sigh... another build thread. but this one will also end without epicness

[kelsodeez]

holy hell its been a long time since ive updated this thread. sadly, i have given up on the crx. i just cant bring myself to spend any more money on a non street legal car that doesnt run yet. i am sick of smog laws in california. they are too harsh. also, i hate dumping money into a car that isnt worth more than $5-6k. so i will be parting out the crx and i bought myself a new project.........


1971 austin mini cooper

plans for the mini:
full off frame restoration
new front subframe
K20A engine

best part about it all, i can spend a shit ton of money on this car and actually get it back when it comes time to sell.

goodbye crx. its been fun, well, it hasnt really but ill miss you

 

[double0Si]

Awww shit. But I guess I can dig the classic Mini. Swap should be sweet. Pretty sure Ive seen one somewhere on the net. get some new rims right meow!

 

[78civic]

What type of programming or mapping did you do to the ecu for the TBI's?
If nothing, I might be interested in them..

E

 

[eg6sir]

much better.. k-swap Mini is a death trap, i like!

 

[eg6sir]

mid engine rwd kswap..

1st Start of the k20 in the ZCars Mini - YouTube

Z cars Honda rwd K20 mini vs 16v VVC mini - YouTube

 

[CAFROG]

Damn.......the crx is 90%+ done.

Enjoy that thing a little before you part it out.

 

[Taco15]

PM if you part out the goodies like ITB's cams, header and stuff.

 

[kelsodeez]

Ill post a parts list next week of stuff im going to sell off of it

 

[Dual-500]

I respect your decision and opinion. Between the mini and CRX - I'd make the CRX street legal.

Restoration done, hauls ass.

I am selling a couple of racing karts for similar reasons and actually did much the same and purchased something else I will use more - a trail bike that I can ride around near home. Of course it's a project bike and alredy undergone lost of modifications.

Are you sure you're ready for a Frame Off restoration project? To take it all the way home? Ya probably are, that's what I basically did - just shifted gears on to a different project.

The CRX is pretty.

 

[kelsodeez]

I respect your decision and opinion. Between the mini and CRX - I'd make the CRX street legal.

Restoration done, hauls ass.

I am selling a couple of racing karts for similar reasons and actually did much the same and purchased something else I will use more - a trail bike that I can ride around near home. Of course it's a project bike and alredy undergone lost of modifications.

Are you sure you're ready for a Frame Off restoration project? To take it all the way home? Ya probably are, that's what I basically did - just shifted gears on to a different project.

The CRX is pretty.

yea, if anything, the crx was a great learning experience. i was taught so much about body work and assembly by my buddy that helped me that i feel really confident in taking my skills to this mini cooper. its just so demeaning when you spend a few thousand dollars on a car for a few parts and in the back of your mind, you know you just spent more than the car is worth. it really bothers me and makes me not want to spend another dime on the crx. also, to make the crx street legal, i would have to part most of it out anyways so its just really not worth it to me anymore. id rather have a head turning, classic car that everyone can appreciate rather than a built honda that only people who know what it is can appreciate

 

[kelsodeez]

oh and i made a quick list of stuff i am parting out. most of this stuff is brand spanking new and im giving you guys the first crack at it so make me some offers

-OBX individual throttle bodies
-MSD pro billet distributor w/coil
-B16B W/ S80 transmission
-circuit hero shift extender
-P72 ecu w/ hondata s300
-Personal Grinta steering wheel (350mm, suede)
-Tunerview RD3 customizable gauge system w/ usb connector kit
-12gal Fuelsafe fuel cell
-Wilwood dynapro 4pot caliper big brake kit (rotors, pads, calipers, braided steel lines, etc)
-Bride seat (i forget what model it is )
-Fullrace front traction bar & full race radiator
-Rav engineering 15x7 wheels (volk knock offs) w/ hankook ventus C51 slicks
-Greddy oil filter relocation kit
-Custom valve breather box
-si-r rear wing
-Innovative cable to hydro conversion kit
-Innovative shift linkage
-Hasport B to EF mounts
-RC 310cc injectors
- function & form coilovers (type one )
-Skunk2 Rear lower control arms (black series)
-Skunk2 front camber kit
-Mugen replica header
-ARC oil catch can

 

[cjvictoria]

would u consider an sale, rather than part out? I have a friend who would be interested, and he doesn't care how far away u are. lemme show him and see what he says

 

[Taco15]

good question..

 

[Dual-500]

Definitely a good idea - try and sell it all in one fell swoop. Parting out will be a hassle - shipping parts, not to mention how long it could take to unload all of it. Plus you'll have to disassemble the thing.

 

[kelsodeez]

would u consider an sale, rather than part out? I have a friend who would be interested, and he doesn't care how far away u are. lemme show him and see what he says

Yea for sure. I had it up on craigslist for 6500 but make me an offer

 

[B16]

can i see pics of your custom valve breather box and oil catch can?

 

[kelsodeez]

i didnt take many pics of it before i mounted it, but it has coarse foam inside and a drain on the bottom

 

[UNDR8D]

I could build one of those to any measurements...if that's what you are looking for. Or you could of course buy his lol

 

[kelsodeez]

yea they are pretty simple to make. just need a sheet metal brake and a good welder.

 

[B16]

I lack the welder.. Or the welding skills/abilities..