Rally Car Update

It's been a while since the last rally car update, but a lot has been done.

First, the front end has been converted to the 2007 model.  This took a lot of cutting and welding- a lot more than we expected- but it's done.  Dan did a masterful job.

Here are some photos.

Before:

After:

Also, a lot has been done with wiring.  Doug  went through the factory service manual and identified every connector on the car.  Some unnecessary wiring has been removed (like ABS brakes, airbags, and speakers).  The ECU has been mounted.  All the needed switches, gauges, connectors, and wire have arrived and are just waiting to be installed in the car.

In addition to the front end work, a lot of bodywork is finished.  A paintless dent removal guy came out and went over the whole car.  Our friend Bill helped smooth some of the bondo work...

The aftermarket heater is nearly mounted, along with some custom duct work to connect it to the stock dash.

Soon, the car will be in the paint shop.  Shortly after that, the motor will go in and be tuned.

There's a lot to be done before our first race-  That will be March 6-7 in Aberdeen, Washington (The Doo Wops Rally).  We will be hosting some work parties in the coming months to get everything done.