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Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Thu Jul 26, 2018 9:54 am
by AussieGSR
July 2018 Update
I have made a few small additions to my car over the last few weeks and gone full ricer.
I picked up a strut brace, eyelids and weather shields from
https://www.driveperformanceparts.com/ .
Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Thu Jul 26, 2018 11:22 am
by ReeceCozaa
Looking good mate! I just ordered my strut yesterday, how do you feel the difference is now?
Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Thu Jul 26, 2018 2:03 pm
by AussieGSR
ReeceCozaa wrote:Looking good mate! I just ordered my strut yesterday, how do you feel the difference is now?
To be honest i am not 100% on the strut brace as the way that the connections have been designed between the brackets and the bar could allow for movement. I cant say i have noticed a lot of difference with the bar as my stock suspension is pretty damn soft.
In the near future i will upgrade the bolts connecting the bar to minimise the chance of the bolt slipping or loosening. My current plan is to lengthen the bolt, add conical spring washers and a nyloc nut.
I will share the upgrade once completed.
Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Thu Jul 26, 2018 2:31 pm
by ReeceCozaa
Ahh interesting! This will be something to keep my eye out for when installing mine, keen to see the difference once altered!
Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Sat Sep 01, 2018 3:57 pm
by AussieGSR
I have had the chance to make a few changes since my last post.
New mods -
1. Blackout of front bar chrome trim and fuel cover - This was easier than i thought it would be, i tried to do the front lip but get the edges to look any good.
2. Whiteline swaybar/spring kit - This was installed by AK Racing, the ride height and handling are far better. But at the moment my car is back with the installer to sort out a heap of rattles front and back. Will let you know how it turns out
Overall i am really happy with the current look of the car, more to come soon.
Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Sat Sep 01, 2018 3:59 pm
by ReeceCozaa
Looking awesome that drop looks fantastic! Hopefully the rattles and suspension issues get sorted out soon bro
Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Sat Sep 01, 2018 4:00 pm
by AussieGSR
Photo 2
Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Sat Sep 01, 2018 4:31 pm
by ReeceCozaa
Looking sweet! Loving the black accents man
Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Sat Sep 01, 2018 6:24 pm
by AussieGSR
ReeceCozaa wrote:Looking awesome that drop looks fantastic! Hopefully the rattles and suspension issues get sorted out soon bro
Thanks mate
Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Sat Sep 01, 2018 8:05 pm
by ReeceCozaa
What’s next for the mods?
Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Sat Sep 01, 2018 9:02 pm
by AussieGSR
ReeceCozaa wrote:What’s next for the mods?
My next mods will be the following
1- blackout remaining badges
2- add a few more decals i have picked up
3- thinking of painting my mirror covers black to match the window surrounds and trim (not sure yet)
Thats it for thd moment as my car my be parked up for a few months anyway.
Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Sat Sep 01, 2018 9:12 pm
by ReeceCozaa
Not bad! Plastidipping stuff can be so fun to do lmao
Re: Newby CJ 14 GSR
Posted: Sun Sep 02, 2018 7:40 am
by bumblebee
Welcome aboard. Those wheels do look good.