Author Topic: [Belgium] S12 - Engine inside :) (Read 32060 times)

Cajun1guy · « **Reply #100 on:** 11:58:58 AM / 10-Dec-15 »

Can't wait to see the finished product, what a labor of love!

sideways_s12 · « **Reply #101 on:** 02:31:10 PM / 22-Dec-15 »

What muffler is that?

XortioN · « **Reply #102 on:** 04:22:12 AM / 31-Dec-15 »

Thanks! Looking forward as well, finally some work is getting done by someone else (it felt a bit weird leaving it behind at the shop though..).

I used a Honda Civic Type R (EP3 K20A2) 2.5" catback with spoon N1 style muffler, I used to have this exhaust on my Type R civic and I loved the look of it. It's not too big and yet gives a subtle race look.

Here you can see the same exhaust on my Civic (which I sold to be able to afford my S12 restoration):

The spoon N1 muffler (take in mind that a real Spoon costs about 700$ and a replica 200$ for the muffler itself). You can also buy the muffler without pipework on ebay:

sideways_s12 · « **Reply #103 on:** 01:01:19 PM / 13-Feb-16 »

That's not bad at all! I was thinking of going with a magnaflow unsure tho...

XortioN · « **Reply #104 on:** 06:54:09 AM / 24-Apr-16 »

Some update after 6 months.

The silvia is almost ready for paint, althought I will wait another 2 months because this requires some extra money

What has been done in the past months:

- Removed windows and several window trim
- Fixed rust: antenna, underneath window, trunk, ...
- Fixed dent in fender and hood
- MK2 lip was adapted so that it fits on the mk1 bumper and GP kit
- GP kit has required a lot of custom work because the fitment was poor and it lacked quality. It has been reinforced also and now fits perfect. We used a allan-screw system so that the kit kan be removed and cleaning behind the panels is possible. It looks a bit like the rockey bunny kits.
- US spoiler was fixed (he was broken during transport) and mounted

Pictures:

Here you can see the allan screws and perfect fitment

I also did some fotoshopping to see what it will look like once its done

Cajun1guy · « **Reply #105 on:** 11:10:42 AM / 25-Apr-16 »

As always, very impressive! That is going to be one fine machine when you are done!

pakii-afa · « **Reply #106 on:** 06:15:56 AM / 04-May-16 »

I'm jealous, very jealous. Is that kit still available?

Nebuchernezzer · « **Reply #107 on:** 05:05:57 PM / 04-May-16 »

This is a very nice resto mod!

sideways_s12 · « **Reply #108 on:** 04:23:19 PM / 08-May-16 »

Are you changing the rear spoiler? IMO it would look better with something more subtle like the turbo spoiler.

XortioN · « **Reply #109 on:** 03:38:35 PM / 25-Jan-17 »

Well the original spoiler was ready for the bin.

So I was able to buy a US spoiler, I would love to have the turbo spoiler but thats just not an option in Belgium (US and turbo spoiler was never sold here).

Paint job is almost ready, I've already uploaded a sneak preview

Cajun1guy · « **Reply #110 on:** 09:43:20 PM / 21-May-17 »

What happened? You left me hanging too long! We need an update.

sideways_s12 · « **Reply #111 on:** 11:00:57 PM / 21-May-17 »

Yeah whats the dealy-o?

XortioN · « **Reply #112 on:** 09:41:55 AM / 06-Jun-17 »

I'm sorry for the delay, it has been a hell of ride to get the s12 perfect and painted. Paint is finally done and the new front windscreen, rear windscreen and sunroof are finally fitted. Will be transporting it back home at the end of this week so I can go onto the next step

Cajun1guy · « **Reply #113 on:** 02:11:08 PM / 06-Jun-17 »

That is looking GREAT! Can't wait to see what's next.

sideways_s12 · « **Reply #114 on:** 01:56:20 AM / 02-Jul-17 »

Looks great! any plans to cover the rivets holding the GP kit on?

XortioN · « **Reply #115 on:** 08:43:09 AM / 10-Aug-20 »

@sideways_S12, no because they are not rivets. They are actually bolts and a lot of effort was put in to making a recess in the kit so the bolt sits in nice and gives a finished look (like rocket bunny kits).

So it has been 3 years since I last gave an update. A lot has been going on and I've put a lot of effort/work into the S12, so it has not been forgotten.
But long story short: The S12 passed technical check-up and I've been driving for a few weeks now, finetuning everything and fixing/adjusting small bits.

Few weeks ago I finally received my coilovers and mounted them using facelift s13 parts (280mm discs).

Before: