LamboClone - The Premier Site for Lamborghini Replica Builders

Build Diaries => Murcielago => Topic started by: MDMurcy2 on May 01, 2012, 10:16:46 PM

Title: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 01, 2012, 10:16:46 PM: Hey guys, I'll be starting my build thread here. Many of you here are already familiar with my build and have been very helpful on the forums with great advice during my build.

I am building my LP640 Roadster on a 91 MR2. Its a non turbo model, 5 speed manual. Great running, great condition doner car, so I anticipate to have a reliable build when this is completed.

I'll be posting up my pics as soon as I get things in order.

Thanks for the invite and great to see alot of you guys are already here.

Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: jb1 on May 02, 2012, 03:09:55 AM: followed your build on other sites. Look forward to seeing it here..
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: No Bull on May 02, 2012, 06:33:17 AM: Quote from: MDMurcy2 on May 01, 2012, 10:16:46 PM
Hey guys, I'll be starting my build thread here. Many of you here are already familiar with my build and have been very helpful on the forums with great advice during my build.

I am building my LP640 Roadster on a 91 MR2. Its a non turbo model, 5 speed manual. Great running, great condition doner car, so I anticipate to have a reliable build when this is completed.

I'll be posting up my pics as soon as I get things in order.

Thanks for the invite and great to see alot of you guys are already here.

Mitch

Mitch... a true example of what can be accomplished in a year when you stick to it and have mad skills. :)

Welcome aboard my friend and your build diary will be enjoyed by many here (including me!).

Chris
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on May 02, 2012, 08:02:51 AM: Welcome MDMurcy, glad to see you over here! Ive tracked your build for a few months on the other forum and you do great work and waste no time getting it done! I wish I had your motivation...!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: autopro on May 02, 2012, 09:47:06 AM: This is great another build diary. Do you have a link to your other thread everyone is talking about? I havenâ€™t seen it :-[. I recently purchased a John Watson and would love to see what you have done to the MR2. Iâ€™m also considering using an MR2 but the 3rd generation; do you think that is possible?
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 02, 2012, 07:08:16 PM: Quote from: autopro on May 02, 2012, 09:47:06 AM
This is great another build diary. Do you have a link to your other thread everyone is talking about? I havenâ€™t seen it :-[. I recently purchased a John Watson and would love to see what you have done to the MR2. Iâ€™m also considering using an MR2 but the 3rd generation; do you think that is possible?

Thanks all of you.....l am glad you all enjoy my build....

And not to sound negative, because I do try my best, but I dont have a build even remotely as complex as some of you. Mad skills.....not me.....thats you guys.....I just never say I cant do something.....I give every thing I do my best effort. You guys are awesome! Sometimes I feel silly posting my work because so many of you have done some amazing things building up the same parts, and mine seem so simple. Like I said....Im confident in my work, my welds are good, body is straight and solid.....but Geometry, spring rates, engine talk, motor and computer electronics......hah....I can hardly keep my weed eater running.

Thanks for the support guys......yall are great!

And at autopro.......I post everything I have about my MR2 build, But I couldnt imagine anything I did someone would get inspiration from. But feel free to ask me for anything.....If I can help, I will.

Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on May 02, 2012, 07:22:34 PM: Murci I want to be the first to say this forum will NOT be like the others. There will be no bashing if something is done different then someone else will do it. There is NO wrong way to do something, just different ways. Everyone is here for motivation and support, maybe some joking and to answer questions of you have any, oh and learn (that's why we are all here right?!) we are all looking forward to see your build and provide support until you finnish the build...!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 02, 2012, 07:31:53 PM: thanks......but to be clear.....no one has ever bashed anything I did. Its just sometimes I see everyone's frame designs, awesome interiors, suspensions, engines and all that, and I feel so overwhelmed by the simplicity of all that I have been doing.....I guess I just don't know all that much about all this and this is my first build....so I just feel like such a simpleton. LOL.

Again, at least most of you members that I see here have posted on my build threads and all have been so very helpful. I am grateful for such an opportunity to build with all of you and be a part of this site.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on May 02, 2012, 09:00:14 PM: Silly? No way I always can't wait to see your progress.
I went to automotive school for a year and a half just recently and still don't know anything about cars and feel the same way when people are talking about them and I have no idea.
But I have learned more on here with you guys than I have ever learned in school lol that's how money hungry everyone is.
Yet it doesn't cost anything to come here and learn.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: No Bull on May 02, 2012, 09:16:55 PM: Different strokes for different folks...

Bashing will not be tolerated and the only grey area that I worry about is providing feedback for safety aspects of a build. Regardless of any feelings that might get hurt, I really want everyone including their friends and family members that will ride in these cars to be safe. There is a polite and gentle way to make these suggestions and I was handed one of these gifts on another site that pertained to my inner door bracing. It was provided in a private message and it totally made me rethink my engineering and netted an improved an much safer design. It's important that these cars look good, but they also need to be structurally sound underneath. If this offends someone who mistakes it as an attack of their craftsmanship, I apologize now and this will never never my intent.

Thanks,

Chris
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 04, 2012, 10:24:48 AM: Wow, got a long list of pics to post up. I'll be taking some time to repost the entire build so far, so please bare with me. Alot of you have kept up with my build already so I hope it doesnt get boring seeing it posted again. I'll post everything I have like this is a new and fresh build thread, and I'll also try to find new pics.

Thanks for the support!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 04, 2012, 10:31:02 AM: I purchased my body from CKI "Car Kit Inc." in Alabama. In my opinion, I got exactly what I paid for. Its not the best body, but the service and help I recieved from Jackie was second to none. He answered all my questions, showed me around the place and let me talk to his guys. He gave me a ton of stuff extra for free that wasnt even in the agreement. And all my parts were there and on time when I picked them up. The body I can admit could use a better attention to detail, but unless mine was "one of the lucky ones", mine wasnt very bad at all. Simple bodywork can correct 90 percent of the problems.

Heres a few pics picking it up on trailer April 2011.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_2.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_50.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_6.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 04, 2012, 10:38:55 AM: Heres a few close ups of the body. I searched the body everywhere for the "voids" that I was warned about. I put high intensity lights all around the outside and searched it from the inside for bubbles or pockets. The only thing I found was on the sharp edges. The gel coat made the corners but there were voids behind them where the fiberglass didn't fill. I took a chisel and hammer to the entire body and all the edges and hammered it intently without missing a square inch. I had a lot of voids on the edges but none were found in the panels of the body.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_64.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_62.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_67.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_65.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 04, 2012, 10:40:48 AM: Had to play around with a spare set of rims I had lying around. LOL. You know you did it too! It was surely an exciting time for me!

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1001.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 04, 2012, 10:46:07 AM: Searched High and low for a doner. I wasn't sure I wanted a Fiero or MR2, had even considered a Boxster. In the end, I found a great running, well kept 91 MR2 just a state or about 9 hours away in Arkansas. So, took the drive out there to pick it up. It was a beautiful car at a steal of a price. I just had to do it! I drove it around for about 4 weeks to make sure then put it all in the garage for the beginning of the project.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/photo-1.png) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/photo.png) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1194.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on May 04, 2012, 03:51:22 PM: Oh you changed your avatar I didn't know if you got that pic or not :P
Didn't expect you to use it or anything
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 04, 2012, 04:52:23 PM: LOL...couldnt wait for you to notice! I added a little more blacks and shadows and changed it a bit....but at least is an avatar of my own....just thought. That was a great pic by the way bro, I am totally motivated!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on May 04, 2012, 05:18:06 PM: :D cool glad you liked it I wasn't so sure
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 04, 2012, 08:54:29 PM: So I purchased my wheels next for the mock up. Helo 18 x 8 fronts and 20 x 11 rears. Also made my own center caps to cover up the originals. I really liked the way they turned out.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1100.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1124.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1147.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on May 04, 2012, 09:26:35 PM: Not sure if you said what wheels they were, wondering if they come in black
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 04, 2012, 09:36:37 PM: They are Helo. They are discontinued. Only whats left on the market and not much. Mostly polished aluminum and black centers.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 04, 2012, 11:43:02 PM: Beginning taking the MR2 down. Fenders, panels, bumpers, roof, lights, etc. All off before cutting. I sold most of the parts locally and on Craig's so I made a bit of my money back on the doner. Almost half back.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1203.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1197.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1206.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1234.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1235.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 04, 2012, 11:46:11 PM: All the extra metal removed to allow the Fiberglass body to fit cleanly and as close as possible.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1275.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1276.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1282.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1283.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1285.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1284.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1280.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 04, 2012, 11:51:45 PM: Chassis gutted down and ready for stretch. A little bit more gets removed later, but I had to stretch the chassis first in order to begin placement of the body so that I could find what exactly needed to be removed. Taking down the MR2, cutting the excesses took all of one day. Radiator does not need to be moved or angled in any way.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1291.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1292.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1294.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 05, 2012, 12:22:33 PM: Back in the shop. Removed the gas tank and all the water and brake lines from the tunnel. Just a few hours......and ready to stretch.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1320.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1323.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 05, 2012, 12:26:09 PM: Nothing complicated here. Set up my chassis on rolling carts. Didnt have any kind of frame machine. Just had to do a ton of cross measures to make sure everything was squared up before I welded it up. This took a lot of trial and error. But I got it. I learned alot from this experience. I could have done a few things to make it easier. But wasnt too bad.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1328.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1330.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1331.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1334.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 05, 2012, 12:33:47 PM: Used heavy gauge square tubing run as deep into the rockers as it would allow to re support the outer ends. I also used 3" angle iron run inside and along the top corners of the tunnel to strengthen it. Then I filled and crossed welded different sized flat bar and tubing 1/4" thickness to strengthen the structure a bit more. The non structural filler panels I welded 16g steel. Flooring etc.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1335.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1338.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 05, 2012, 12:38:40 PM: Got back into the tunnel and lengthened the water and brake lines. I did not cut any hydraulic lines, brake and clutch, instead I purchased prefab extensions from the parts house. I disconnected the OEM line fittings and attatched the extensions here. Very simple and easy and cheap.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1344.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1350.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1355.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1353.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 05, 2012, 12:44:30 PM: The shifter connections were also very easy to extend. I did not do CKI's suggestion of using all thread. I didn't care for their setup. Had too much flex. I used parts from a used gas strut and some simple flat bar and line clamps. Made for a very solid structure and no flex. Also, kept the integrity of the OEM shifter cables, so replacement is easy if needed with no mods required in the future.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1421.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1422.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1423.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1424.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 05, 2012, 12:49:44 PM: As you can see in this pic.....I did not cut any of the electrical wiring harnesses of the car. CKI recommends cutting and extending them. They didn't look hard enough at all. Just look for all the connections to the firewalls and rockers and remove the clips. There is plenty of excess slack in the harnesses so that the OEM integrity does not have to be compromised. The less cutting, the better.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1335.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: autopro on May 05, 2012, 01:33:14 PM: Excellent job with the stretch, I always enjoy seeing how people come up with their own engineering solutions. I have to say that yours are very well thought out and I especially like the way that you can easily do repairs if needed since you kept all the original parts.

What did you do to ensure that the car remained aligned after you started welding it?
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 05, 2012, 03:42:02 PM: I did alot of cross measuring before hand to find the points I would use to measure from afterwards. I also tacked alot of flat bar and tubing at the correct lengths in critical places as I went along. Long, straight 3 1/2" angle Iron along the rockers also helped keep things lined up. Believe me, I could have made it easier but I didn't know better and I just cut and dealt with it as I went along. I didn't have time to be scared! I just did it.

Then here, I welded 3 1/2" x 3 1/2" angle iron to the outside of the rocker panels. This was welded underneath at the rail/seam and then on the outside where it made contact with the rocker. Using the 3 1/2" piece worked perfectly to make a 90 degree surface that will later be used to weld the metal needed for the body support underneath the lower jambs/sill of the Murcy. Plus, this added great support and rigidity to the chassis and to the cuts on the rocker panel after the stretch.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1660.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1662.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1669.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 05, 2012, 04:13:47 PM: After the stretch, I decided to build a hoist gantry system to lift my body. I figured this would be the easiest way to take my body on and off when needed by myself. I used 4 x 6 beams and 2 each 1 ton hoists I picked up cheap at harbor freight tools. In all the system cost about $75 or so and was so very well worth the time to build. It allows me to control my lift front and rear separately so I can maneuver the body easily around the framing structure when it was built up. It proved to be money well spent.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1400.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1399.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1402.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 05, 2012, 04:23:35 PM: With the body on the ground and just slightly hoisted, I made marks on the concrete to show where the body was plumb and level. Then I rolled the chassis underneath the body, centered its axles and frame to the body marks I had made, Then I marked the concrete where the wheels were for future positioning. In later body removal and repositioning, all I have to do is place the wheels directly on the marks on the concrete and I know the body will lift perfectly and centered.

Lifting and lowering the body several times and cutting portions of the fiberglass as needed to fit over the MR2's chassis. Remember, the G28 is designed to fit over a Fiero, so it actually doesn't fall into place anywhere on the MR2. It was trial and error till I got it to basically fit.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1403.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1406.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1409.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1410.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 05, 2012, 04:26:51 PM: So here was the first fit. Not bad at all for a body not made to fit this chassis. In later fittings, I cut a little more metal and fiberglass off and got the body to sit a little lower on the frame. But here's pics of the initial fit.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1414.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1416.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 05, 2012, 04:45:20 PM: Heres some close ups of the body and where it sits.
In front the fiberglass rests on the MR2's bumper frame support structure. Very easy to make a mount and attach the fiberglass here, and very solid. In the passenger area you can see the MR2's firewall and where the Lambo's firewall would be. There is alot of space here. Alot of leg room. And in the rear. I welded this support coming from the MR2's rear bumper supports. I used 3/4" tubing and 3" tubing along with a 3" x 3/8" thick flat bar I had lying around. This made the support for the rear Lambo's trunk area and was a great starting point for the sub framing. A solid foundation off the MR2's main framing.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_2083.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1644.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1647.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1672.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1671.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on May 05, 2012, 10:42:49 PM: Love the detal and close up pictures! 8)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 06, 2012, 10:43:16 PM: Got back under the body and started clamping 3/4" tubing in key areas, also clamped up a sill support using 3" x 3/8" flat bar and 3/4" tubing. Just got in and welded supports in the critical areas to center up and support the body as needed for the time being. Again, since the body is meant to be framed in using a Fiero, there were no actual points that made contact with the body. I just had to get under there and tack stuff up, remove the body, weld it, put the body back down, tack more spots, etc, etc....... Took a bit of time.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1679.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1673.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1684.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1686.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 06, 2012, 10:44:36 PM: (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3936.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3943.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 06, 2012, 10:53:54 PM: After getting my body situated, it was time to get to the doors. CKI provided some simple barrel pin hinges that really didnt fit the design, but I made them work. Had to cut them to change an angle a bit. Hung the door at the latch first then framed it all in.

Since my build is a roadster, I decided I didnt want to spend any extra time and money on windows for the doors. Some guys dont agree with that, but for me it saves money, time, and for a car that I never intend on using unless the weather is beautiful anyways, I just didnt justify it. I will make the door look like a window is in there, with the seals and all, but it will be a hollow door. Anyways, heres the framing of what I did. The door turned out very solid and has no warble in it at all, and it closes and opens perfectly.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1627.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1629.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1714.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1712.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 06, 2012, 10:55:20 PM: A few more pics. Other side and hinge mount.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1784.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1785.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1780.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1779.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 06, 2012, 11:06:17 PM: Took a little time to skin up the doors. CKI over cut the shape of the inner doors Leaving me with a large gap between the outer door skin and inner. I used small wooded blocks to fill in and allow me areas I could grind down and screw the skin to temporarily. Again, took a little extra work but got it done. When I am ready to bond the skins, I will add fiberglass and make out the correct filling. The Drivers side was really bad off, about 3/4" in spots, the passenger side wasnt as bad off.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1867.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1868.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1866.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 06, 2012, 11:16:12 PM: While all of this was goin on, I wanted to take time to grind down and make up the side mirrors. These were a mess with so much excess on them, I wasnt sure where to start. But they eventually took shape. Lots of gaps that need some work in the end. But this is what was given to me, so gotta get it. Pictures do no justice to the amount of work here. Each one took several hours to get right before bonding together.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1216.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1217.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1218.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1222.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1223.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 06, 2012, 11:17:46 PM: A few days of work, and doors up!

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1770.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1771.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1837.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: bottlefed on May 07, 2012, 12:22:02 AM: Wow looks great...! I'm dying for more te to work on mine. I keep putting off every weekend in favor of family camping an fishing trips.. Lol all good though.. :)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 07, 2012, 12:06:33 PM: While I still had a bit of open room to work, I decided to pull out the old Cast manifold exhaust.
Ran this stainless steel header setup that really opened it up. Using Borla resonators. The response difference was very noticeable immediately.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1341.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1472.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1467.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1474.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 07, 2012, 12:27:39 PM: Framing the Front trunk. I made some simple hinges using some tubing. I came off of the 3" x 3/8" flat bar I welded across the chassis for the door support. Laid down 3/4" tubing along the jambs and bumper to bend the correct shapes. I used the OEM MR2 latch and strike.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1849.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1864.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1871.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 07, 2012, 12:31:39 PM: Used some 3000Gt hinges for the rear hatch. Simple tubing bent into the correct shape and bonded the lid. Again I am using the OEM MR2 rear latch and strike. All the pull handles are already in and the cables are run from the factory, so I figure with a little modification, why not.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1931.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1932.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1929.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 07, 2012, 12:35:43 PM: The engine cover was a lot more work. Took me a few days to get it all fitted and built up. Once again here, the OEM MR2 latch and strike were in the correct position, so I used them again for this opening.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1934.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_2295.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_2292.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1941.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1943.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: ExoticDreams on May 07, 2012, 01:01:47 PM: Looks like a tight squeeze under that rear hatch, will the CKI engine cover fit under there?

Great work. Keep it up!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: cementhead on May 07, 2012, 01:38:12 PM: Looks excellent. What did you use to bond your framing to the fiberglass? Looks like you'll be on the road for summer.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 07, 2012, 01:58:32 PM: Quote from: ExoticDreams on May 07, 2012, 01:01:47 PM
Looks like a tight squeeze under that rear hatch, will the CKI engine cover fit under there?

Great work. Keep it up!

No, the CKI engine cover doesn't fit. I checked some measurements. Anyways, I don't even have an engine cover at this time. I may or may not cover it in the end. Not sure what I will do then. Right now, the goal is to get it done. Cosmetics and such like that aren't a big priority for me. I'm not trying to fool anyone. I'm just proud to be building this car and I just want a great looking vehicle.

Quote from: cementhead on May 07, 2012, 01:38:12 PM
Looks excellent. What did you use to bond your framing to the fiberglass? Looks like you'll be on the road for summer.

I used the windshield black urethane adhesive. I grinded the metal contact surfaces and the fiberglass contact areas using 50 grit sand paper. I cleaned all the surfaces using MEK. Gives a deep aggressive cleaning with no oils in the solvent. Then bonded and clamped everything. I also screwed the panels to the tubing while the adhesive set for at least 48hrs before removing the screws. In some test parts I did, the fiberglass shredded before the adhesive could let go. I also did some test pieces that I left submerged in water for days, even weeks now. I got a few pieces that have been under water now for over 6 months. The tubes are completely rusted, and the bond is still not letting go. I've been really impressed. Someone on the other forums gave me this tip. Its working out great. I have yet to be able to separate any parts.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on May 07, 2012, 02:59:37 PM: Yea I don't care for the engine cover, anymore than I care for the fake disc brakes, etc.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 21, 2012, 09:48:47 PM: Heres the work I did to make the exterior door latches. I just made up a simple mechanism that basically resembles the Murcielago setup. It works simply. The brass rod for the pull will be replaced with a cable pull. That will allow the Mercedes door latch to be pulled by both the exterior and interior door handles and leave slack on one or the other when one is pulled. I made the entire mechanism on a separated plate so that the hieght and horizontal adjustments can easily be made. Its bolted on from underneath and is accessed from inside the door. Then it can me removed from the exterior hole in the door panel. Its a bit tight but it fits and works.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3707.png) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3708.png) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3706.png) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3705.png)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 22, 2012, 05:12:14 PM: I didnt like the headlight brows that CKI provided. They were a real mess. SO, I made my own with aluminum. Not exactly to OEM specs, again. Stainless steel encased bullet LED amber light and LED signal to finish it up.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1257.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_2228.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_30102.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_30122.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3049.png) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3050.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 22, 2012, 05:14:11 PM: (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4047.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4048.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4051.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4054.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 22, 2012, 05:57:13 PM: Cut out my headlight buckets. This is the frame and light support I made up. Bolt up from underneath and makes each corner height adjustable. The lights are solid and wont have that "bounce" to them.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3758.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3759.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3764.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3760.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 22, 2012, 06:00:18 PM: When installed, the projectors base plate and bucket can be separated for easy maintenance. The bolts for mounting the base plate can be reached from inside the front grilles and from the wheel well.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3767.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3766.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3765.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3770.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 22, 2012, 08:32:26 PM: Heres my gas lid I made. If your on a low budget, this is easy to make up. Came out very similar and took only a few hours to make up. Used body filler to make the domed shape of the door first. Then stacked tape back every 1/4" to the back edge to create the flare, also extending it past the edge about an 1/8". Then added filler on the edges of the flare to make it angular looking. Then a little filler primer and Imron gloss black to finish it off.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_2017.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_2024.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_2034.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_2042.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_2055.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 22, 2012, 10:02:04 PM: To make the mounts for the mirrors I used all-thread rod cut to the correct length and fiber glassed them into the three corners of the base. I just used some tape to make "troughs" to hold in the resin and mat, making sure to leave an access hole to run the wiring for the power mirror units. I extended the threads as deep as would allow into the base. The end result is very solid and easily mounted to the metal bracket I welded into the door behind the door skin in the area of the mount. A small cover either painted or leather upholstered will cover the access to the nuts behind the plate in the door.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3826.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3827.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3831.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3834.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 22, 2012, 10:11:30 PM: OEM taillights are not in my budget, perhaps later. I didnt want to just put in some Spider lights or just some over the counter lights into the buckets so I came up with a design of my own using the OEM as a guide of sorts. I used plexiglass and 10mm high intensity red LED's to make my running lights. The brake lights are the round 4" LED lights. In each corner, I separated with aluminum for amber LED's for the turn signals. Strip of bright white 10mm LED's along the bottom will be the reverse. I'll post more pics later, but this is what the basic looks like. Its very cool looking when lit up. I'll make a vid and post it sometime.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3451.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3461.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3463.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3458.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 22, 2012, 10:13:27 PM: Bare with me guys, I know alot of you have already seen all this progress. I'm just getting my build diary caught up here. I'm trying to post new pics of the same progress when I can to give you all a better look.

Thanks for the patience.
Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 22, 2012, 11:58:30 PM: For the lower intake strakes I found that Dodge charger grilles had a very similar shape to the G28 opening. Cutting the grille in half gave me the two parts I needed to fit some grilles in here. With a little cutting and trimming they fit up nice and have a finished edge all the way around. A little filler will be needed to make it perfect, but otherwise it was a cheap solution.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3741.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3746.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3739.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 23, 2012, 12:00:41 AM: Got my side marker lights from Murcie Me. Very nice parts and great price. Thanks bro. I fitted them in front and back. They look really good.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3225-1.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3732.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3730.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: batbuilder on May 23, 2012, 08:50:42 AM: Thank you for reposting these pics. I never saw them the first time around since I'm new to building lambo thing. I love the innovating way you have come up with the rear brake light set-up. This is so much harder than buying OEM taillights but to me its something you can really be proud of. Hope you don't mind me copying your copies they look great. So your grills came off of the front of a dodge charger? What year if you don't mind me asking? Love the pics.....dave
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on May 23, 2012, 09:03:27 AM: Im glad you are posting all of your old progress back up 8)! You build is one that I followed on the other forum and when it went down so much info was lost :-\ With everyone posting it seems like the builds are flying buy, we will all be in the 3% club by next year! HAHA
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 23, 2012, 10:21:57 AM: Quote from: batbuilder on May 23, 2012, 08:50:42 AM
Hope you don't mind me copying your copies they look great. So your grills came off of the front of a dodge charger? What year if you don't mind me asking? Love the pics.....dave

I dont mind. If I didnt want anyone to know how I did it ..... I wouldnt post it! I want my car to look great, but OEM is out of the question for me on alot of things. I basically do the things I do because Im broke....lol. This project is on a very limited budget. This is my dream, has been since I first saw a Lamborghini and discovered replicas! Im getting older and If I dont go for it....I never will. In the end. It will all be worth it!

