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Topic #77385 1008 posts Started by bsamps4
kurt95gt
#661
Wow frown.gif
Is the damage that bad??
95 gt coupe, v6 swap weekend toy99 gt hatch beams swapped wife's94 st hatch my daily driverhttp://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=82235n
purplegt4
#662
RIP Green Machine.

You thinking of putting the motor in a MR2?
bsamps4
#663
Can't afford an MR2 those things are pretty expensive...Not sure exactly what I'm going to do yet...
Box
#664
SUE THE GOD DAMNED PARENTS OF THAT DUMB ASS MOTHERFùCKING DOUCHEBAG!!!!!!!! Sue for loss of property, bodily harm, and tack on mental anguish for good measure.

How can they only offer $1,200? Someone just got $4,500 in a settlement for their stock 98. Only a four year difference in the same generation, there can't be that big a gap in assessed value... Just straighten out any structural damage and drive it anyway, unless your title has already been ruined and your vehicle registration requirements are strict. Worst case find a GT with a blown engine to transplant everything into. Still this is fùcking unbelievable, I feel so sorry for you.

This post has been edited by Box: Oct 4, 2013 - 3:16 PM
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
bsamps4
#665
It's difficult, but you gotta keep in mind that my shell has 255,000 miles on it. She's had a good long life.
Box
#666
Still, the insurance company is full of it. Even the low-balling KBB private value is over $1,500... I'm going to punch some trees down.
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
Keiri
#667
Ben, if you want another GT I'm sure we can find one with less than 255k miles on it for cheap here in NC.

Either way, keep in touch with your next car/moves - I'm sure you'll do another great build even if it's on another platform.

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enderswift
#668
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QUOTE (bsamps4 @ Oct 4, 2013 - 2:12 PM) *
>Can't afford an MR2 those things are pretty expensive...Not sure exactly what I'm going to do yet...


you're gonna get another shell. Dont part out your turbo parts, save them for the next build!

This post has been edited by enderswift: Oct 4, 2013 - 6:05 PM
bsamps4
#669
I was going to take my girlfriends car, but she loves it too much. She won't let me use it. And I've looked around. These cars are hard to find in good shape.
JoshuaM
#670

Wait... So what does settlement refused mean.... They aren't giving you anything?

I'm with Box on this one. But seriously, that sucks big time.... Hopefully the right thing will pop up for you at the right time, whether it be 6GC or not.
SOLD :( 1997 ST204 Celica ZR ----->See it here on 6GC!2013 October Celica of the Month XDNow: '00 NB8B Mazda MX5 ----->See it here in off topic!
bsamps4
#671
Guys...I was half-way pulling your leg! She can't be the Green Machine anymore, she's gonna be something a bit scarier.

New front end is on the way. Thanks to the guys that helped me on my WTB front end parts for finding me that beautiful silver nose cut.

Additional Goodies:

ATS GT3071R Turbo kit
Engle Valve Springs
BC Titanium Retainers
GSC S1 Cams
ATS Adjustable Cam Gears

Will keep you posted on progress.
Things I still need to buy:
Racing Steering Wheel
Windshield
Paint
Maybe a racing seat and harnesses
Intercooler
Cooling Fans
Radiator
JoshuaM
#672
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QUOTE (bsamps4 @ Oct 5, 2013 - 10:53 AM) *
>Guys...I was half-way pulling your leg! She can't be the Green Machine anymore, she's gonna be something a bit scarier.


...... I'm not sure how I should feel about this update tongue.gif

It did seem strange you packing up and quitting so quickly tongue.gif BUT..... RACE CAR XD
SOLD :( 1997 ST204 Celica ZR ----->See it here on 6GC!2013 October Celica of the Month XDNow: '00 NB8B Mazda MX5 ----->See it here in off topic!
Box
#673
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QUOTE (bsamps4 @ Oct 5, 2013 - 9:53 AM) *
>Guys...I was half-way pulling your leg! She can't be the Green Machine anymore, she's gonna be something a bit scarier.

I'm going to halfway punch you in the face. I was genuinely angrier than usual, thanks a lot. tongue.gif

That being said glad things are halfway working out.

This post has been edited by Box: Oct 5, 2013 - 2:11 PM
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
bsamps4
#674
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QUOTE (Box @ Oct 5, 2013 - 2:10 PM) *
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QUOTE (bsamps4 @ Oct 5, 2013 - 9:53 AM) *
>Guys...I was half-way pulling your leg! She can't be the Green Machine anymore, she's gonna be something a bit scarier.

