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Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 06-30-2022, 04:45 PM
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Views: 124
Posted By Swift
:punk:

:punk:
Forum: Group Buys 04-21-2022, 04:26 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
To update since I have a minute. Sean sent...

To update since I have a minute.

Sean sent back an empty box and thought he could trick me into paying him while it was in transit.

UPS Security sided with me and said I could spend the check...
Forum: Group Buys 03-17-2022, 04:36 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Larry, There is alot more to this charade...

Larry,

There is alot more to this charade than you know. What I can tell you is he denied the FREE UPS pickup.

That is all I will say for the next week.
Forum: Group Buys 03-07-2022, 04:09 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Thanks guys for the support. ...

Thanks guys for the support.

https://i.postimg.cc/sBF1Fv2q/Sean-Booth-pickup-ticket.jpg (https://postimg.cc/sBF1Fv2q)
Forum: Group Buys 03-06-2022, 02:28 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
So far 27 buyers of over 37 radiators have been...

So far 27 buyers of over 37 radiators have been happy. I even refunded with proof of receipt for the drain cocks.

So when one one individual yells and screams on multiple platforms, do you really...
Forum: Group Buys 02-20-2022, 10:29 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Remaining Radiators now on ebay. Thanks everyone...

Remaining Radiators now on ebay. Thanks everyone that helped make this happen and for the patience shown.
Forum: Group Buys 02-12-2022, 10:41 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Arrow Due to non payment of people there are around 4-6...

Due to non payment of people there are around 4-6 radiators still left as of 2/12/2022.

I am pretty busy but they will go on Ebay shortly unless people call dibs.

These will come with proper...
Forum: Group Buys 02-11-2022, 07:23 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Angry YOU WILL NEED TO REPLACE THE PLASTIC DRAIN...

YOU WILL NEED TO REPLACE THE PLASTIC DRAIN COCK/PLUG ON THE RADIATORS WITH A 1/4 NPT SUCH AS THE DORMAN 61106 MODEL!!!!

OTHERWISE THE PLASTIC ONE, DUE TO NOT BEING CORRECT THREAD SIZE, MAY COME...
Forum: Group Buys 01-25-2022, 06:39 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Yes, they are designed for a overflow system....

Yes, they are designed for a overflow system. Always had better luck with these style caps on all types of radiators which is why I chose them.

But you guys can always splurge on a 1.3 bar custom...
Forum: Group Buys 01-24-2022, 04:17 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
I chose to go with the more common Honda style...

I chose to go with the more common Honda style Type 1/ Type A. Ours are becoming harder to find at least up by me and I don't like that there is no sure way to "seal" versus the spring on the newer...
Forum: Group Buys 01-23-2022, 08:18 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Want to remind everyone that the radiator cap is...

Want to remind everyone that the radiator cap is a Type1(not to be confused with our engines) and the tabs look very similar but may be very tight. However, these were common I think on civics and...
Forum: Group Buys 01-12-2022, 05:23 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Aren't you working on the car now? Or are you...

Aren't you working on the car now? Or are you doing a 10 year restoration lol
Forum: Group Buys 01-07-2022, 07:47 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
I sent out invoices thru the paypal system is...

I sent out invoices thru the paypal system is what I did. Tracked down shipping info/etc thru email if need be.

Sent out 5 today.
Forum: Group Buys 01-01-2022, 10:51 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Have in my possession now and doing a QA check...

Have in my possession now and doing a QA check and sending out invoices.

I will ship UPS and require signature unless you email and say you are waving that requirement(you live in a rural area...
Forum: Group Buys 12-22-2021, 03:24 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Should have in my possession on Jan 31. Will...

Should have in my possession on Jan 31. Will provide pics and then send final invoices. Sorry I couldn't get you them by the holidays.
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 12-13-2021, 03:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,097
Posted By Swift
Spec no longer can get the housing with the...