2006-2008 DODGE CHARGER EURO BLACK MESH GRILLE 4DR SRT-8: this was the listing for the grilles. They were at $50 shipped.

Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on May 23, 2012, 11:09:26 AM: Man I can't wait to see this painted :)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 05, 2012, 10:11:49 PM: Grilles and more grilles. Being a roadster, I felt it a necessity to go with the OEM grilles for this build. The holes are directional for each grille in its placement. Impossible to duplicate with even the best mesh or grille material. A bit costly but since they are really up top and create of focus on the engine lid and all, I really couldnt go with generic stuff.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/photo8.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/photo8-1.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/photo9-1.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/photo10.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/IMG_2103.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 05, 2012, 10:21:04 PM: Got things put together and pulled it out that weekend to see the progress and get some much needed motivation...

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1946.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1966.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1951.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1973.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 05, 2012, 10:22:05 PM: A few more............

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1978.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_19801jpg.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_1980.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 05, 2012, 10:38:39 PM: After having a little fun.....needed it! I pulled it back in the shop and removed the body one last time. I needed to relocate the fuse box. It was underneath the passenger side fender way up top and was inaccessible. I left it there but made a slider bracket so that it could be unbolted with a butterfly nut and slid down when needed. I also took the time to flip the body and fabricate and fiberglass in the steel support for the windshield posts. Much easier than working upside down. I made a bracket at the base that attaches to factory bolt locations on the MR2. Placed the fiberglass filler panels and body filled it all smooth. Came out very strong and nice.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3771.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3956.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3986.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3989.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 05, 2012, 10:39:53 PM: More pics.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3993.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4008.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4012.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 05, 2012, 10:44:09 PM: My seats came in too. I got them from Cipher auto. Very nice black leather with black stitching. Carbon fiber vinyl on the back and accents on the seat. I think they look great for the Roadster.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4069.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4071.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4070.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4073.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4077.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 05, 2012, 10:56:00 PM: On both sides the pillar on the doors didn't lay down correctly. I cut relief cuts at the base, screwed them to the body to force the correct shape and fiber glassed them for their new correct shape. Just another little thing that takes time but had to be done.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3862.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3860.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3859.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3858.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 05, 2012, 11:02:59 PM: I made a couple of videos when I took out my car. Had to try it out. Just went ride down the road and to a closed business area down the street. I wanted to finally see the car in different surroundings.

This was short vid driving up.
Driving my build (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=38aRzdffoVk#ws)

This was a walk around of the car. A little jumpy, shot it on my iPhone, but you get the idea.
My Roadster walk around. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyc3IXHbVOk#)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: autopro on June 05, 2012, 11:27:09 PM: Man you are really making some good progress and those seats are spot on ::thumbup

Now you have to put up a video of your tail lights I really want to see how those look and work.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: italianknightrider on June 05, 2012, 11:51:00 PM: Great Job ... ::thumbup 8) ::salute (http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b138/italianknightrider/msn-emoticon-trophy-070.gif)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: batbuilder on June 06, 2012, 08:38:39 AM: Very nice. There 's is such a small percentage of the population that can say they built the car they are driving. And what a car!!! Beautiful work.... ::bounce ::bounce
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 06, 2012, 04:51:11 PM: Thanks guys....Again. But I'm behind on my progress updates. Been working the body these past few days. Started on the front clip.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4154.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4144.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4150.jpg)

Took the time to fix that dropped, rounded nose the G28s have. Ground the surface with 80 grit. Then used fiber fill filler first for the heavy fix. Then multiple coats of filler to float it out just right. This took so many attempts to get it looking straight and right. I'm glad that's over. It looks so much better now. I left the sharp edges during the blocking to give the best reference for straight. I will scuff these sharp edges down before filler primer.

Heres a before and after of the front bumper and that dropped edge.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_67-1.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4153.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 06, 2012, 04:57:32 PM: Finished up the chassis work and now I have the body back on for the final time. All's fitted and bolted down. I pray I never have to remove it again. Anyways, with that done, I kept on working the front clip. Lots of hollow edges in the sharp corners of the lower spoiler. Ground them out and fiber filled and then body filled over that to smooth it out. This took a lot of time to make sure I didn't miss anything.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4177.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4178.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4179.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4182.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4181.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 06, 2012, 05:04:56 PM: Headed into the booth tonight for epoxy primer and then filler primer on the front clip. Sealing it all in and taking a look at what I've done so far. For anyone that doesn't know how much work this actually takes, This front clip took me and another very talented body man about 70 man hours. And its just about 90 percent corrected. I'm sure there will be a little more filling and blocking to get the last 10 percent out of this. But.......This is a big step forward! I'm really excited about what I'll get to see. ::bounce
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: autopro on June 06, 2012, 05:30:42 PM: It will look a thousand times better once it's all one color, even if it's just primer, believe me. It's good that you took your time to find all of those hollow edges you don't want for stuff to star chipping after you have painted it. Good job brother :)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 07, 2012, 09:02:02 PM: OK....Got to work and primed the front clip. I'm really happy with the results and most of all, I'm so glad to see one color again. Brings it into perspective again. Talk about motivation. Oh...and p.s....... The hood isn't latched down, so the gaps aren't final in these pics.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4187.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4184.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4188.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4186.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4183.jpg) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_4184.jpg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: am33r on June 07, 2012, 09:13:58 PM: The beauty of One uniformity ::toothy Awesome Work. Can't wait for more pics of the rest
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: LP 640 NuCountry on June 07, 2012, 09:15:17 PM: Looks great, one color makes a big diffrence.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: italianknightrider on June 07, 2012, 09:19:20 PM: This is great motivation for my next Vacation , i have not had much shop / shed time this year ...great to see you make it to this stage , specially with the donor you choose ,i know nothing about the MR2 ,so this is motivating ,seeing another donor being used
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 07, 2012, 09:28:43 PM: Quote from: italianknightrider on June 07, 2012, 09:19:20 PM
This is great motivation for my next Vacation , i have not had much shop / shed time this year ...great to see you make it to this stage , specially with the donor you choose ,i know nothing about the MR2 ,so this is motivating ,seeing another donor being used

Thanks IKR. I'm really surprised at that though. I would have thought you'd have had some involvement with the MR2 doner.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 07, 2012, 09:32:44 PM: Gotta say one thing about this work......I cant stop looking at the difference that work did for the front bumper. I really love the clean lines of the "fixed" bumper and lip. I almost didn't go through the trouble of it. I'm so glad I did now. It was well worth the extra time. Murcie-Me's build pics motivated me to take this step. So thanks again Mike, you've been a real inspiration with your work.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: notnilc20 on June 07, 2012, 10:39:51 PM: Looks awesome!!!! ::headbang
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: batbuilder on June 08, 2012, 01:01:50 AM: Very sweet looking . Great bodywork....dave ::headbang
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on June 08, 2012, 07:57:41 AM: Wow Mitch that looks amazing :)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: LamboJayso on June 08, 2012, 08:48:22 AM: Looking good Mitch, please don't forget to squeeze those front fenders in. I'll be on top of the list of buyers when it's all said & done ;)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on June 08, 2012, 10:22:41 AM: Quote from: LamboJayso on June 08, 2012, 08:48:22 AM
Looking good Mitch, please don't forget to squeeze those front fenders in. I'll be on top of the list of buyers when it's all said & done ;)

HuH ::scratch Am I missin somethin ::duh?
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on June 08, 2012, 11:04:39 AM: I'm not sure about the fender thing lol but Mitch is selling this one when completed.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: rodrieguz on June 08, 2012, 05:21:35 PM: Very clean lines you have there
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: notnilc20 on June 08, 2012, 05:30:56 PM: Quote from: LamboJayso on June 08, 2012, 08:48:22 AM
Looking good Mitch, please don't forget to squeeze those front fenders in. I'll be on top of the list of buyers when it's all said & done ;)

Hey there Lambojayso, are you looking to buy a replica? I'm curious b/c you sold the one you built and now are looking to buy a completed one by someone else? I'm confused.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: LamboJayso on June 08, 2012, 09:45:20 PM: Notnilc20, I'm always on the look out for a well-built Murcie rep. I was before, during, and currently am after my build.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 12, 2012, 10:06:03 PM: Working on the rear clip this past week. This is coming along great! I'll have pics soon. BUT.....for now.....headed on vacation. So no work on the car for a couple of weeks.

Thanks guys for all the great comments and support. See you all when I get back and start up again. Headed up to Michigan for a week to visit family.

Later everyone!
Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on June 13, 2012, 06:49:30 AM: oh no :'( have fun
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on June 13, 2012, 08:08:21 AM: Have fun, be safe ::wave
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: powerslave on June 13, 2012, 09:48:33 AM: Wow, I love that video, your car has the perfect stance with a good wheel/tire combination. All of your panels are fitting very nicely too. I think that's the image that all of us are dreaming about and that's the car driving down our street and pulling into the driveway. Right now, it's pushing it out of the garage and pushing it back in, day after day, lol. Good job Mitch!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on September 05, 2012, 12:42:59 PM: Wow it's been awhile. Car should be painted by now ::duh
Wonder where Mitch went ::sad
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 09, 2012, 10:27:36 PM: Hey guys..... Been a while.....I know. No......Tallon....the car isn't painted yet. Unfortunately I've had some issues with my daughter that have complicated both the work on my car and the budget required to keep goin. I've had to put the car on hold for some time now, and it could be a little while longer before I get back to it. Its not forgotten though....so no worries. I'll be back.

As some of you know....my youngest daughter has had some health issues. She was born with heart issues and has had a number of surgeries to fix the problems with her heart. As well, her heart issues have caused damage to her lungs. So many things in this chain reaction. Well, again.....Issues have come up that put her back in the hospital and this week coming, she will have another heart surgery. So, God willing, this surgery corrects the problems. I ask all my friends......Keep us in your prayers!

When all is settled and going strong.....I will jump back on my car and complete it. Its her wish to ride in it to school someday. Thats my greatest motivation now. ::angel

Thanks guys...... I'll keep things posted on her progress.

Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: autopro on September 09, 2012, 10:48:31 PM: My heart goes out to you and your family, my prayers will be with your daughter. We are going through something similar with our niece, she has had multiple heart surgeries since she was born. She just turned 5 years old and she is doing well, just keep a positive outlook and your prayers going.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Murci-Me on September 09, 2012, 10:59:35 PM: Quote from: MDMurcy2 on June 07, 2012, 09:32:44 PM
Gotta say one thing about this work......I cant stop looking at the difference that work did for the front bumper. I really love the clean lines of the "fixed" bumper and lip. I almost didn't go through the trouble of it. I'm so glad I did now. It was well worth the extra time. Murcie-Me's build pics motivated me to take this step. So thanks again Mike, you've been a real inspiration with your work.

Excellent work Mitch! I've seen alot of people skip over minor (and major) modifications because of the amount of work involved to change them. Seeing how you went the extra mile and are now rewarded with an excellent build should be a lesson to other builders. You'll never regret doing the extra work once you see your finished product. Theres nothing worse than looking at your finished car and wishing you had done something different, it'll haunt you forever.
Keep up the good work. Be strong and have faith, You and your family are in all our prayers. ::sun
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on September 10, 2012, 07:15:09 AM: Sorry to hear that Mitch, I wish you and your family the best.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on September 10, 2012, 10:13:04 AM: Mitch, thank you for updating all of us on what is going on ::thumbup. Thoughts and prayers are with your family and your daughter ::sun
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 26, 2012, 09:52:42 PM: Hey guys....

My daughter had her heart surgery on the 10th. It was a grueling 12 hr surgery and seemed like an eternity of a wait. The surgery went well. After being asleep for a week and 2 days, they finally woke her up. She is now recovering well, slow but positive every day. We were told today that she could be back home by perhaps the second week in October. Thats a ways away but at least things are looking up. Only time and healing will tell if everything is functioning in her heart the way the doctors planned. But....its in God's hands and we have faith. And....she a strong girl.