I'm going to halfway punch you in the face. I was genuinely angrier than usual, thanks a lot. tongue.gif

That being said glad things are halfway working out.


lol... I had to have a little fun wink.gif
Box
#675
But in such a cruel and unusual manner? With friends like you who needs enemies? tongue.gif

So this means you got a decent settlement and there's minor to zero structural damage?
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
bsamps4
#676
Looks to be mostly cosmetic, but the cosmetic stuff that got messed up is pretty bad. I'm going to start pulling it apart tomorrow, and hopefully won't have to add anything else to my already annoyingly long list. Either way I think i'm going to add some extra structural support up front for the next a$$hole that decides to hit me freaking head on!
Box
#677
Solid steel crash bar, I'm feeling it. Should add some air horns while you're at it, if they can't see you they'll hear you. tongue.gif
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
kurt95gt
#678
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QUOTE (JoshuaM @ Oct 5, 2013 - 11:22 AM) *
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QUOTE (bsamps4 @ Oct 5, 2013 - 10:53 AM) *
>Guys...I was half-way pulling your leg! She can't be the Green Machine anymore, she's gonna be something a bit scarier.


...... I'm not sure how I should feel about this update tongue.gif

It did seem strange you packing up and quitting so quickly tongue.gif BUT..... RACE CAR XD

I can't wait to see how this turns out !!
95 gt coupe, v6 swap weekend toy99 gt hatch beams swapped wife's94 st hatch my daily driverhttp://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=82235n
bsamps4
#679
I'm looking forward to it too. I want to destroy all of the noisy mustangs!
Box
#680
At least the Mustangs sound good with the proper engine. tongue.gif *rolls around on carpet naked*
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
bsamps4
#681
All right guys...So here's the skinny. I do have some damage on my front right frame rail, but the nose cut that I'm receiving should have this element. I will cut and weld accordingly. I'm going to delete my a/c airbag sensors, airbags, and any other unnecessary weight. I plan on fortifying the new front end with some substantial cross bracing etc... Should add structural rigidity, and make the front frame much stronger. The intercooler end tanks had burst a few leaks from the impact, but looking through everything it would appear that no metal ended up down the throttle body. So engine should still be in great shape. I will use a video boroscope to be 100% positive. Turbo is still in great shape, and the downpipe has no leaks, just shows some of the grill marks from the radiator. Here are the pics of all the damage.




















This post has been edited by bsamps4: Oct 6, 2013 - 4:56 PM
Box
#682
Nothing a torch and a hammer can't fix. tongue.gif
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
bsamps4
#683
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QUOTE (Box @ Oct 6, 2013 - 4:22 PM) *
>Nothing a torch and a hammer can't fix. tongue.gif


I like your style sir!
Tigawoods
#684
lol the IC looks like its been warped in photoshop haha
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Box
#685
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QUOTE (Tigawoods @ Oct 6, 2013 - 6:56 PM) *
>lol the IC looks like its been warped in photoshop haha

Need to save it to use for hilarious memes. tongue.gif
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
bsamps4
#686
I've finally got a good majority of stuff on the way for the restoration. Money permitting the car will probably be two tone for a while, but I'll eventually paint it once it warms up again. "i/e march or april." I've got the new steering wheel on the way with the quick release hub, the windshield gets put in tomorrow, and I'm debating on if/what racing seat I should get. The nose cut should be here next week, and the guys at ATS are going to send some of the valvetrain pieces I ordered out pretty soon so that I can get started on that.
JoshuaM
#687
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QUOTE (bsamps4 @ Oct 8, 2013 - 8:03 AM) *
>I've finally got a good majority of stuff on the way for the restoration. Money permitting the car will probably be two tone for a while, but I'll eventually paint it once it warms up again. "i/e march or april." I've got the new steering wheel on the way with the quick release hub, the windshield gets put in tomorrow, and I'm debating on if/what racing seat I should get. The nose cut should be here next week, and the guys at ATS are going to send some of the valvetrain pieces I ordered out pretty soon so that I can get started on that.


No messing around... I like it! smile.gif
SOLD :( 1997 ST204 Celica ZR ----->See it here on 6GC!2013 October Celica of the Month XDNow: '00 NB8B Mazda MX5 ----->See it here in off topic!
bsamps4
#688
Gotta get all the welding done before the winter sets in or else everything will be on hold until next year...Don't think I can handle that much downtime away from my baby.
Keiri
#689
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QUOTE (bsamps4 @ Oct 8, 2013 - 9:59 AM) *
>Gotta get all the welding done before the winter sets in or else everything will be on hold until next year...Don't think I can handle that much downtime away from my baby.


That's true love. wink.gif
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qatar11
#690
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QUOTE (bsamps4 @ Oct 6, 2013 - 5:11 PM) *
>.... I'm going to delete my a/c airbag sensors, airbags, and any other unnecessary weight. I plan on fortifying the new front end with some substantial cross bracing etc... Should add structural rigidity, and make the front frame much stronger...


I hate to be that guy... but on the whole, this is a pretty dangerous proposal. I get that airbags are expensive and they trashed your windshield... but in a more severe accident, they might save your life... Also, your fortification of the front end might very well compromise your front impact zone... There is no saying what this might do to how the car reacts in an impact, specifically chassis deformation and intrusion into the cabin. You are not on a race track and you are not sporting a 5 point harness... why is there a need to add lightness and compromise your safety for rigidity?
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