My kitted mk3 MR2 - all painted, page 2 with some pics

[Sub_Culture]

Havent bee on here for a while so thought Id say hi. Had lots of mk2 MR2s in the past and most recently had a E36 M3 Evo.

After a while, I decided it was just too thirsty for my pockets so stuck it up for sale. Got offered a mk3 MR2. Didnt intend to keep it, but I didnt get many offers on the M3 so I figured it was newer, done less miles and should be easy to sell, so I took it. Four months on, Ive still got it and LOVE it!

Found out the car has Tein coilovers which really improve the handling compared to a standard one I test drove previously. Yes, she is slow, especially compared to some of my previous cars, but less chance of me losing my licence which is fundamental to me and probably MORE fun to drive?!

Anyway, here is a couple of pics. For those that arent sure about mk3s (and I appreciate that they arent to everyone's taste!)... have a go! They really are a laugh to drive!

Andy

[dawolf]

Yeah I like mk3's but they need another 30bhp at least.

[steve b]

Nice cars the mk3s

[Sub_Culture]

Yeah I like mk3's but they need another 30bhp at least.

EASILY achievable, bud! Im aiming for 170bhp when i have the money. its all going into my R6 atm tho.

Andy

[dawolf]

Hmm, I guess an induction kit, exhaust with de-cat and unichip could maybe add 15bhp at a push. How do you get the other 15bhp cheaply?

[James Junior]

Nice car mate.

I think a Toyota roll bar would make her look even better.

I used to drive a mk3 a few years back - it was huge fun to drive and the handling inspired confidence. Used to play with the back end a bit in the wet which I would never have the confidence to do in my MK2's.

Glad your enjoying it after having driven some more powerful cars - just goes to show driving enjoyment isn't just about 'rip your face off' power...

[Sub_Culture]

Hmm, I guess an induction kit, exhaust with de-cat and unichip could maybe add 15bhp at a push. How do you get the other 15bhp cheaply?

Now I NEVER said it would be cheap! lol

Bit of headwork and the above mods should bring her close to 165bhp which will be close enough for me.

Andy

[aerokit]

nice cars the roadster, bit more power needed tho definately, like the blue and gold combo, very Jappy

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nice cars the roadster, bit more power needed tho definately, like the blue and gold combo, very Jappy

Thank you. I actually spoke to you guys the other day but you werent able to offer a kit for a roadster (I mentioned I had built previous cars, was it you I spoke to?). Anyway, still think with the kit and the blue/gold combo and some engine and interior work, it could be a real showstopper!

Keep my username if you ever get a kit in?

Andy

[aerokit]

we'd like to build a kit for the mk3 actually as we dont offer one yet. if you can round up 5 mk 5 owners and get some ideas together we'd be more than happy to build something. rough price guide is £189 for bumpers and £179 for skirts. we like the porsche front but havent come across one we can use to mould yet, anyone out there with one?

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we'd like to build a kit for the mk3 actually as we dont offer one yet. if you can round up 5 mk 5 owners and get some ideas together we'd be more than happy to build something. rough price guide is £189 for bumpers and £179 for skirts. we like the porsche front but havent come across one we can use to mould yet, anyone out there with one?

The Top Secret front bumper... thats what Im after the most. Well, that and the MS Design kit, but they no longer seem to produce it which is a real shame. I could get 5 people together easily enough. Will be in touch tomorrow.

Andy

[pcp]

as far as kits go this is the nicest mk3 i've seen
http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/garage.php ... e&CID=2190

[RoadsterBoy]

Ah yes, Nigel's awesome v6 engined beast, outside the villa he had on our club trip to corfu this year It certainly is an swersome looking beast

[ilogik]

you can take a mould from my kit for a cost

[HighwayStar]

I still think the mk3 can be pretty attractive from a lot of angles if it's lower and has a good paint scheme. Could someone post up the pic of the g/fs car from my gallery for me pls as proof. Many thanks.
Has to be said all good looking cars so far. Think the kit looks better with the soft top but still considering. How many of you mk3 owners have knocked the pre-cats out on your cars? Miches is coming up to the end of extended warranty and wondering if it's a sensible precaution? Interested to hear views.

R.

[ilogik]

your a mad man keeping them in, i removed mine, i heard of stories of 40k engine having the failure and killing the engine and 100k ones being fine, best to be safe and get them removed.

[pcp]

you can take a mould from my kit for a cost

lovely car

[Sub_Culture]

you can take a mould from my kit for a cost
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Hi buddy, Seen you on ROC a bit. Put a few bids on the Trial kit on Ebay, but Ive got these to go on tomorrow (if i get time)!!!! Should look a bit more spesh! The lip and rear have already been painted, going to fit the sideskirts on the car (as they are fibreglass are clearly wont fit without a bit of modding) then get them painted in a few weeks after Ive firmed them up with a bit of foam injection.

And yes, the precats are on the list to go, most definitely! Dont use the car very much at the moment (spending most of my time stripping a R6 atm).

Andy

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My plans were somewhat thwarted today. Went on the hunt for some polyurethane bonding agent (Tiger seal etc) but couldnt find any ANYWHERE! Tried Screwfix, Homebase EVEN Halfords! Never mind, will have to get some in the week and perhaps have a go next weekend.

I did put the rear bumper on though. Was only 45 minutes off and the new one on, so no time at all. Very happy with it.

Here are a few pics of removing the old one and putting the new one on.

Andy

Lights out



Bumper off!



Bumper on



Lights on!



Few better angles

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Decided to make the most of my morning before my late shift at work. Got round to fitting one of the sideskirts. From the reports I had heard, I was expecting it to be a bit of a b1tch to fit, but it was fine. Door sills needed a bit of persuasion (in the form of about 5 huge self tappers!!!) but its all on where I want it now.

It has been bonded with a PU adhesive (screwed into situ to hold it for a day til the PU takes) and injected with expanding foam to give it a little more rigidity and to take the stress of the PU.

Heres a couple of pics. I think one the front is on, it should look pretty nice. Im happy with the back higher than the sideskirt (I knew this was going to happen) as I like that look. If the front doesnt level with the skirts, I will make an additional splitter to bolt on underneath that so it doesnt look at all different stages! Should give it quite a mean stance I think.

Andy









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