Thanks for your prayers......

Hopefully soon I can get my focus towards my car. I sure miss working on it.

Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: No Bull on September 26, 2012, 10:08:06 PM: It been a pretty rotten week around here Mitch and I can honestly say that reading your post about your daughter has really made it better. It helped put things into perspective and it was a nice reality check of what's important. We should all count our blessings daily and I thank you for reminding me of this. Many prayers go out to you and your family and remember that we'll still be here once you are ready to start back up on your project. ::toothy

Thanks,

Chris
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: SchulzeA on September 26, 2012, 10:10:14 PM: Glad to hear things are going well considering. My prayers will continue for a full recovery ::sun
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on September 27, 2012, 07:02:03 AM: I'm glad surgery went well
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: 01Lambiero on September 27, 2012, 10:37:07 AM: Isaiah 26:3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

My prayers continue for your family and little one. Jim
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on January 11, 2013, 07:36:57 PM: Mitch how are ya doing man? Hope everything is okay.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on January 11, 2013, 09:52:38 PM: Man I am doing good! Thanks for asking Tallon. My daughter is doing well too. Started school again on the 6th. We are all excited to be getting back into some sort of norm. Its been a very trying year. But God is good!

Got into my shop these past few weeks to find that termites have really tore into one wall and roof structure. I have a huge leak and its been raining almost constantly for a few weeks now. I have to get that under control now and then its back to the Lambo. I'm itching to put my hands on it after all this time.

Trust me guys.....I'm not quitting! I've come too far to give up now. I hope to get some work on it next week starting Monday. Thats the goal. Last I messed with it, I was finishing up the mechanics inside the doors and bonding the inner and outer door shells. The front clip is ready for paint. The rear quarters are prepped. I just have to float in the doors and finish prep on the rear bumper and engine lid. I really hope to finish up body work in the next few weeks and prime this thing. I can hardly wait to paint it and see what I have.

Thanks for the support friends! I'll be back and posting soon.
Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on January 11, 2013, 10:21:20 PM: That was a quick response! lol
I was starting to worry for a second there, glad to hear everything is good
You're still waaay ahead of me
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: 01Lambiero on January 11, 2013, 10:27:56 PM: Thanks, MDM for the excellent news. The One who knows you best, loves you the most!!

Jim
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: notnilc20 on January 11, 2013, 11:53:58 PM: Good to hear from you again and even better that your daughter had a successful surgery. Can't wait for more updates and termites are a beach!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 11, 2013, 03:06:49 PM: Hey everyone! Been working on my car pretty steady for that last 2 weeks or so. Got a lot done. ::bounce

Ive got the body about 95% completed. Body is final mounted to the frame. Doors inner and outer are bonded and finished up. I've been working the body imperfections and blocking in the doors and bumpers to correct all the gaps. Got the windshield pillars to finish up on.....I separated the upper and lower part of the pillars to make the correct OEM look for the roadster. Now I have to make all that work. Plus...I finished up all the engine and electrical connections. Fuel fill is now routed and functional along with the fuel door hinged. Now I can put gas into it in the correct place without a long pipe and funnel to the tank. Since the body is down and fitted...I finished up the Borla exhaust system too. Its all clean and mounted up. Got it running again today and made a vid of how It sounds. I know its a 4cyl. But I think it sounds pretty good. Its all stainless Borla without the cats. Resonating twin tips finish it up.

I'll be posting pics soon when I fill prime. Then one more block down after that.....and ready for paint and interior. I can hardly wait.

Heres the video link

http://youtu.be/TF2mAAohBEg (http://youtu.be/TF2mAAohBEg)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: No Bull on September 11, 2013, 03:25:55 PM: It's looking and sounding good Mitch.

Just need a good roadster engine cover and you'll be in business.

Keep the pictures and video's coming.

Chris
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: autopro on September 11, 2013, 04:05:55 PM: Love the car it's looking really good Mitch.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: BigPines on September 11, 2013, 04:06:52 PM: I think it sounds great for a 4-banger! Great job!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: notnilc20 on September 11, 2013, 05:37:48 PM: Sounds pretty good especially for a 4 banger. Congrats. Also what diameter tips do you have there?? Last but not least, welcome back!!!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 11, 2013, 06:02:47 PM: Quote from: notnilc20 on September 11, 2013, 05:37:48 PM
Sounds pretty good especially for a 4 banger. Congrats. Also what diameter tips do you have there?? Last but not least, welcome back!!!
They are oval 3.5 x 4 x 12.

Thanks. I didn't think it sounded bad at all for a 4 cyl. Was scared I'd get that ricer sound. But these are deep and loud when need to be. The larger headers and short intake helped alot. It revs up with quick response compared to stock.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on September 11, 2013, 09:49:17 PM: Think it sounds great
I knew you didn't quit Glad to see progress Great job so far Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 12, 2013, 01:47:35 PM: My new rims are in and I am so excited. They look amazing. Savini's 3pc wheel.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7673.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7673.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7674.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7674.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7676.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7676.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7684.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7684.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: italianknightrider on September 12, 2013, 04:13:13 PM: Great Sound ....post a link to the resonators
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 12, 2013, 05:11:03 PM: Search for: Borla 20250 Rolled Resonated Exhaust Tip. Thats the style I used. There is also the Round angle back tips. Same sound: Borla 20248 Single Round Rolled Angel Cut Resonated Exhaust Tip

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/BorlaOval.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/BorlaOval.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Borlaround.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Borlaround.jpg.html)

The resonator is from a viper. Used part. They are dual on the viper. I just used one inline. Dont know the part number. I got it on eBay used.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on September 12, 2013, 05:20:08 PM: Are you still painting the car green?
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 12, 2013, 05:23:34 PM: Quote from: Tallon on September 12, 2013, 05:20:08 PM
Are you still painting the car green?

Yes....the rims where on a yellow Lambo. Im changing that over to green. May peel off the outer lip color. Not sure.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on September 16, 2013, 01:40:58 PM: Mitch! Glad to see your still at it. Car is looking great, can't wait to see it in color :) your so close!!!! Almost at the 3% we all dream of
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 16, 2013, 10:01:31 PM: Quote from: usmc_butler on September 16, 2013, 01:40:58 PM
Mitch! Glad to see your still at it. Car is looking great, can't wait to see it in color :) your so close!!!! Almost at the 3% we all dream of

Awesome support. Thanks guys.

Ok....so today I received my coil over struts. They are Nex products. Awesome feature is that the The NEX Type kit has all the features of a racing coilover without the harsh ride. They are designed to allow the vehicle to be lowered without affecting shock stroke or spring preload. This is done by seperating the spring preload adjustment from the ride height adjustment. The spindle Mounting bracket is threaded and adjustable. The ride quality is not affected by ride height! Adjustment range is from 1.5"-3.5". They really look nice. This should give me a good quality ride with the lowered suspension.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7712.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7712.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7713.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7713.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: italianknightrider on September 16, 2013, 11:13:19 PM: Dang ,really nice struts , & wheels ,my friend want to know how much you want for the other wheels for his IKR670 Roadster build !!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: CCIE on September 17, 2013, 12:05:31 AM: Quote from: MDMurcy2 on September 16, 2013, 10:01:31 PM
Quote from: usmc_butler on September 16, 2013, 01:40:58 PM
Mitch! Glad to see your still at it. Car is looking great, can't wait to see it in color :) your so close!!!! Almost at the 3% we all dream of

Awesome support. Thanks guys.

Ok....so today I received my coil over struts. They are Nex products. Awesome feature is that the The NEX Type kit has all the features of a racing coilover without the harsh ride. They are designed to allow the vehicle to be lowered without affecting shock stroke or spring preload. This is done by seperating the spring preload adjustment from the ride height adjustment. The spindle Mounting bracket is threaded and adjustable. The ride quality is not affected by ride height! Adjustment range is from 1.5"-3.5". They really look nice. This should give me a good quality ride with the lowered suspension.

([url]http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7712.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7712.jpg.html[/url]) ([url]http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7713.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7713.jpg.html[/url])

Wow Beautiful Shocks and struts.... If I recall you are building this on a MR2.... Are these beauties available for a 87 Fiero with a 88 rear engine cradle....
What would you all suggest for 88 Fiero rear struts upgrade and 87 Fiero shocks upgrade for the front. I am getting a v8 engine transplant on my Roadster now so I might as well get them upgraded. Any advise is greatly appreciated

Thanks
CCIE
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 17, 2013, 08:05:58 PM: Working on my tail lights. Getting the wiring set up. Heres a few pics and a vid of what I have so far. The turn signal turned out too weak. Getting Brighter LED's for it. Will post an update when I get that. But for now....I like the way it turned out. The First pic is the brake lights. The second pic is the night time running lights. See the video for how it works so far.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7720.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7720.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7722.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7722.jpg.html)

http://youtu.be/IRZAAdTlZKo (http://youtu.be/IRZAAdTlZKo)

Thanks for checking it out.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: notnilc20 on September 17, 2013, 08:37:19 PM: Those brake lights turned out nice!! Love how the running lights look. Keep it up my friend!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 17, 2013, 09:17:55 PM: (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7712.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7712.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7713.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7713.jpg.html)
[/quote]

Wow Beautiful Shocks and struts.... If I recall you are building this on a MR2.... Are these beauties available for a 87 Fiero with a 88 rear engine cradle....
What would you all suggest for 88 Fiero rear struts upgrade and 87 Fiero shocks upgrade for the front. I am getting a v8 engine transplant on my Roadster now so I might as well get them upgraded. Any advise is greatly appreciated

Thanks
CCIE

[/quote]

CCIE....Thanks for the compliment. I really like them. And yes...this is on an MR2. I don't really know whats available for the Fiero. But heres a link to the site I found mine on. Its easy to navigate and they have alot of other available coil over suspensions from different manufacturers. Check it out. Sorry I couldn't be of more help. Hope you find what you are looking for. This NEX product was really cool cause it separates the spring and shock from the spindle mount allowing the vehicle to be lowered without affecting ride quality. Thats the main reason I picked this one. A guy in my town has them on his Slammed MR2 and it still rides great. I hope it does the same for my build.

Heres the Link: http://www.prostreetonline.com/psm/suspension.asp (http://www.prostreetonline.com/psm/suspension.asp)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 17, 2013, 09:27:42 PM: Quote from: italianknightrider on September 16, 2013, 11:13:19 PM
Dang ,really nice struts , & wheels ,my friend want to know how much you want for the other wheels for his IKR670 Roadster build !!

I am selling them. If anyone is interested. They have never been on the road except around the block a few times, So less thank 5 miles of use for sure. The front is 18 x 8 and the rears are 20 x 10. The tires are Falken and are really nice as well. I will clean them up and post a pic. Rims, tires, and emblems I made came to just under 2k new. Message me if you would like a price or if you want to make an offer. Shipping is usually about $50/rim ups. Depends on location. Let me know....

Thanks
Mitch.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 19, 2013, 06:30:29 PM: Got my new adapters in today. Tried out the rims for the first time. I really love them. Think I'm gonna pick the front up about 1.5" and level it out. Plus that will give me some better clearance. Still working the body.....SO CLOSE!

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/photo9-2.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/photo9-2.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: No Bull on September 19, 2013, 06:34:43 PM: Looking really good Mitch! Those rims really look nice and I agree that the front end should be picked up a little.

What have you decided to do for the engine cover?

Chris
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: autopro on September 19, 2013, 06:50:12 PM: Your body lines are starting to look good, keep it up. You should be in paint in no time.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: exoticse on September 19, 2013, 07:38:54 PM: Quote from: MDMurcy2 on September 19, 2013, 06:30:29 PM
Got my new adapters in today. Tried out the rims for the first time. I really love them. Think I'm gonna pick the front up about 1.5" and level it out. Plus that will give me some better clearance. Still working the body.....SO CLOSE!

([url]http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/photo9-2.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/photo9-2.jpg.html[/url])

My God that is beautiful ! Those wheels are absolutely drop dead gorgeous, WOW !!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 19, 2013, 09:39:04 PM: Quote from: No Bull on September 19, 2013, 06:34:43 PM
Looking really good Mitch! Those rims really look nice and I agree that the front end should be picked up a little.

