1995 GSX Project "RedSun" Restore then Gymkhana

[NWHTanK]

NICE tag LeO

 

[Leonthefaded]

NICE tag LeO

Thanks was only 25 bucks, I paid for it 2 months ago .

Wish it was my replacement SMIC instead. I need to get these replacement parts finished out.

 

[Leonthefaded]

Well yesterday after researching more and more, I finally figured out why my bov fluttered instead of having the crisp metalic sound that others with the greddy type s bov have. Realizing that after modding the tophat screw to go in reverse I was adjusting backwards. So realizing this, I went ahead and modded the bov, by removing the softer spring and adjusting the screw the otherway, and now there's no more flutter. And I now have release of pressure properly.

My replacement sidemount intercooler finally came after long wait, I cleaned it out with some gasoline and bolted it up, verified any leaks and took special care in mounting. I ran some gas through the old smic and found 2 leaks where a bracket had broken off. The redsun now runs a lot better and hasn't had a problem starting since. I'm gonna perform some more tests such as a compression test to rule out some possibilities I have in my head. As you all know my last compression test results were 120 across the board.

Anyway next update will be some headlight install, and other parts I've been getting for my birthday. Cause I share my amazon wishlist on facebook

Here's some recent pictures. Video will be uploaded shortly of some suspension testing on kolekole mountain pass

 

[NWHTanK]

Nice pics leo.

 

[NWHTanK]

I was woundering if u can get a pic for me? We lived on the southern tip of scholfied barracks i would have to ask mom the exact addy but it was the second from the end next to high way. But things probly have changed.

 

[Leonthefaded]

I was woundering if u can get a pic for me? We lived on the southern tip of scholfied barracks i would have to ask mom the exact addy but it was the second from the end next to high way. But things probly have changed.

Sure no problem man I love taking pictures.

 

[Leonthefaded]

Just a warning a very large update is coming soon for all the subscribers. I'm gonna start typing it up and make it nice and pretty on my wifes computer and I'll be sure to throw in as many pictures as I can.
Some restoration parts have been added and some long awaited parts are finally going to be here.

 

[GsXdSmKingGsX]

I go away for a few months and you are no longer a douch/tool. Congratulations. Clean car/s.

 

[Leonthefaded]

Look what was waiting for me at home after work today.

I have to take the time to stop and give a big loving thank you to my supportive wife. Without her acknowlegdement of my hobby and building passion for cars and specifically my DSM. This build would not be possible. She is continually keeping my focus and perspective when you wisemen and dsmers aren't able. She is the best friend I've ever had and the love of my life. Now if I can only get her to ditch her srt4 and get a DSM jk.

 

[Leonthefaded]

Here's a small photo update along with some slight news.
Some parts have been coming in at a slow trickle like my prosport digital boost gauge, glowshift triple pillar, nrg pedals and shift knob.

I also as you can tell installed new oem spec headlight assemblies from amazon. Still no computer and its really difficult to use my wifes but ill keep the updates coming as much as possible.

Leakdown test coming to a post near you

 

[Coldsou]

Almost died laughing when I saw the "Obama can't Gymkhana".

Love that license plate, too!

 

[canada4g63]

You plan on a shaved VC?

 

[Leonthefaded]

Almost died laughing when I saw the "Obama can't Gymkhana".

Love that license plate, too!

I loved the license plate at first but now I'm thinking it is a bit too much :\ I might be channging it to something more simple and fitting for the car and the build itself which has come to slow down to a crawl.

I do not plan on using a shaved VC at this time. I have the valve cover completed actually and was going to wait before I posted pictures of it in a more elaborate update, but i have

To all my current subcribers alot fo you know I got into a bit of trouble a few months ago, currently, 80% of my project money alloted has been going to paying off the debts to society I owe.

That being said. It kills me that I have to sit and look at this sexy Prosport Digital Boost gauge I bought from STM and the triple pillar pod I purchased from glowshift :\ That and now I'm waiting on my replacement door handles to arrive (I broke mine). At least I can fix the annoy fuel pressure solenoid issue and then be back on track as the restoration portion of my build reaches near 80% completion by my estimate.

For all those wondering about the oxydation on the roof and spoiler. I will be looking to my local MACCO for the work in fixing the few scatches and oxydation.