Spec no longer can get the housing with the fingers they said. I had to have mine clutch built locally to a stage 2 and the fingers refinished slightly. New throwout bearing as well.
Forum: Group Buys 12-07-2021, 05:21 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Fell super ill (not covid) and miscommunication...

Fell super ill (not covid) and miscommunication in email.


Calling tomorrow to get picture confirmation they are through QA.

Expect FINAL invoice soon.

Then expect that you will not...
Forum: Group Buys 11-23-2021, 01:09 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Everyone check messages on Paypal or message me...

Everyone check messages on Paypal or message me here your address if you did not initially include it!!
Forum: Group Buys 11-23-2021, 10:29 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Alright guys! Looks like they are finally going...

Alright guys! Looks like they are finally going through the Quality check process and should be getting shipped out soon.

I will be sending out invoices for a final payment(for most another $147)...
Forum: Group Buys 11-12-2021, 08:16 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Thanks guys.

Thanks guys.
Forum: Group Buys 10-13-2021, 03:49 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,797
Posted By Swift
Update: Will be installing a second radiator soon...

Update: Will be installing a second radiator soon to check fitment with OEM airbox.

MAIN UPDATE: Will be sending out an email to all buyers this weekend for a second desposit of $147. Will a date...
Forum: Legend Builds 10-11-2021, 06:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
It has the two rough spots. Will be looking it...

It has the two rough spots. Will be looking it over some more and then one last time in Spring before I pull everything. When you put balance belt on an it makes it worse(and I verified clocking...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend Performance Enhancements 10-11-2021, 06:49 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 38,288
Posted By Swift
I will buy another set of the "good ones" to...

I will buy another set of the "good ones" to compare and take some measurements as well.

Thanks for the info Rich!
Forum: NALM 10-11-2021, 06:45 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 22,153
Posted By Swift
It was a great turnout and a great meet. Tears...

It was a great turnout and a great meet. Tears shed. Memories shared.

"Can't top the organist."
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 10-11-2021, 06:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,431
Posted By Swift
Just had my built to a spec stage 2+ by a guy...

Just had my built to a spec stage 2+ by a guy local. They will have to reuse pressure plate or may be able to redo fingers.

If you can't get it done. Reach out to me since I am making parts for...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-29-2021, 07:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
Thanks for the comments. Some people wondered why...

Thanks for the comments. Some people wondered why I tried so hard to have it even show up not finished, but I like drive a decent car on such road trips versus the "daily" ya know. Now I can relax...
Forum: 2nd Gen. Legend General Discussion 09-29-2021, 07:01 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,165
Posted By Swift
I am doing a full new Y-pipe...once I slightly...

I am doing a full new Y-pipe...once I slightly bend the downpipe for more clearance around steering knuckle.

I messed up one cut...lot of headache fixing.
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 06:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
again saved

again saved
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 06:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
So I will add more here this next couple days,...

So I will add more here this next couple days, but even if it is not a balancing issue...I do not have time to do alignment, get tires, and make the interior quiet enough for the long journey with...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 06:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
Now I am somewhat de-stressed. I should be able...

Now I am somewhat de-stressed. I should be able to do this. Motor in and it starts. I have no real pics beyond this point. I am to busy chasing things down. I got 3weeks left.

Finally get it...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 06:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
I crank the engine quick to make sure starter...

I crank the engine quick to make sure starter works because I reused JDM starter. I am waiting for an alternator to come in as well. I hook up shifter as well and guage cluster


.3.5 mount...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 06:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
I finally get the whole assembly together....Take...

I finally get the whole assembly together....Take a breather and have wife snap a pic for old time sakes.

https://i.postimg.cc/Qd9GKY2Q/IMG-4388.jpg (https://postimg.cc/MnSrh5KH)

Some will...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 06:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
Now at this point I stop taking pictures. I don't...

Now at this point I stop taking pictures. I don't have freaking time. It is now September. I am now working every Friday-Sunday non stop. I have a bum right shoulder too now. I order in OBX headers...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 06:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
I order up an aluminum flywheel...probably wont...

