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[Stef914]

Big shoutout to @mgphoto for helping, guiding, and teaching me so much about this car we all love.

Without your guidance, none of this would have been possible... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)

We replaced a 50-year-old fuel tank, gaskets, filters, etc., (By the way, I'm selling the old one for $50 if anyone is interested).

We installed Tangerine Racing stainless steel fuel lines and all that comes with the kit—an upgrade that I've been wanting to do for quite some time.

We took the transmission out of the car, replaced the clutch (disk and plate), which was long overdue. The previous one was dated 1988! We inspected the flywheel, which didn't need any resurfacing, and while at it, we installed a new starter (twice as light and twice as efficient as the stock one).

Before removing the transmission, we had to remove the infamous heat exchanger. Luckily, the nuts came out okay, but I can now see how it can be a major pain in the ass if these rust...

We installed a brand new Vintage Speed Super Sport stainless steel muffler, which sounds awesome—nothing crazy but adds some character to the overall sound of the car (by the way, I'm selling the original muffler for $100 if anyone is interested).

We reassembled everything back together, adjusted the clutch, checked for fuel leaks, tested the car, and I couldn't be happier with the result. So, once again, a big thanks to the man who made all this possible, @mgphoto ! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif)

Next steps: Tangerine Racing master cylinder brace & shift linkage kit and J-West fog light module (for independent functionality), and the car will be complete... yeah, right... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif)

P.S.

When we inspected the car, we noticed that in the rear wall where the brake lines are, my car doesn't have the proportioning valve (see attached image). I'd like to ask all you wise members for your thoughts on this. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)

I know the previous owner did some auto x with it, and I've reached out to see if he had removed it in order to be able to lock the rear wheels.

The car brakes fine, although I must say that I haven't had to slam my brakes yet, so I'm wondering about safety... For your information, my car has a 19mm master cylinder and BMW calipers up front...