 

[Leonthefaded]

Well everyone. Id like to thank you all for your inspiriations and motivations in my project. Unfortunatly I have to end the project today, not put it on hold. As a grown man, father and husband I have to take into account that due to my current situation and the direction I need to move towards. Restoring this car is out of the question the the level I'm going towards. The money so far I alloted for upgrades has all been spent on recent repair parts after repair parts instead of upgrades towards my goals. I want only the best for my dsm project, and I cannot live to those standards knowing my current finacial obligations need to be met first to ensure my families needs are met above all so. I sold the redsun as of 10 mins ago of this post. I'm filled with a small bit of sadness to see the sexy black car go, but I'm happy that I sold to another DSMer who I know is going to take good care of it and take it to heights that I intended. One day after I pay back the rest of the money I owe the state for the accusations made against me and save enough again. Ill find another GSX in need of saving. For now I'm out of the DSM game. I hope to continue posting on the forum to help out with what I can knowledge wise, and learn more for the next round.

Thank you all the wisemen, forum members, and haters for helping me mature as a DSMer to what I am now.

Oh I forgot to add, the tipping point of me realizing I couldn't go on putting the money into it was it not starting a few days ago for the arising and common problem of the power cable to the starter. Easy fix, cheap too, but there were many small cheap fixes before this that ultimatly made me realize how much money was leaving my pocket. Remember everyone DSM ownership isn't cheap and isn't for amatures at all

In the future the next DSM project if able will have a new build thread. Please unsubscribe as you wish.

 

[Alan11]

Well man I'm sorry to hear this. I know I've been an ass to you sometimes and I'm sorry man.
I got something to say. I'm 19 and I will keep my car forever as long as I live, no matter how much money I spend on it, it will not equal to how much I love it, and I am happy to see it parked every morning outside my house, even when its not running I hope to see you back, and if so, don't make a new thread contunue with this one.
Here's my journal!
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/dsm-build-journals/420317-97-silver-gsx-history-build.html

 

[PieEyedPiper]

That's a sad ending. Wish I was following this sooner. As soon as I saw the 98 gsx I wanted to ask what kind of funky business was going on with the softpiping and smic.

So what will you drive now?

 

[Leonthefaded]

Its alright everyone grows and develops. Even negativity can become postive means of self development.

Piper I currently will keep driving my 05 gmc canyon. Its never had a problem and is all stock very well maintained. My wife still has her SRT4 neon, so if I miss speed I can always turn to her . She's into cars more and more. But she's more refined and appreciates oem

 

[DSMnOOb00]

Damn Leon, I didnt even know you sold your GSX, very sad. I hope to see you DSMing soon!

 

[Rsawd95dsm]

bummer man sorry to hear that

 

[born2tune]

This car is the last car I will EVER buy. Build. Droll over.

Restoring this car is out of the question the the level I'm going towards. The money so far I alloted for upgrades has all been spent on recent repair parts after repair parts instead of upgrades towards my goals.

As I started reading in the first page I read how you said you would never get rid of it, then I noticed there was 4 pages of your build entry, so I went to the fourth page hoping to see a beast of a car (4 pages worth of build). then all I see is a statement saying that you no longer have the car.

So I decided to check pages 2 and 3 but found only random pictures of a sticker, a trade and a sell.

This is NOT a build journal, more like a personal diary in my opinion.

anyways, Hope everything you got going on goes well for you and If you wish to have another dsm then best wishes on that, till then, see you later.

 

[Leonthefaded]

That's just the way life goes sometimes. A DSM is in the future. Right now the focus is on more important matters like moving into a house. Getting ready for my ETS out of the army. And dropping off some unwanted baggage. After I settle in. Ill pick up a GSX worth my time, money and effort.

 

[PieEyedPiper]

Glad to hear you'll be back.

 

[Dsmkauai]

Well you know you can always call me bro. I'll have a few extra dsm's soon once the talon is finished and I have my eye on a 95 tsi awd I got for a buddy last year on island, saving it from the crusher. We need some more rep on other islands and to really bring the Dsm/Evo hawaii crews together.

 

[jtmcinder]

[buh bye]

 

[jtmcinder]

Crud. Given your edit, we should both delete our posts. Sorry about that.