Update: I now have my SPL pro aluminum subframe bushings in place, and the subframe has been sandblasted. It currently awaits painting, then will be installed sometime within the next couple of weeks. After this goes on, I will begin reassembling the whole rear suspension, including the AGX's with Tein S-Techs (better rates than the Eibach's, if you're wondering). I also have to do the front struts at the same time, and the car should be sitting on the ground in its final stance within the next few weeks.
As soon as the boring has been done, the block, pistons, rods, main caps, etc. will be assembled and dropped off to me. I would like to be present at the shortblock's reassembly for the hands-on experience. So far, I've only taken stuff apart!
After the shortblock is assembled, I will start putting it back together, including the upper and lower (new GReddy) oil pans, water pump, front cover, etc. until the longblock is ready to go.
After this the Exedy clutch / TODA flywheel will be installed, tranny reinstalled, and everything put back in the engine bay. We are currently working on the wiring harness (in addition to cleaning up the interior wiring considerably), and will rough-fit the harness after the engine is installed. We will probably test start the motor before cleaning up the harness to its final stage though. I would like to make sure all the connections are good, then use a heat-resistant covering where possible.
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