What have you decided to do for the engine cover?

Chris

I've decided to hold up on the engine cover. As soon as I spent this money and began to work hard on the car again.....my girl's health issues changed again. Unfortunately, Life doesn't always agree with our plans and definitely knows how to throw our budgets into complete chaos. But Im not giving up! This car will be completed.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on September 20, 2013, 08:27:45 AM: Mitch, wheels look fantastic as do the body lines, as stated above your doing great work :drool ! Glad to see you sticking with it, I hope things get better with your daughter, sending prayers your families way ::salute

Dustin
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 21, 2013, 11:32:25 AM: Quote from: usmc_butler on September 20, 2013, 08:27:45 AM
Mitch, wheels look fantastic as do the body lines, as stated above your doing great work :drool ! Glad to see you sticking with it, I hope things get better with your daughter, sending prayers your families way ::salute

Dustin

Thanks Dustin and all you others that are sending your support and prayers. It means alot to me.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 21, 2013, 12:28:21 PM: SO....Ended up raining most of the day yesterday. I don't like spreading fillers when the humidity is so bad. Thats Louisiana though.

Spent most of the day fiber glassing the windshield pillar. I separated the pillar on the door to help make this roadster look more like the OEM. Took alot of trial and error to get the windshield to fit and get the door to open while still leaving a small gap in between the upper and lower part. Took most of the day to finish up. Did both sides today....so finished up a major hurdle. This was the inner door piece.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3839-1.png) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3839-1.png.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3840.png) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3840.png.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3841.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3841.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3843.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_3843.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 21, 2013, 12:28:48 PM: This was finishing up on the outer skin and working the fitment. When painted, I will be doin the windshield frame in Satin black and the triangle area of the Mirror mount in gloss black. Thats why I set the lines off in this set up. It was too bulky looking when I matched up the lines. I wanted a more sleek upper post.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/IMG_7646.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/IMG_7646.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/IMG_7654.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/IMG_7654.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/IMG_7652.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/IMG_7652.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/IMG_7759.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/IMG_7759.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: LamboJayso on September 21, 2013, 06:05:20 PM: Looking good Mitch, I like the fact that you're making the door pillar/A-pillar like OEM. You know what door glasses you're using?
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 21, 2013, 06:28:17 PM: Quote from: LamboJayso on September 21, 2013, 06:05:20 PM
Looking good Mitch, I like the fact that you're making the door pillar/A-pillar like OEM. You know what door glasses you're using?

Hello there my friend. Good to hear from you.
I've chosen not to do windows on this build. I will set up the openings with trim and seals like it was there.....but I opted not to do it. Its a roadster, and in my opinion, I dont ever plan to bring this out in any kind of inclement weather. It doesnt get very cold here but for more than a few days here. Most days form Fall through spring are awesome "top down" convertible kinda days. I am building a rag top roadster cover for it's top, for those days when the sun in just relentless mid summer, but otherwise I plan on enjoying it as an open top roadster.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: No Bull on September 21, 2013, 08:54:58 PM: Sorry to hear about your daughters health problems returning. :(

The car is looking great and I have no doubts that you'll be finishing this one.

Chris
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 23, 2013, 11:12:18 AM: Home alone this weekend. Spent some time changing out the new Coil overs. Fairly simple install. Setting the height took a few tries. In the front, I couldn't reach the top bolt of the strut from inside. I didn't want to remove the body....So I had to cut a small section out at the windshield. Very minor cut so wont be much to repair. Well worth the work.

These are the Rear:

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7762.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7762.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7763.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7763.jpg.html)

This is the front:

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7764.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7764.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7765.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7765.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7766.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7766.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on September 23, 2013, 11:19:00 AM: This is the new ride height. Gonna take some getting used to. The stance I had before looked great, but was not practical without some sort of lift. I raised the front 1.5". The rear stayed the same. Took it around the block a few time just now. Dang...it Rides so nice now! OH....and It was kinda fun turning heads too! Had to laugh out loud at a few of em. I know their necks must be sore now. LOL.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7767.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7767.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7768.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7768.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 08, 2013, 09:17:58 PM: Got to working on my Engine Lid. Dang this piece is messed up from CKI. First I had to re-cut all the vent holes to make them symmetrical and straight. Fitting my OEM grilles showed me how bad off this part is. I've decided not to use the OEM grilles in this part. I will keep them for later and save up my money for the OEM replica lid. But....I will continue to finish this part and fit some ABS honeycomb grille mesh instead. The only part I will use OEM is the Third brake light/grille. But that too didn't fit this lid. I had to add 1 3/4" of fiberglass to the top to get the correct shape. Then blocked it all in.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7791.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7791.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7793.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7793.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 08, 2013, 09:22:14 PM: The lid took a lot of skimming with body filler to get it straight. A lot of work. But will have to do for now. I finally got it done after countless hours of labor and ran a few good coats of filler primer to finish it off. Im pretty well satisfied with the results so far.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7867.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7867.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7860.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7860.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7870.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7870.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7868.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7868.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on October 09, 2013, 08:56:04 AM: WOW Mitch turned out GREAT ::beers Its even in black and looks good (being that black shows up everything)! Im gonna need to deliver my car to you for body work ::thumbup
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 09, 2013, 05:07:39 PM: Quote from: usmc_butler on October 09, 2013, 08:56:04 AM
WOW Mitch turned out GREAT ::beers Its even in black and looks good (being that black shows up everything)! Im gonna need to deliver my car to you for body work ::thumbup

LOL...Oh heck no. I dont mind body work...but this is a lot of labor. Yeah it looks good, but I blocked it down today and really straightened it up. Now it looks amazing. The black filler turns light gray when sanded so when using a good long block, the low spots show up really well. This is a high build PPG filler, Most of the imperfections were able to be blocked out. But I still had a little skimming to do to make it just right. I just finished up filler priming it a second time. This piece was the worst. Im sure hoping the car looks nice when I do it. WHICH BY THE WAY.....Im happy to say.....I'M 99% DONE WITH THE CAR!!!!!. I only have the rear diffuser to sand....and thats the 1%. Im headed to work for the next 7 days. I almost made it this week. So that means no filler prime this week. BUT....I will be filler priming next hitch off, God willing. Cant wait.

Mitch.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7879.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7879.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7880.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7880.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 09, 2013, 05:09:06 PM: (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7882.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7882.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7883.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7883.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7887.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7887.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: No Bull on October 09, 2013, 06:41:14 PM: The rear hatch is looking nice Mitch and I think you made a smart decision to save your OEM parts for one of the splashed OEM covers when the time is right. There is so much work required on the CKI panel to make it half way decent and then you'll always be wondering how long all of that filler and work underneath will hold up. Glad to see you keeping the project moving forward. ::thumbup

Chris
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on October 10, 2013, 09:36:12 AM: Wow perfect, we can all trust your body's finish will be top notch quality when done
I want an oem hatch as well, it would be a relief to have a nice solid part instead. Also having the oem hinge mount location
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 16, 2013, 03:15:59 PM: Thanks again guys for the compliments. I'm trying my best with what I have. Your support is always motivational.

My work hitch is over. So jumping back on the project with great anticipation. Looking over what I have one last time. I'm filler priming this car this week. Keeping my fingers crossed. Looking forward to seeing my project in one complete color.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 16, 2013, 03:23:27 PM: I want give a special thanks out to BLKBAT. My aluminum headlight rings came in this week. Oh wow....Is what I said. These parts are exceptional. The fit was great and the level of detail and perfection in the mill work is amazing. Definitely going to look amazing when looking into the headlight. Thanks again Jeff. Great work!

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7907.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7907.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7908.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7908.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7910.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7910.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7911.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7911.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on October 16, 2013, 03:53:02 PM: SWEET ::bounce!!! I cant wait to see it all one color either, then you can start on mine ::tongue
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: No Bull on October 16, 2013, 05:28:54 PM: No disappointments on those headlight rings and I'm glad someone else has had a chance to see them up close. Jeff really did an awesome job on them and I still can't believe how much material and time it takes to make a set. ::thumbup

Chris
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 18, 2013, 04:26:14 PM: Spent the last two days going over every inch of the build. Im well satisfied to this point. "A lot of work" is such an understatement. BUT.....Its ready for the next stage. Blew it off and wiped it down and corrected every little thing I could find. Pulled it out for some pics. This is the last time it will look like this! ::bounce

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7921.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7921.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7925.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7925.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7923.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7923.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7927.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7927.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 18, 2013, 04:26:41 PM: Heres a few more.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7930.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7930.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7919.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7919.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7940.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7940.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7938.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7938.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: BigPines on October 18, 2013, 04:35:27 PM: Congratulations! It looks amazing.

Edit: I have to tell you, I decided to re-read your entire build diary tonight. Thank you for taking the time to document it so well. It is very helpful. Your work is very impressive and inspirational. I can't wait to see the car in GREEN!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 19, 2013, 08:00:10 PM: Quote from: BigPines on October 18, 2013, 04:35:27 PM
Congratulations! It looks amazing.

Edit: I have to tell you, I decided to re-read your entire build diary tonight. Thank you for taking the time to document it so well. It is very helpful. Your work is very impressive and inspirational. I can't wait to see the car in GREEN!

Thanks alot BigPines.....wow, you read the whole thing. Thats awesome. Believe it or not....I just read the whole thing. Thinking back on all that work. Got it masked off today. Monday is the date! Fill primed and one color, cant hardly wait.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: exoticse on October 19, 2013, 10:50:52 PM: Mitch the car is amazing, awesome work. ::beers

Can i ask what state you are located in ? Florida here.

I would have loved to gotten some bodywork pointers watching you work.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: BigPines on October 20, 2013, 09:16:13 AM: Quote from: MDMurcy2 on October 19, 2013, 08:00:10 PM
Thanks alot BigPines.....wow, you read the whole thing. Thats awesome. Believe it or not....I just read the whole thing. Thinking back on all that work. Got it masked off today. Monday is the date! Fill primed and one color, cant hardly wait.
Yes, I had read the whole thing previously but after seeing how close you were, I thought I'd like to see the journey again. :) An awful lot of work. No doubt you learned a lot along the way. Thanks again for bringing the rest of us along.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 20, 2013, 10:03:01 AM: Quote from: exoticse on October 19, 2013, 10:50:52 PM

Mitch the car is amazing, awesome work. ::beers

Can i ask what state you are located in ? Florida here.

I would have loved to gotten some bodywork pointers watching you work.

Im in Louisiana bro. Thanks for the kind words. Believe me, this tests everything you know about bodywork. This work has me pulling my hair some days. But blocking down a black fill prime will definitely help get me closer. If anything else needs work, the black primer ought to show it up quickly. And if I have to do some individual panel re filler priming to make this just right, It should be alot easier. Im not painting till Im satisfied. Its taken this long to get here, whats the rush now!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: exoticse on October 21, 2013, 12:51:02 PM: Taken any walk around or driving
video ??
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 21, 2013, 01:06:01 PM: Not recently. When I thought of it yesterday, I had already taken it apart to start masking. In the shop right now. Sprayed the black on the trunk lid, front hood, Headlight buckets, Jambs, and tail light buckets. They look really nice so far. Continuing to mask off today for spray of the body tomorrow. When I put it all back together and black I will make some new vids I'm sure.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 21, 2013, 01:08:49 PM: Some quick pics of some of today's sprayed parts.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7950.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7950.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7951.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7951.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7953.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7953.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on October 21, 2013, 01:12:30 PM: Fantastic work ::toothy !!!! Keep it up ::headbang
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 22, 2013, 12:49:48 PM: Getting her ready! Just finished up masking off. Now I've got to take out everything in my shop. Sucks using your shop as your garage too! Wiping it down and getting ready to start filler priming.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7956.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7956.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7960.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7960.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7958.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7958.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on October 22, 2013, 02:52:49 PM: How do you keep dust and gnats from falling onto your painted parts? :\
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: satinta on October 22, 2013, 03:50:03 PM: I always give them a stern warning first..

Sorry, I had to.

Seriously, I just sand them out in the bodywork and paint the final color coats in the booth..
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 22, 2013, 05:05:42 PM: (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7983.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7983.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7979.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7979.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7978.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7978.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7988.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7988.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 22, 2013, 05:06:42 PM: Alright, I'm out of the shop and I am so excited! The car is primed and one color again. Im pretty happy with the results. A few pinholes and a little bit more blocking but otherwise, a huge leap forward!

