Project GC8 AKA USDM STi Killer

[cmspaz]

Holy shit dude, you guys really did work today getting that dash in.

[awd-drifter]

holy sh*t balls batman. that is insane. can't imagine the wire harness ordeal. looks awesome though.

[DoughtCom]

Gas Tank Tube installed also showing the terrible fender condition right now.
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Stock RS Tranny Mount pulled ready for polyurethane.
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Hole cut in rear of the chassis for the nut that had the weld break off :(
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Swapping STi pedal to the Legacy pedal assembly
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Pedal Assembly installed.
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Rear suspension test fit with '04 STi struts.
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Tomorrow we're welding the new nut to the chassis, welding the hole shut and coating it. I'll also probably get the rear suspension installed so that I can throw the new rear diff in when I get it and call it done. It's nice to finally be putting parts back on the car ;)

[Kracka]

That's great man! Can't wait to see this thing run next month!

[TkrPerformance]

looking great. so what to you think of full shell up swaps so far

[DoughtCom]

Thanks Hughes!

I like it so far, we haven't had to weld anything yet, just minor drilling and some light fabrication. But I haven't gotten to the hard stuff yet like the wiring and getting all the suspension/drivetrain to line up so we'll see. So far it's turning out fine though!

Once I get a house, in Texas, I'll be buying some welding equipment and taking classes, that's essential for projects like this and a major talent I personally lack. I hate having to rely on other people to get shit done.

[DoughtCom]

2 bolts had the frame nuts break their welds today. FML

[DoughtCom]

Got the trailing arm mount welded to the chassis and got the other hole welded shut last night.

Just arrived today:
STi Front/Rear sway bar
STi Springs for my struts

Picking up today:
VF39 turbo should be good for almost 300AWHP with my mods/engine

Arriving this week:
'04 STi rear differential.

Tasks to complete this week/weekend:
Rear suspension together, gas lines all hooked up
Rear Brembo's installed
Rear Diff installed with drive shaft connection swapped
Drive Shaft installed
Wiring harness installed
And if all goes well... possibly the engine in.

Anyone bored this week/weekend let me know I'll be needing some help.

Mod list on first page updated*

[Kracka]

Just arrived today:
STi Front/Rear sway bar
STi Springs for my struts

Was it ever determined whether or not that shipping clerk was indeed hot?

[cmspaz]

Was it ever determined whether or not that shipping clerk was indeed hot?
That's always the question, isn't it?