CRX Log

Quick log, more detail later:

2003-02-20 : Sealed the deal to buy the CRX
2003-02-27 : Received the CRX, pics here
2003-03-02 : Bought HX wheels + tires from efzero on Honda-Tech, $330.16
2003-03-03 : Registration and title transfer complete, $114.80
2003-03-04 : Bought new axles, rented ball joint separator, $248.95
2003-03-04 : Ordered new shocks from Shox.com - KYB GR-2, $158
2003-03-09 : Inspection, $80
2003-03-12 : Bought stereo parts @ Tweeter, $286.86
2003-03-24 : Received HX wheels + tires
2003-03-28 : Blew head gasket and thermostat hose after drag racing @ Texas Motorplex
2003-04-03 : Picked up new head gasket, $25
2003-04-05 : Picked up new thermostat hose from dealer, $5.60
2003-05-03 : Pulled engine apart to replace head gasket, piston type verification
2003-05-19 : Finally got off my lazy butt and installed the stereo.
2003-05-20 : Car wouldn't start. Replaced starter $69.37 and ignition switch $54.11, removed clutch interlock and shorted the leads
2003-05-28 : Pulled pistons from DOHC ZC engine to use for new engine build
2003-05-30 : Replaced axles with 89 Integra units, they're too short and snapped
2003-05-31 : Starter solenoid was bad, replaced starter again under warranty
2003-06-02 : Bought new Corbeau Forza to replace driver's seat, $112.61
2003-06-03 : Heater hose ruptured, replaced, $4.32


Money figures:

CRX purchase -$1600
Wheels/tires -$330.16
Registration -$114.80
Axles -$248.95
Shocks -$158
Inspection -$80
Stereo -$286.86
Head gasket -$25
Thermostat hose -$5.60
Starter -$69.37
Ignition switch -$54.11
Corbeau Forza -$112.61
Heater hose -$4.32

Total: -$3089.78 ($3089.78 in the hole)