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7962.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7962.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7971.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7971.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7977.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7977.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7965.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7965.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 22, 2013, 05:08:49 PM: (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7987.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7987.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7985.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7985.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7993.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7993.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7990.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7990.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7995.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_7995.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 22, 2013, 05:17:46 PM: Quote from: Tallon on October 22, 2013, 02:52:49 PM
How do you keep dust and gnats from falling onto your painted parts? :\

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/IMG_7997.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/IMG_7997.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/IMG_7998.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/IMG_7998.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 22, 2013, 06:10:28 PM: Quote from: Tallon on October 22, 2013, 02:52:49 PM
How do you keep dust and gnats from falling onto your painted parts? :\

Seriously though.....When I paint, I use plastic sheeting on the ceiling and walls. Then my filtered fans run to pull air into the room instead of pulling air out. I have 2 filters also cut into the walls to let the air and overspray out. My CFM's are greater into the room than out of the room, so the plastic sheeting acts like a bubble and expands out to the walls and ceiling. My air is filtered as it comes in and since I am in a bubble, the room is very clean. Plus, the positive pressure keeps bugs and dirt out. Only whats on the car and me is contaminated. I usually wet the floor as well. So a good blow and wipe of the car and a tyvek suit gets the job done. I get really clean home paint jobs this way, much cleaner than I used to when I had a cross draft booth. Whatever works. In some pics you can see remnants of the sheeting that tore from the staples I used to tack it up.

Hope you kinda understand all that.
Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: 6.0nut on October 22, 2013, 06:18:04 PM: AWESOME!!!!!!. cant wait to see the finished job.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: italianknightrider on October 22, 2013, 07:13:44 PM: WOW !! Nice job .... i know you are excited ,Congratulations on making it to the final Stages of completion.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on October 23, 2013, 06:44:50 AM: Car is looking amazing!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: IwantAMURCIE on October 23, 2013, 10:02:15 AM: ::bounce ::thumbup Nice Work!! Can't wait for the finished pics!!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 23, 2013, 01:12:31 PM: Put the hood, trunk lid, engine lid, and headlights back in. Now its out in the sun for some heat. Its the end of the seven days "off" for me so tomorrow I go back to work. Been a productive week and Im very satisfied. Next week, gonna start fitting and fabricating some interior panels. Thanks for all the wonderful compliments once again!

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8015.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8015.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8010.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8010.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8012.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8012.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8011.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8011.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8008.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8008.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: BigPines on October 23, 2013, 01:15:46 PM: Breathless....
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on October 23, 2013, 01:18:43 PM: Whoa I posted too soon, now THIS is amazing!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: tonypaul on October 23, 2013, 03:39:11 PM: did you not spray a coat of sealer on the body?
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 23, 2013, 05:23:49 PM: Quote from: tonypaul on October 23, 2013, 03:39:11 PM
did you not spray a coat of sealer on the body?

Yes, This is a PPG prime and seal. Reduced 3oz per quart as a sealer, Then sprayed 2 coats unreduced as fill prime. Used a 1.4 tip on my Iwata when sealing, but the unreduced required a 2.0. Made some orange peel, but sands easily. Wanted to use DuPont 1220S, but couldn't get it for less than around $300/kit. The 1220S Was my first choice as I dont shoot PPG products all too often. We use these at work on our composites on our Air Craft.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 31, 2013, 07:19:40 PM: Starting my week off now. Couldn't wait to get started. So this week I will be getting into the interior, finally. I have a lot of parts and I'm going to have to fab a few things as well. Should be interesting. I have never done interiors so fabricating the panels and trim ought to be challenging. My Fiance does upholstery but never done automotive. But a few samples she's done look great. I bought a new black carpet kit to fit the MR2 base. From there I just need the fillers. I already have my seats, steering wheel and gauges. Gotta clean up 2 years of soot and dust. Cant wait to get dirty! Keep posted.

I just downloaded a video to YouTube as well of a current walk around. Posting it as soon as it comes live.

Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 31, 2013, 07:50:58 PM: Just a quick walk around of my progress so far. Some of the "specks" seen are small pinholes the filler didn't cover over. I will have to find and fill these when blocking down for final paint. This is a real eye opener, finally getting a look at what it's really going to be like. I can hardly wait to finish. The noises you hear in the vid is because its raining outside, and the my roosters kept getting riled up for some reason.

http://youtu.be/hu1AZd2TXdU (http://youtu.be/hu1AZd2TXdU)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on November 01, 2013, 08:26:28 AM: lol I was trying to get my girlfriend to learn how to upholster so when I got to that point maybe I'd save some money
Don't think it's going to work out that way though

Looking great man, everything looks to be lined up perfectly too!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on November 01, 2013, 05:51:07 PM: Long day today....got a lot done. What a mess! Two years of fabrication and sitting in the shop takes a lot of time to clean out. Think I wore out my shop vac. The dash was so full of soot, water and soap didn't do the job. Had to solvent wipe it...it came clean with some effort. Looks like new again. Well, got my carpet kit in finally. Hard to find a black carpet kit for the MR2. They all came in blue or red or light gray. Very few came with black interiors. Also got my seats out of storage. Built them back up and installed them to see how things fit. I also started using black paper back foam board to start creating some filler trim parts. This is gonna be fun for a while. Something different. Got my door cards cleaned up as well. Gonna modify them significantly. Pics later on that. Things look good so far.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8051.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8051.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8056.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8056.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8058.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8058.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8062.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8062.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on November 01, 2013, 05:53:19 PM: (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8065.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8065.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8068.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8068.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8074.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8074.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8085.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8085.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on November 01, 2013, 05:55:14 PM: My fiance' wanted to take a ride. So we cleaned up and went round the block a few times. Starting to look like something.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8084.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8084.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: BigPines on November 01, 2013, 06:09:37 PM: Every time I see this car it looks so much better. Thanks for sharing! This has really come together fast. You are creating this itch in all of us to get cranking on our projects.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on November 01, 2013, 06:21:25 PM: Quote from: BigPines on November 01, 2013, 06:09:37 PM
Every time I see this car it looks so much better. Thanks for sharing! This has really come together fast. You are creating this itch in all of us to get cranking on our projects.

Thanks, Thats a good itch kinda thing.....It would awesome to ride these cars together someday!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: BigPines on November 01, 2013, 06:25:40 PM: It definitely would. I am a LONG ways off from that yet. *sigh*
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on November 04, 2013, 08:12:08 PM: Since installing the seats, I didn't like the height the seat headrests were at. They were 4 inches above the rear "humps" on the body. A few guys also politely commented the same. The custom mounting bracket I ordered for the seats didn't take height into consideration. Guessed it didn't make a difference inside the cabin of a stock MR2. The rear mounts were set in a way that added 2 1/4" to the height. I cut these off and redesigned the mounting point to allow the rear of the seat to sit all the way down. After cutting and literally beating down the rear mounting location of the MR2's floor board, I got a little better than 3" height taken off, about 3 1/4". Looks alot better. I also fitted my interior panels this weekend closing off the voids between the body and the sub frame. Used black paper backed 1/4" foam board to cut my templates. Only thing left is the center console, which I intend to finish tomorrow. Heres a couple of pics of the lowered seats. Any Input would be appreciated on the new height.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8111.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8111.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8112.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/IMG_8112.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: No Bull on November 04, 2013, 09:24:56 PM: I think you got the height of the seats right. One suggestion would be to take your seats to somewhere that does custom embroidery and see what they'd charge you to stitch the logo into them (a nice touch). You may have mentioned this before, but what type of rubber seal did you use for your doors?

Thanks,

Chris
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on November 04, 2013, 10:01:18 PM: Quote from: No Bull on November 04, 2013, 09:24:56 PM
I think you got the height of the seats right. One suggestion would be to take your seats to somewhere that does custom embroidery and see what they'd charge you to stitch the logo into them (a nice touch). You may have mentioned this before, but what type of rubber seal did you use for your doors?

Thanks,

Chris

Yeah...that would be nice. Specially if I got it in the lime green to match the exterior. Nice suggestion. I have the embroidered patches with the carbon fiber material inside. Looks nice but its yellow/gold like the Lambo emblems. But green would be an awesome touch.

I used a trim like this. Got it off a 2012 sequoia at pull apart salvage. Didn't have a pic so drew it out. It has a flap on the inside about 1/2". Covers the edge of interior trim. So it helps forgive any gaps that aren't perfect. Looks nice on my templates. All I have to do is dismantle and start fitting the leather. Only thing....The weather strip makes my doors a little tight. I was told if I clamp them with a straight edge and use a heat gun on them I can compress the bulb part a little. Anybody done this?

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Email%20photos/5002075.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Email%20photos/5002075.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: No Bull on November 04, 2013, 10:12:38 PM: Thanks for the picture and information Mitch.. very helpful.

Thanks,

Chris
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on November 09, 2013, 10:16:01 PM: SO, again, Im venturing forward into something I have never done. lol.

I have finished most of my interior panels, some fiberglass, some plastic, some wood panels as well. Heres the help I need.

In order to Leather over some of the panels, how does the panel need to be finished along the edges for a clean look. Most panels are about 1/4" thick. Do you just fold over the leather and attach it to the back. Is a sown seam line needed along the edge for a better "roll" over the corners or edges. OR....is it best to round out the edges of the panel first. Also, what type of backing/filler are some of you using behind the leather to make it "spongy". Is it just foam or is there another type of backing between the panel and leather. I don't want it thick, but I don't want it just hard and glued to the panel. I've never done this, so I don't know. My fiance does a lot of upholstery, but has never done automotive, mostly just furniture and clothes. So she is used to thick foams or sponge or cotton batting. I want it to look as professional as possible by automotive standards and not just some cheap "backyard" job. Any pics of some of your work would definitely give me pointers. Especially when I get to the door cards. That will be a big challenge I'm sure.

Thanks guys for any help you can throw my way.
Mitch.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: AdrianBurton on November 13, 2013, 09:01:01 AM: on your hard panels you can use closed cell foam 1/8th" thick should do the trick, it isnt a requirement to round the edge especially if you use the foam, and you should wrap the leather around the edge (to the backside) and glue down
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 01, 2013, 06:01:25 PM: Been so busy, sorry I haven't posted in a while.

UPDATE:

Body work is complete. Painting is in progress. May throw in a few sneak peaks soon. Will post full pic layout of painting when done. Gotta say......She's looking awesome so far! Cant wait to share it with you guys.....very soon. Lots of details to take care of here before I show her off again.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: jason5499 on December 05, 2013, 02:34:34 AM: How about that sneak peek!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: 1sicklambo on December 10, 2013, 03:35:31 PM: any updates on the paint??
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 10, 2013, 08:13:45 PM: Quote from: 1sicklambo on December 10, 2013, 03:35:31 PM
any updates on the paint??

Im at work this week. When I get off on Friday, I will get back to work on finishing up the painting. The Green at least. Still going to have the gloss and flat black to do. Im getting things together as fast as I can so I can post some pics ASAP. Thanks for the interest. SOON! I promise.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 16, 2013, 06:16:05 PM: Promised a sneak peek! Heres a couple items to show the color.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/20131216_172621.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/20131216_172621.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/20131216_172548.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/20131216_172548.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: No Bull on December 16, 2013, 06:22:02 PM: Now that's what I call GREEN! ::thumbup

Chris
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: autopro on December 16, 2013, 06:36:25 PM: Looking good Mitch!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on December 16, 2013, 07:01:49 PM: Nice!!! I like
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: LamboJayso on December 16, 2013, 07:24:40 PM: That's crazy! I'm on the fence with either painting mine orange or white again. (I love white cars with black wheels) What was the purpose of going with the black primer again instead of the traditional grey? So you could see any imperfections better? Is this a 2 stage or 3 stage paint job?
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: 1sicklambo on December 16, 2013, 07:32:41 PM: We want more, we want more
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Digibeam on December 16, 2013, 08:26:13 PM: That is Solid! nice green !!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: notnilc20 on December 16, 2013, 08:30:29 PM: That's gonna look good Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 16, 2013, 09:05:02 PM: Quote from: LamboJayso on December 16, 2013, 07:24:40 PM
That's crazy! I'm on the fence with either painting mine orange or white again. (I love white cars with black wheels) What was the purpose of going with the black primer again instead of the traditional grey? So you could see any imperfections better? Is this a 2 stage or 3 stage paint job?

