Posted November 14, 200519 yr It is a................1997 Dodge Neon Sport Coupe...Project DarknessPlans:SuspensionImage Performance Products Stage Two Coilovers350 lbs/in 7" front springs325 lbs/in 7" rear springs16x7 lightweight wheels, still decidingProthane Suspension Bushings full kitBent Rear Trailing Arms (allows for wider rims with more offset)Powdercoated suspension partsCamber PlatesUpgraded Sway BarsStrut BarsExterior Re-tint all windows in 35%Custom front grilleLowered approx 2.75"Remove side moldingShave antennaPaint cleanup, fix small spots of surface rust & scratchesRoll fenders/fender flaresDrivetrain SRT4 turbo & manifoldVibrant 20x7x3.25 intercoolerJE 8.8:1 .020 PistonsEagle RodsClutchmasters Stage 4 4-punk clutchDSM BOVWalbro Fuel Pump w/return line modFull Standalone MegasquirtV3Intercooler pipingSRT-4 Stage 0 InjectorsAeromotive 1:1 RegulatorLSD & upgraded axlesWideband O2Lorenzo Fuel RailBooger Bushings/Bobble.SoundAlpine CDA-7984Alpine Type X (SPX-177A) 6.5", tweeter componentsAlpine MRV-F307 4 channel amplifierNew sub ampSoundsplinter RL-p 12" SubwooferFibreglass sub installTouchscreenCarputerHighly doubt this will all get done during the winter, but with the money coming in from being on the road so much, who knows. No expectation when this will be complete, only hoping to be able to drive it with the fully built engine by August. Edited December 3, 200519 yr by ANeonRider
November 15, 200519 yr Suspension and maybe brakes on the Camaro.Your Neon is going to be quite the sleeper
November 15, 200519 yr Author Yep, shall be interesting... no bodykits for me, just wheels, lowered, and the FMIC
November 15, 200519 yr Author arrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrI might put one on, to piss off people.
November 15, 200519 yr i want to do the water pump, optispark, coil, plugs, and wires, and possibly headers this winter, who knows if it'll happen or not though
November 15, 200519 yr Actually, id like to get some dual pipes on the burb.Show my neighbour that he doesnt have the only loud truck on the block.
November 15, 200519 yr 1) Digitize my music collection--started tonight (I think winter did to, it is supposed to snow )2) Remove the rust on my 95 Ford PU and glass/bondo/paint it3) Build a mantle over my fireplace, it needs it badly4) Hopefully find some 18's for summer tires for my car
November 15, 200519 yr No plans for my rice rocket this winter... but come summer..Saving up for the RSX-R (integra type r - japan) engine for my grocery getter. about $7k for the swap.
November 15, 200519 yr oddly, Scott, my plans are quite similar I dont wanna take Your thread all OT though Your Neon's gonna be a fun one... we have a guy running a "similar" setup around here. He's gotten into the mid 12's :eek: with a conservative tune.
November 15, 200519 yr Author oddly, Scott, my plans are quite similar I dont wanna take Your thread all OT though Your Neon's gonna be a fun one... we have a guy running a "similar" setup around here. He's gotten into the mid 12's :eek: with a conservative tune.<{POST_SNAPBACK}>Not my thread , post away, I am curious what everyone will be doing Who is your friend?Also... I am planning on running 10psi daily, with runs up to 20psi on occasion Edited November 15, 200519 yr by ANeonRider
November 15, 200519 yr I ran 9psi daily on a "doctored" SHO taurus and it was a friggin' blast. That will make it fun to run from the mounties.
November 15, 200519 yr I ran 9psi daily on a "doctored" SHO taurus and it was a friggin' blast. How long did the tranny last?That Neon is going to be nuts! I hope you're keeping it for life though. Resale is already crap on them, and I really hate to see people lose money. BUT, it's all worth it in the name of increased performance. In this case, quite an increase.
November 15, 200519 yr Author I didn't get into the hobby for the money Seriously, probably going to be something I'll keep around for a long time.
November 15, 200519 yr I ran 9psi daily on a "doctored" SHO taurus and it was a friggin' blast. How long did the tranny last?That Neon is going to be nuts! I hope you're keeping it for life though. Resale is already crap on them, and I really hate to see people lose money. BUT, it's all worth it in the name of increased performance. In this case, quite an increase. The tranny was rebuilt at 100k when the motor was put in fresh, it lasted another 100k with the build even though it wasn't too happy when the motor seized, the bummer was the 15-20k on the clutches and tearing through CV Joints (man do they suck to replace too!). It shook the car to pieces eventually too, I suppose from having a locker on a front drive. Fun though. Would LOVE to ride in the Neon when it is done!!
November 16, 200519 yr that is a heavy plan, I just want to finish my door podsI just want to START mine.
November 16, 200519 yr that is a heavy plan, I just want to finish my door podspics?? didn't know you started? I'll post my project later this week
November 16, 200519 yr I have quite a list going once school lets out. Here is the basic stuff:AudioRe-do my kicks to house my 6.5" midbassRelocate my 4" in the a-pillar firing across the windshieldBuild an amp rack to fit on the back section of my car behind the t-top holdersFind somewhere to place the 8s where they sound good and don't take up space/interfere w/ the t-top holdersRewire my carInstall my DQX in the gloveboxCar-wiseGive the car a nice detailDo the headlight mod I have been waiting to doGet the back bumper repaintedPaint my calipersChange the brakes outGet a performance alignmentMaybe even get a set of cheap tires for my old wheels to do some autocrossing with.My car should look and sound very nice when its done. I plan on taking pictures of the build up too.
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