I had the eclipse running yesterday after i found out they were having a car show there. I didn't really have the time to clean it, but just getting it running made me happy. After I printed out the Dyno sheet from my blog (see January '06 archives) it was still able to earn respect. Unfortunately after I got home and washed the car there was a set back and the car stopped running. Since then it was pushed into the garage (from the driveway) and I fixed the problem. Unfortunately I don't know what caused it to happen so I can't be sure it won't happen again. Additionally it may have caused some damage, but at least it still starts and runs. Definitely a rollercoaster of ups and downs with the Eclipse in the past few days. Hopefully I'll button it up, tune it some and get it inspected again soon.
Thursday, June 22, 2006
Wednesday, June 14, 2006
Eclipse Project update
I have all the main parts i need to put the Eclipse back together. I installed prothane motor mounts and a bunch of new gaskets last night. The main progress is that the head is once again bolted on the car with the manifolds as well. Still looooooots of work before i can start it up, but definitely closer. I plan to work on it quite a bit more this week. Hopefully it will be ready soon.
Tuesday, June 06, 2006
Updated House picture
Here is a better picture of my new front door. It also shows my new double-hung windows that replaced the old 12 inch pane bow windows that were leaking. Next on the list is the roof it will be a darker color with a little green in it. I also plan to paint the shudders green at some point so this should match nicely. My house won't look at all like it used to, but i think it's looking very nice.
Friday, June 02, 2006
Officer position
I got a call from the guard base this week to say that i was selected for the officer position!! This was about a year in the making so i'm quite excited about it. It will be a while before i will be in the position as i'll need to go to training though. Should be a good opportunity.
On a separate note I have almost all new windows now. They are a huge improvement. Although i think i'm gonna need to get a new roof too, that might be expensive too.