The black primer was a high build surfacer at 5 to 7 mils/coat. I could have it mixed any color I wanted....I chose the black to also get away from that dang gray I've been seeing for so long! Was refreshing and motivating. Yes indeed, the black also helped to show imperfections. Plus it turned a pale gray when sanded so also made for an excellent guide coat while sanding. This is a pearl green with Gold and lime pearls in the clear. Sweet flip in the sunlight.

Working late in the shop tonight getting the body ready for some black. Again....I'll keep posting sneak peaks till its ready. Soon guys! Thanks for all the compliments!

Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Texas on December 16, 2013, 09:12:39 PM: ::thumbup A+ bud it looks great.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 16, 2013, 11:26:11 PM: Quote from: LamboJayso on December 16, 2013, 07:24:40 PM
That's crazy! I'm on the fence with either painting mine orange or white again. (I love white cars with black wheels) What was the purpose of going with the black primer again instead of the traditional grey? So you could see any imperfections better? Is this a 2 stage or 3 stage paint job?

OH....and by the way......Go ORANGE. Lambo's orange is amazing! The pearls in it are outstanding!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: LP640 on December 17, 2013, 01:39:09 AM: looks good man!, im more of a low profile type, going for white and black wheels ;)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: armyman on December 17, 2013, 11:04:54 AM: Looking good, I would like to see it in person. ::rocker
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: rotarycraig on December 17, 2013, 12:20:54 PM: Man, That DOES look good. Ugh, Tax time come soon!!! I need to order my kit. hahaha. Bro you ahve been doing some great work here. Making me consider a MR2 donor, hehehe.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 17, 2013, 01:32:42 PM: Quote from: armyman on December 17, 2013, 11:04:54 AM
Looking good, I would like to see it in person. ::rocker

Anytime you are down here....let me know. I work 7 and 7 schedule so I'm off 50 percent of the time. lol. I am in Broussard, La. Just out of Lafayette. PM'd you as well.

Thanks.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 17, 2013, 01:39:22 PM: Quote from: rotarycraig on December 17, 2013, 12:20:54 PM
Man, That DOES look good. Ugh, Tax time come soon!!! I need to order my kit. hahaha. Bro you ahve been doing some great work here. Making me consider a MR2 donor, hehehe.

Thanks bro, glad to be a part of anyone's inspiration. Only thing I'll say about the doner, Fiero, MR2 or other......None will make the job easier or harder. Its a lot of work and long days and nights trying to figure things out. Lots of guys working Fiero re-bodies......so.....lots of help and advice. Not so many MR2 builds in the states.....so help and advice is sometimes limited. Not to discourage in any way.....just saying.

Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: armyman on December 17, 2013, 01:44:39 PM: Did not recieve PM, but its all good, I will plan a time with you after the holidays to check it out.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 18, 2013, 09:36:46 PM: Been really busy with this project. Cant wait to show it when all the painting is complete. But.....I promised some teaser pics!!!! Heres a few more pics of when I had it in for the painting of the base color. These pics were getting it ready to mask off for sealer. My daughter helped me alot throughout the whole process.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131217_101609.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131217_101609.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131217_105607.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131217_105607.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131217_105630.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131217_105630.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131217_190815.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131217_190815.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 18, 2013, 09:39:33 PM: Masked off and ready to seal. Used DuPont prime and seal epoxy, tinted yellow, helped hide the black a little better.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115722.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115722.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115709.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115709.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115647.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115647.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115748.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115748.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Robert on December 18, 2013, 09:52:40 PM: Quote from: MDMurcy2 on December 18, 2013, 09:39:33 PM
Masked off and ready to seal. Used DuPont prime and seal epoxy, tinted yellow, helped hide the black a little better.

([url]http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115722.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115722.jpg.html[/url]) ([url]http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115709.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115709.jpg.html[/url]) ([url]http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115647.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115647.jpg.html[/url]) ([url]http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115748.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_115748.jpg.html[/url])
Looks great!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 18, 2013, 10:02:32 PM: OK....So I know alot of you guys have been waiting to see my color on my car. I'm not coming out with it yet....but here's a heck of a teaser set of pics. Painted Lime, but alot of other colors and things to do before I show her off again in full view. Let your imagination fill in the rest.......Hope you enjoy.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_164534.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_164534.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161706.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161706.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161516.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161516.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 18, 2013, 10:04:03 PM: Ok....here's some more!

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161358.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161358.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161646.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161646.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_164503.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_164503.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 18, 2013, 10:05:34 PM: A few more....almost done!

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161635.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161635.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161759.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161759.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161307.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161307.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 18, 2013, 10:08:12 PM: Last set......Last one is started to unmask. The black on the diffuser is not painted yet......its the black primer....but looks good and gets you an idea of what it will look like.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161552.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161552.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161747.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_161747.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_195057.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131218_195057.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: SchulzeA on December 18, 2013, 10:16:07 PM: :drool
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: notnilc20 on December 18, 2013, 10:37:06 PM: Yay!! That is looking awesome!! Gonna be real fun to drive that car.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: italianknightrider on December 18, 2013, 11:36:55 PM: your paint skills are fantastic !! Loud colors sell fast ,if you ever want to sell it, Wow sweet job
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on December 19, 2013, 02:07:12 AM: Wow Mitch :notworthy! So many words to say how perfect this looks, you body lines are tight and straight, all the openings and gaps are accurate, paint laid out flawless :drool! Wow just wow! Fantastic job ::)

::LAMBO2
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: No Bull on December 19, 2013, 03:13:42 AM: I'm in total agreement with Dustin on this one, the lines are razor sharp which is a testament to your skills and hard work that went into this car. The only problem I see with that color is possibly not being noticed when you drive it and blending in with other cars. LOL! :LL:

Awesome job Mitch, you should be proud brother!

Chris
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: eddie on December 19, 2013, 05:05:51 AM: nice job on the body work!! A1
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: String on December 19, 2013, 05:11:52 AM: To echo the previous comments , looks absolutely bang on ,can't help but be impressed. ::salute
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Purple LP670 SV on December 19, 2013, 08:11:56 AM: Fancy Sauce!!!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Purple LP670 SV on December 19, 2013, 08:17:45 AM: :notworthy A CKI kit can look that good!!! Speechless!!! WOW!!! Stupendous!!! Neato!!! Super Duper!!! You get the hint!!! :notworthy
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: autopro on December 19, 2013, 08:42:22 AM: Awesome job my friend, very well done!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on December 19, 2013, 08:58:04 AM: Couldn't imagine it looking this good. WOW!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 19, 2013, 10:13:40 AM: Quote from: No Bull on December 19, 2013, 03:13:42 AM
The only problem I see with that color is possibly not being noticed when you drive it and blending in with other cars. LOL! :LL:

Awesome job Mitch, you should be proud brother!

Chris

Ha....really did laugh out loud to this one. Yeah....really wanted that color that would slip through traffic unnoticed. Dont really like a lot of attention. W:)

Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 19, 2013, 10:20:41 AM: Wow guys! So encouraging to wake up and see so many of your compliments this morning. Thanks so much....All of you. It's all of you guys that have inspired me and motivated me to work so hard for this. Remember that!

The pictures dont do it justice....it's so dull in the pictures. It is sooooooo much brighter in person....trust me. I guess that's why you guys dont see the flaws. I've already nit picked it enough and had to repaint many panels from these pics. there were a lot of pin holes from the fiberglass and filler that I had missed. The lines did come out great though, I even must admit. Cant wait to show you guys some more.....SOON! I promise.

Thanks again for your encouragement and support!
Mitch.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Texas on December 19, 2013, 10:31:07 AM: Sweet. The car looks great. This is what happens when you put time into preparation. ::thumbup
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: LamboJayso on December 19, 2013, 04:38:19 PM: This is why we build these cars, to reach this stage we're we can finally enjoy it. Anything short would just be a pure waste of time. Can't wait to see it rimmed up and a video of it driving down the road!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: LP640 on December 19, 2013, 08:43:41 PM: Nice paint job, What size are those rear spacers, and where did you get them if you dont mind.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on December 19, 2013, 10:54:45 PM: Quote from: LP640 on December 19, 2013, 08:43:41 PM
Nice paint job, What size are those rear spacers, and where did you get them if you dont mind.

Those spacers in the rear are only for my mock up. When I ordered the rims I started with....I measured from my friends Mercy1 car. And at that, not fully understanding yet what I needed....I ordered 3" spacers to fit the rims I chose. The guy that cut my spacers had a set that was messed up and the set I purchased. In total...the spacers are 2 ... 3" spacers on each side to make the rims fit. Total of 6" of spacer.....TOTALLY UNSAFE....So I've been using them only for the mock up and show while I built the car. Thats why I bought a new set of rims with a much deeper negative offset.

The guy is Fred Goeske. Heres his website. http://www.wheeladapter.com/index.php (http://www.wheeladapter.com/index.php)

This guy builds top notch spacers and adapters fit for very high performance rods and customs. He's been in the drag racing business for decades and really knows what he is doing. He will call you personally and talk to you over the phone after you've sent him your specs on his online quote form. I think the biggest he goes is 3 1/2" spacer. He is very nice guy and I have purchased many sets of spacers from him over the last 8 years or so with no problems or craftsmanship issues. Not the cheapest....but very fair and quick manufacturing times and delivery.

Hope this helps you.

Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: BigPines on December 20, 2013, 09:44:46 AM: I too am very impressed that a CKI body can look this good. I love the color myself. It has always been at the top of my list. Great job! I can't wait to see it finished.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on January 17, 2014, 10:19:42 PM: I've been very busy working on my car. I've got a lot of the interior work already started. I have finished my headlight buckets and tail light assemblies. Also finished up my mirrors. Just been really busy trying to get this car finished up. Got a lot of pics to show really soon. BUT.....I wasn't exactly happy with the first paint job. I had some pinholes and small imperfections I just couldn't live with....So, Last week I took the time to re sand the entire car and re-masked it all and painted it a second time. This time I can truly say I am excited and satisfied with the finish. I will cut and polish the paint to perfection later but for now I can sleep well knowing the flaws are fixed. I posted a quick vid on YouTube of the second paint job. Soon, I will start posting the finishing of the project.

Mitch

MDMurcy2: Sneak peak of my Murcielago paint work. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAzCIbMW9BQ#noexternalembed-ws)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: LamboJayso on January 17, 2014, 11:22:27 PM: Perfectionist! Was it hard getting your coverage down in certain areas like where the rocker meets the scoop?
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on January 18, 2014, 06:11:27 AM: Quote from: LamboJayso on January 17, 2014, 11:22:27 PM
Perfectionist! Was it hard getting your coverage down in certain areas like where the rocker meets the scoop?

It wasn't my favorite area to get to. That's why I separated those areas this time around. Was much easier to spray the body and just concentrate on that alone. Then I masked it off and concentrated on rockers and bumpers individually.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: BigPines on January 18, 2014, 10:23:08 AM: Looks amazing. This is one of my favorite G28s. All the attention to detail is paying off!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on February 06, 2014, 04:59:20 PM: Just a quick update to my diary. Posted my vid of the repaint last week. Heres a few pics of it.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140114_210530.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140114_210530.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140114_210541.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140114_210541.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140114_210624.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140114_210624.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140114_210645.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140114_210645.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on February 06, 2014, 05:01:03 PM: (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140115_182337.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140115_182337.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140115_182348.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140115_182348.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140115_182439.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140115_182439.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140115_182453.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140115_182453.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140115_182516.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140115_182516.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140115_182529.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140115_182529.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on February 06, 2014, 05:04:26 PM: I've also spent some time getting the black areas done. Masked off and painted the gloss black. Im probably going to repaint it as well. Black really shows the mistakes so Gonna get it right the second time. Not gonna loose sleep over this one.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131230_204030.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131230_204030.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131231_112808.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131231_112808.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131231_170627.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131231_170627.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131231_170853.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131231_170853.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131231_170636.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131231_170636.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on February 06, 2014, 05:05:34 PM: (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140101_161551.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140101_161551.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140101_115223.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140101_115223.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140101_161521.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140101_161521.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: usmc_butler on February 06, 2014, 05:08:56 PM: :drool stunning Mitch :notworthy
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on February 06, 2014, 05:43:45 PM: Still have the Flat black to paint on the headrest area and underneath of the windshield post. Got my mirrors done too. Slipped them on for a quick look but forgot to take pics. Looked sweet with them on.