I order up an aluminum flywheel...probably wont come in time and "borrow" Tyler's....

https://i.postimg.cc/PqTMpvZH/IMG-4386.jpg (https://postimg.cc/87Xvx5tX)
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 05:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
I mount the brakes up on super old NOS RL brake...

I mount the brakes up on super old NOS RL brake rotors but slotted and with internal curved vanes for cooling. I put on new rear slotted rotors and use Hawk Blue pads all the way around. All the...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 05:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
I am in the middle of doing suspension and have...

I am in the middle of doing suspension and have to scramble to custom modify a countersink to proper angle to then modify the from LSA mounts I bought off ebay to mount lower control arms. I tried to...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 05:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
So Tyler picks his car up some point which really...

So Tyler picks his car up some point which really sucked because we essentially believe it has a bad torque converter and we can't find one and I don't have time.
* I later start a business deal...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 05:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
modifying auto RL diff for 5spd...ended up...

modifying auto RL diff for 5spd...ended up shaving to much off somehow despite me taking measurements..but it works.

https://i.postimg.cc/QCWwMWGD/RL-Diff-mod.jpg (https://postimg.cc/zH80tvG2)
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 05:20 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
Pistons show up at some point finally, but don't...

Pistons show up at some point finally, but don't realize the pins are sent out .0015" oversize on purpose. This bites me in the ass later. Don't worry, I save the JDM block for later build and have...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 05:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
I start spending money on things I shouldn't....

I start spending money on things I shouldn't. Buying doubles of things just to get done in time. Like a used steering rack for one line I don't have and can't make unless I have the fitting. I build...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 05:13 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
At this point I need to think timeline. I need to...

At this point I need to think timeline. I need to do something in safest manner yet...still want to do it once. So I buy an entire JDM 3.5 with a transmission I don't even need just so I can have an...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 05:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
Now I am very good with time management and most...

Now I am very good with time management and most if not all the work now is done by me. I still got it don't i?

At this point Tyler needed me to check over the famous "Mr. Kieth" coupe of days...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 05:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
https://i.postimg.cc/851rCv76/IMG-4382.jpg...

https://i.postimg.cc/851rCv76/IMG-4382.jpg (https://postimg.cc/1gjzCfcm)
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 05:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
Now at this point I have one 3.5 block I got for...

Now at this point I have one 3.5 block I got for free from The Crowing way back when. Bent rod. However I never pulled the crank out. I also get another 3.5 from a local junkyard and do a partial...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 05:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
Got this bad boy all ready to go: ...

Got this bad boy all ready to go:

https://i.postimg.cc/hjD5V3k2/LSD.jpg (https://postimg.cc/gw7sW4kh)

Plus my custom aluminum short shifter:
https://i.postimg.cc/jdp3M5Vw/IMG-3795.jpg...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 04:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
Now since the car is not the way it is intended I...

Now since the car is not the way it is intended I will only show one up close of the paint and another pic. The paint is an OEM special order color from a Euro Manufacturer that kinda matched up with...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 04:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
Now no bodyshop in my area wanted to work on this...

Now no bodyshop in my area wanted to work on this car. I was even blacklisted from one from some a-holes I worked with at one time. This has lead me to think about some things for the future. Anyways...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 04:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
In the middle years I stripped the interior out...

In the middle years I stripped the interior out for my intended build. I lack pictures but the purpose of intent was a Type R variant "concept" . So I based it off the the Ferarri FXX program as well...
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 04:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
This is how she looked back in 2009ish timeline...

This is how she looked back in 2009ish timeline with a prototype turbo kit that I took off within a month. Then car went into storage because of the alarm security system on the fritz....
Forum: Legend Builds 09-25-2021, 04:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,888
Posted By Swift
noticed some rust.... ...

noticed some rust....
https://i.postimg.cc/HWftgh6F/ania-001.jpg (https://postimg.cc/RqLt1X5T)

Then patched in a panel myself (not how autobody does it either) from a car I brought up from...
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