My indecisive 98 SC300 build
06-29-20, 08:06 AM
#511
Looks good with the black dash in. That's the most significant interior swap component, IMO. Why are the other pieces glossy? All the original black interior bits are matte, as far as I know.
On the steering wheel, it's not necessary to use puller bolts like on some vehicles that compress it onto the shaft. Just loosen the nut and back it off halfway, then tug on the steering wheel. Rock it side to side a couple times and it'll pop off easily. Leaving the nut partially on keeps it from smacking you in the face when (not if) it comes off easier than you'd expect.
On the airbag, the bolts almost never pop into the retainers on their own. I find it works best to alternate between using a jewelers screwdriver to get in there and push against it while unscrewing the torx bolt, and pulling on the edge of the airbag while unscrewing. It needs tension against the bolts or they'll just spin in place and block the airbag.
I would probably just drop the steering column and get it out of the way. It's only four bolts on the bottom.
On the steering wheel, it's not necessary to use puller bolts like on some vehicles that compress it onto the shaft. Just loosen the nut and back it off halfway, then tug on the steering wheel. Rock it side to side a couple times and it'll pop off easily. Leaving the nut partially on keeps it from smacking you in the face when (not if) it comes off easier than you'd expect.
On the airbag, the bolts almost never pop into the retainers on their own. I find it works best to alternate between using a jewelers screwdriver to get in there and push against it while unscrewing the torx bolt, and pulling on the edge of the airbag while unscrewing. It needs tension against the bolts or they'll just spin in place and block the airbag.
I would probably just drop the steering column and get it out of the way. It's only four bolts on the bottom.
06-29-20, 08:30 AM
#512
As parts wear down with time and it build up dirt and grim they become smooth and glossy.
Mine was necessary to use a puller. I've been able to do it on other SC without the puller, but I've always had trouble on this car.
The torx bit, I held it at a slight angle and yanked back, the whole bolt came out of the steering wheel.
Mine was necessary to use a puller. I've been able to do it on other SC without the puller, but I've always had trouble on this car.
The torx bit, I held it at a slight angle and yanked back, the whole bolt came out of the steering wheel.
06-30-20, 08:20 AM
#514
For parts to wear down over time like you describe, it should be hand and elbow contact areas, not an even loss of the matte finish. Sun exposure likely wouldn't affect the less exposed parts of the A-pillars, though, so my money is on cleaning agents.
06-30-20, 12:44 PM
#515
I've never seen that on any of the interior colors... I've parted two full black interiors and a few partials. Maybe it's all the extra sun you get down there? Or all the meticulous cleaning that CA drivers do? For parts to wear down over time like you describe, it should be hand and elbow contact areas, not an even loss of the matte finish. Sun exposure likely wouldn't affect the less exposed parts of the A-pillars, though, so my money is on cleaning agents.
For parts to wear down over time like you describe, it should be hand and elbow contact areas, not an even loss of the matte finish. Sun exposure likely wouldn't affect the less exposed parts of the A-pillars, though, so my money is on cleaning agents.
06-30-20, 01:21 PM
#516
I've never seen that on any of the interior colors... I've parted two full black interiors and a few partials. Maybe it's all the extra sun you get down there? Or all the meticulous cleaning that CA drivers do? For parts to wear down over time like you describe, it should be hand and elbow contact areas, not an even loss of the matte finish. Sun exposure likely wouldn't affect the less exposed parts of the A-pillars, though, so my money is on cleaning agents.
For parts to wear down over time like you describe, it should be hand and elbow contact areas, not an even loss of the matte finish. Sun exposure likely wouldn't affect the less exposed parts of the A-pillars, though, so my money is on cleaning agents.
06-30-20, 10:38 PM
#517
You guys are probably right about the cleaning products causing the shine. The dash is the 1 thing that I never cleaned during the whole interior swap.
I washed the car earlier tonight and waited a couple hours for it to dry before throwing the cover on. Here is how the cover looks with the factory rear wing.
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KahnBB6 (07-01-20)
07-06-20, 08:58 PM
#518
One of my friend's drove up to SF to grab my r888r from my other friend's house.
Wheels came in, and first thing is ceramic coating
After the coating cured for a few days, I took them to work with me and "borrowed" a scale from the shipping department.
18x10 Front = 25.95lbs
18x12 Rear = 26.20lbs
Going to powdercoating my TT brakes, and I decided to use an OEM seal kit this time since it's easier to install and includes all the extras.
New rear shims
Picked up an oem fuel filter as well.
Wheels came in, and first thing is ceramic coating
After the coating cured for a few days, I took them to work with me and "borrowed" a scale from the shipping department.
18x10 Front = 25.95lbs
18x12 Rear = 26.20lbs
Going to powdercoating my TT brakes, and I decided to use an OEM seal kit this time since it's easier to install and includes all the extras.
New rear shims
Picked up an oem fuel filter as well.
07-10-20, 06:42 AM
#520
Pole Position
Lookin good, as always!! Your interior still has me drooling over here.
07-10-20, 10:54 AM
#521
Thanks, I was originally shopping around for my friend, but somehow ended up with a set for myself. 
It definitely changes the experience when you get into the car. I've been daily driving it for the past week or two since I have a new project in the garage. The car gets so much love from Euro guys honking at me and giving me thumbs up.
There are still a couple things left before it gets "retired" as the main project. Everything should be ready before the Japanese Classic Car Show in October (assuming it still happens).
- Put passenger seat in
- New retrofit OG lights with their HID kit and signal bulbs
- Powdercoating the brake calipers to teal with new rotors and PMU pads
- Order front tires for the CCW and install them
There are still a couple things left before it gets "retired" as the main project. Everything should be ready before the Japanese Classic Car Show in October (assuming it still happens).
- Put passenger seat in
- New retrofit OG lights with their HID kit and signal bulbs
- Powdercoating the brake calipers to teal with new rotors and PMU pads
- Order front tires for the CCW and install them
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RudysSC (07-13-20)
07-19-20, 06:57 PM
#525
Seats looking real nice in the SC.