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/20140206_172313_resized.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/20140206_172313_resized.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140206_172128.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20140206_172128.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Purple LP670 SV on February 06, 2014, 06:31:38 PM: Yes Yes Yes!!! Ubber Nice!!!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: BigPines on February 06, 2014, 07:15:11 PM: Wow man. Gorgeous! Very well done!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Fatboyslim on February 06, 2014, 09:06:43 PM: Darn it! i knew i should have stayed in high school! ::study Looks awesome!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: notnilc20 on February 06, 2014, 09:09:46 PM: Pure awesomness. Have you decided what you'll do with mounting the mirrors (glass) on your side mirror assemblies?

Wow......that green is just too cool!!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on February 06, 2014, 09:51:52 PM: Quote from: notnilc20 on February 06, 2014, 09:09:46 PM
Pure awesomness. Have you decided what you'll do with mounting the mirrors (glass) on your side mirror assemblies?

Wow......that green is just too cool!!

Yeah man, I'm really loving this green. It flips and changes color in every light. Looks amazing in person. Thanks for the great support again guys.

As for the mirrors, I am using the MR2 original mirrors parts to make up the mechanics of it. I have mirrors cut to the shape required and will just be bonding them over the plastic plate the MR2's mirror was mounted on. Not sure yet if I will have to cut out the inside of the mirror though. But if I do and some part of that shows, I will just outline the inside of the mirror's edge about 1/2" or so, leaving a gloss black edge. Then just repaint the inner area in Flat black. Should be any easy fix if I should have to cut out the inside.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on February 07, 2014, 11:00:29 AM: Wow I wish my side mirrors looked like that! It seems impossible to get them to an even shape all around the mirror edge, too complex of a part for me I guess. Maybe when you're finished your car... ::study

I'm wondering how those wheels would look in black on the car :O
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on February 07, 2014, 03:34:23 PM: Quote from: Tallon on February 07, 2014, 11:00:29 AM
Wow I wish my side mirrors looked like that! It seems impossible to get them to an even shape all around the mirror edge, too complex of a part for me I guess. Maybe when you're finished your car... ::study

I'm wondering how those wheels would look in black on the car :O

Tallon....I used a grinder to make them even. I ground down the main body where it was needed to correct the shape. In some areas I began to break through, so I would just add more fiberglass. Wasn't hardly so bad. Took about a day each to get em nice. Then a quick paint job and......

OH....and about the rims.....you'll get to see it! These are a little pitted from sitting around and not being taken care of much. I bought some Black satin plati-dip. Goin to spray them soon. After I'm done with this project and my permanent rims are on my car, I will sell these. They have brand new Falken tires that have only been used during this build, and with the black they will be like new. Alot of people are liking the black rim treatment more and more so I figured why not. It'll keep em looking new and if they get messed up, they can be peeled and resprayed fairly easily.

Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tusabes on February 08, 2014, 10:00:23 AM: Looking great !
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on February 11, 2014, 01:39:21 PM: Sweet! They're starting to grow on me, kind of an lp670 looking wheel
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: casper on April 30, 2014, 10:38:23 AM: Any updates on this? It was so close to being done.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Thumper on May 01, 2014, 07:11:54 AM: WOW! Talk about inspiration, that green is amazing.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on May 06, 2014, 02:24:59 PM: Update:

Car is all painted up. Almost complete. Had to put the project aside for a bit to deal with my daughter and some health issues again with her. Also got my wedding coming up May 30th.....So I've been devoting funds and time towards that mostly. My car is going to get finished...don't worry about that. I'm excited with everything going on right now. Going to Puerto Rico for 17 days for my honeymoon 1st of June. Cant wait. I had hoped to finish the car for the wedding....but the budget couldn't take the stress of the all that's goin on....had to devote more time and money towards the wedding instead.

I promise to keep you guys updated. My daughter is recovering well and wedding just around the corner....so back to finishing up as soon as this all passes.

Thanks for keeping in touch, I'll post pics soon guys.

Thanks
Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: notnilc20 on May 06, 2014, 03:02:18 PM: Hey Mitch,

Have fun on that honeymoon. Wow, 17 days. I need to get away like that.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Purple LP670 SV on May 06, 2014, 06:34:42 PM: 17 days!!! Good god!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on July 28, 2014, 02:40:09 PM: Great wedding and amazing Honeymoon! Thanks everyone! Heres a couple of pics! So, now......Lets finish this Lambo! So Close!

(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Email%20photos/1260905_10203927145408947_3999121184125097101_n.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Email%20photos/1260905_10203927145408947_3999121184125097101_n.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Email%20photos/10405333_647941948630629_8171980530101533660_n.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Email%20photos/10405333_647941948630629_8171980530101533660_n.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131230_204030.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131230_204030.jpg.html) (http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131231_170853.jpg) (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131231_170853.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: BigPines on July 28, 2014, 03:30:38 PM: Congratulations again! Your car looks amazing. I can't wait to see it finished!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: 6.0nut on July 28, 2014, 05:24:04 PM: Looking sharp man. Congratulations to you and your Bride
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Tallon on July 28, 2014, 06:16:32 PM: Congratulations! (http://www.directsmiley.com/cat/13/13_10_16.gif)
Eh that looks like birthday, Oh well.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Purple LP670 SV on July 28, 2014, 06:20:00 PM: Yes Yes Yes!!! Looking forward to some updates!!! Congrats to you and your Bride!!! ::beers
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: am33r on July 28, 2014, 09:47:25 PM: congrats my friend I wish you happiness ::wave
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: INSPIREcomposite (BANNED) on July 28, 2014, 09:54:28 PM: some guys just have it all. congrats
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: autopro on July 29, 2014, 09:15:03 AM: Congratulations bud!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: AdrianBurton on July 29, 2014, 02:34:31 PM: Congrats man!!!!!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Purple LP670 SV on October 02, 2014, 01:57:37 PM: What's the word Big Bird? Any progress, I think I can speak for everyone here when I say we are all eagerly awaiting an update!!! ::wave
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on October 08, 2014, 08:09:49 PM: Quote from: Purple LP670 SV on October 02, 2014, 01:57:37 PM
What's the word Big Bird? Any progress, I think I can speak for everyone here when I say we are all eagerly awaiting an update!!! ::wave

Guys, I'm so sorry. I didn't see this post at all. My notifications didn't send me a notice.

I cant wait to show you my car. I've been busy since my wedding, as much as my budget and daughters health has allowed. I took it out for a spin and even went to the station in it for gas. Its looked amazing! "LOOKED" BUT.......I had to go backwards a bit. Bad gas from sitting gave me engine problems. I had taken the tank down and evacuated it before hand. But, somehow the injectors are all messed up and its running bad. Including the TPS sensor went out all of a sudden so I get a stumbling idle to go with the other problems. Also had to go backwards with some of the bodywork as well. Seems a fiberglass enforced filler I used didn't hold up on the windshield pillar. I had some "soft" spots that raised the paint. So its back in the shop on blocks getting painted and messing with the fuel system. I'm just about ready to bring it out.

The interior sucked by the way. Cant even begin to show how that looked. The guy that helped me didn't know what he claimed to know and I just gave up on him. Paid what was necessary and ran before it was too late. I remade some panels and just overlaid them with black "Pleather"....so not to use up what I have left of my good leather. What a waste, Hope I have enough to finish next round. I just want to get my car usable, then cleanup some of the prevailing issues. This has truely been a hard end to this project. Seems she doesn't want to get finished. LOL.

Again....sorry guys. I read up on posts from everyone. But I'm just laying low while I'm finishing. For all of you that support my work...Thanks so much. This site and everyone's inputs and ideas keep me going.

Mitch
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Purple LP670 SV on October 08, 2014, 08:18:15 PM: Sounds like your having a bit of a rough go at it! Sorry to hear that, but keep your chin up and push through. You have one of best replicas on here and you're progress is very encouraging to a lot of us!!! Thank you for that and take care of the Family, they are #1!!!! ::wave
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: autopro on October 09, 2014, 01:10:21 PM: Glad you are still going at it even with all the obstacles in your live.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: debo1234dang on February 24, 2015, 02:54:04 AM: did u use a fiero body
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: william on February 24, 2015, 02:45:14 PM: He used a Mr2, this is one of my personal favorites, this build is awesome.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: notnilc20 on February 24, 2015, 07:43:10 PM: Quote from: debo1234dang on February 24, 2015, 02:54:04 AM
did u use a fiero body

Did you even read any of the build thread before asking this question?
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: BinaryStar on February 25, 2015, 01:33:28 AM: Quote from: notnilc20 on February 24, 2015, 07:43:10 PM
Quote from: debo1234dang on February 24, 2015, 02:54:04 AM
did u use a fiero body

Did you even read any of the build thread before asking this question?

The topic title even says MR2!! ::scratch :LL:
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: Robert on February 25, 2015, 03:38:27 AM: Quote from: MDMurcy2 on July 28, 2014, 02:40:09 PM
Great wedding and amazing Honeymoon! Thanks everyone! Heres a couple of pics! So, now......Lets finish this Lambo! So Close!

([url]http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Email%20photos/1260905_10203927145408947_3999121184125097101_n.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Email%20photos/1260905_10203927145408947_3999121184125097101_n.jpg.html[/url]) ([url]http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Email%20photos/10405333_647941948630629_8171980530101533660_n.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Email%20photos/10405333_647941948630629_8171980530101533660_n.jpg.html[/url]) ([url]http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131230_204030.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131230_204030.jpg.html[/url]) ([url]http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/MDMurcy2/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131231_170853.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/MDMurcy2/media/Clone%20Forum%20Album/Final%20Stages%20of%20the%20Murcielago%20Project/20131231_170853.jpg.html[/url])
Congrats you cradle robber Lol : )
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 01, 2020, 10:24:02 PM: Hello there old friends. It's been a very long time. Lots of family and work issues have put my build on hold for a few years.... but NO... I didnt sell it. I'm getting started again and will definitely be seeking advice. I recently purchased a SV rear spoiler.... something I really wanted to get for a long time. I love the look and it definitely has helped motivate my comeback. Look forward to working again and completing my car.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: notnilc20 on June 01, 2020, 10:34:57 PM: Quote from: MDMurcy2 on June 01, 2020, 10:24:02 PM
Hello there old friends. It's been a very long time. Lots of family and work issues have put my build on hold for a few years.... but NO... I didnt sell it. I'm getting started again and will definitely be seeking advice. I recently purchased a SV rear spoiler.... something I really wanted to get for a long time. I love the look and it definitely has helped motivate my comeback. Look forward to working again and completing my car.

Wow! Great to see you're still in the game. I've since sold my car and have a new toy to play with (porsche 944 turbo) You taught me a lot about body work and took the time to do so and I appreciate you. Good luck with finishing your build Mitch!
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: MDMurcy2 on June 01, 2020, 10:42:06 PM: Quote from: notnilc20 on June 01, 2020, 10:34:57 PM
Quote from: MDMurcy2 on June 01, 2020, 10:24:02 PM
Hello there old friends. It's been a very long time. Lots of family and work issues have put my build on hold for a few years.... but NO... I didnt sell it. I'm getting started again and will definitely be seeking advice. I recently purchased a SV rear spoiler.... something I really wanted to get for a long time. I love the look and it definitely has helped motivate my comeback. Look forward to working again and completing my car.

Wow! Great to see you're still in the game. I've since sold my car and have a new toy to play with (porsche 944 turbo) You taught me a lot about body work and took the time to do so and I appreciate you. Good luck with finishing your build Mitch!

Good to hear from you brother. Been a long.ride.... but YES...I'm still here...
.
Title: Re: Mitch's MR2 LP640 Roadster build.
Post by: autopro on June 01, 2020, 11:09:28 PM: Awesome man! Very glad to see that you are still here. The car looks great, doesn't look like you are very far away from finishing it. What is your plan of work now?