Progress so far

[scottg]

So after just over a year of ownership I have all the teething problems sorted out and can finally enjoy my NSX as intended.
Over the past years the following has been tackled with the help of many forum members and skilled technicians
1. Diagnose and overcome the brake light warning issue triggering the TCS and ALB lights in the process
2. Replace the cracked and fogging up rear light cluster and central panel that had a strange looking melted part as if a soldering iron had been left on it
3. Upgraded to 7 spoke NSX alloys with new tyres all round.
4. Colour stitched the dash and door cards on red thread having seen it on Prime. Took over 20 hours in the garage over the coldest part of the year (at least thats my excuse)
5. Fit a double din head unit as the consul had been hacked at and an aftermarket single din unit badly fitted
6. NSX6 swapped onto the car, people now don't believe its 21 years old
7. Vtec Direct carried out a timing belt service, water pump, crankshaft pulley and new red valve covers.
8. Thanks to Kristen at ATR racing and Andy and Rob at VTec direct the Electric Power steering rack was replaced with a second hand one having identified a very nasty grinding noise in the old rack
9. Momo tuner steering wheel and Momo hub (sourced as new old stock from the States) fitted. Also replaced the auto know with an aftermarket one but think this is coming back off as a little to aftermarket looking. Oh and new mats with logos embroidered with NSX.
10. Replace the alternator that was making a humming noise from one of the bearings. I originally paid to have this rebuilt but £80 no better so bought a used one from ebay and thank god the noise was gone. The difference this made was incredible as previously at anything below 1500 revs the car had a terrible humming noise that sent a vibration through the car.
11. Fitted 25mm wheel spacers to the rears (still to do the fronts but not sure it needs it now the rears are on)

Next I want to remove and refinish the consul as it has a small crack where there is a weak area by the head unit so plan to use some form of compound to strengthen this if anyone has any suggestions?

Really didn't think there would be so much to sort when I bought it but I still get a thrill every time I drive it even though its an auto!! I have spent around 6K since purchase to get here but I still think with the values as they are its a hell of a lot better than leaving it in the bank and allot more fun along the way.

[Senninha]

All we need now is a set of updated photos please ....

[flyingsniffer]

So after just over a year of ownership I have all the teething problems sorted out and can finally enjoy my NSX as intended.
Over the past years the following has been tackled with the help of many forum members and skilled technicians
1. Diagnose and overcome the brake light warning issue triggering the TCS and ALB lights in the process
2. Replace the cracked and fogging up rear light cluster and central panel that had a strange looking melted part as if a soldering iron had been left on it
3. Upgraded to 7 spoke NSX alloys with new tyres all round.
4. Colour stitched the dash and door cards on red thread having seen it on Prime. Took over 20 hours in the garage over the coldest part of the year (at least thats my excuse)
5. Fit a double din head unit as the consul had been hacked at and an aftermarket single din unit badly fitted
6. NSX6 swapped onto the car, people now don't believe its 21 years old
7. Vtec Direct carried out a timing belt service, water pump, crankshaft pulley and new red valve covers.
8. Thanks to Kristen at ATR racing and Andy and Rob at VTec direct the Electric Power steering rack was replaced with a second hand one having identified a very nasty grinding noise in the old rack
9. Momo tuner steering wheel and Momo hub (sourced as new old stock from the States) fitted. Also replaced the auto know with an aftermarket one but think this is coming back off as a little to aftermarket looking. Oh and new mats with logos embroidered with NSX.
10. Replace the alternator that was making a humming noise from one of the bearings. I originally paid to have this rebuilt but £80 no better so bought a used one from ebay and thank god the noise was gone. The difference this made was incredible as previously at anything below 1500 revs the car had a terrible humming noise that sent a vibration through the car.
11. Fitted 25mm wheel spacers to the rears (still to do the fronts but not sure it needs it now the rears are on)

Next I want to remove and refinish the consul as it has a small crack where there is a weak area by the head unit so plan to use some form of compound to strengthen this if anyone has any suggestions?

Scott,

If it's any consolation, your 'cast off' has also required a little 'investment' along the way. But overall, it has been great fun to own for the last year.

[scottg]

Scott,

If it's any consolation, your 'cast off' has also required a little 'investment' along the way. But overall, it has been great fun to own for the last year.

Ive seen your posts Rob and put it down to user error......
Seriously I am glad you are enjoying the car, I do miss the 6 speed gearbox but the auto is easy to live with around town.

[pralognan]

I've tried to send you a PM but your box is full,can you delete something and make some space!

[scottg]

Sorry I have emptied it now

[AR]

car is looking good, just needs a nice exhaust,,,hint lol