As promised here are some update with pics! I got some more work done this weekend and it definitely rejuvenated me on this whole project again
So here is the new engine I got, it was a JDM engine off of ebay with only 24,000 miles on it. It was super clean and a really good deal considering they sent me the clutch with it so I sold the SOS clutch to help pay for other parts of the build.
New rear main seal installed and on the engine with all new "special" bolts according to the manual
new axle seals in the transmission
One of the cv boots were torn so I did them all. let me tell you that was the biggest pain in my ass and I will probably never do it again haha.
The motor finally back in! It was a pain and a little scary trying to get it lined up in the subframe and then the subframe lined back up to the body but eventually it went.
underneath with the DC Sports headers installed
I machined all four rotors, scuffed the pads, cleaned and lubed calipers and slides
A friend of mine towed it to his shop and welded the spot weld on the front frame rail that I showed earlier in the thread, unfortunately I forgot to take pictures of the new welds
new wheels and tires along with the new/used front bumper
That should hold you guys for a while haha
I have a video of the first start up and also me driving it around the lot but I'm not sure how to put that on here