I saw this, umm, 'custom' TR4-tinental in the city today. The pics have to say it all cuz I'm speechless... … [Read more...] about ONLY IN SAN FRANCISCO
BODY PANEL FITTING
A quick update for today: I test fit some BRE style rear flares from Classic Datsun Motorsports, a fiberglass rear hatch from Pare Composites, and the fuel cell from ATL. … [Read more...] about BODY PANEL FITTING
WAGON REAR ROLLCAGE
Today I started tying the rollcage into the rear suspension. The rear down tubes and crossbrace are in place with a couple of 45 degree supports. The top of the rear coilovers are now mounted to the rear crossbar tube, and the bottom of them to a bracket welded onto the lower control arm. … [Read more...] about WAGON REAR ROLLCAGE
RACETRACK MAPS
A great way to get ready for your next track weekend is to get familiar with the track map before you show up. You should at least know the corner numbers and which way they turn. If you've already been to that particular track, take the time and see if you can remember your braking and shifting points from your last visit. Maybe even write them down so you have a good … [Read more...] about RACETRACK MAPS
REAR SUSPENSION COMING ALONG
I finally have the all prep work done on the rear crossmember and control arms. The new control arm mounting brackets are set-up for camber and toe adjustability, and the exhaust pipe cross-through hole has been enlarged. The chassis mounts for the crossmember and moustache bar are now solid, and the CV-joint swap using BMW 2002 axles is almost done. Next week I'll start … [Read more...] about REAR SUSPENSION COMING ALONG
2003 TOYOTA MATRIX REVIEW
Six months ago my wife and I decided it was time to buy a second car. When we moved from Arizona the year before, we sold our second car and just brought along our 2001 Tundra (had to tow my racecar, ya know). We got by with just one car for a year, but it was time to make our transportation scheduling a little easier. We wanted an inexpensive, reliable, efficient, and … [Read more...] about 2003 TOYOTA MATRIX REVIEW