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D3UC3S

08-18-2013, 04:39 PM

Just picked up a new garage ornament/tool bench/project.

It's an 88 with a 16G, motor is 2 years old, ghetto sound system, with 156k on the dash.

http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zps83e8328b.jpg

http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zps7d417eae.jpg

http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zpsdb6f6ef4.jpg

http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zps8920fa74.jpg

http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zps520a91e7.jpg

Any of you starquest guys can feel free to add some input. It's not a beauty queen but is solid and 95% rust free.

Mad Mike

08-18-2013, 07:01 PM

Nice ride. I've always liked the look of these cars.

D3UC3S

08-18-2013, 08:46 PM

Thanks Mike!

Only problems so far are the wipers will randomly come on, ant infestation, rear CV boots are ripped, and a small oil leak coming from somewhere. Too grimey underneath to tell exactly where. All very minor things.

Im thinking olive green for the new color b/c this paint is terrible.

Mad Mike

08-18-2013, 08:58 PM

Olive green will look good on it. The conquest we use to have leaked oil from
the oil filter adapter. Almost like the adapter o-ring isues on the jeeps. Good
place to start. Good luck with the wiring its a dodge.

D3UC3S

08-18-2013, 09:30 PM

Cool thanks Mike! I will check there. Gonna have to do as much as i can rebuilding the old parts on it as the new parts are harder and harder to find. Just read how to rebuild the CV axles on it. Starquest guys are great for finding cross referenced part numbers.

Wipers are an easy fix...just going to remove the fuse for them as i dont really plan on driving this in the rain. I'll just slap some rain-x on it and call it done!

-EnVus-

08-19-2013, 01:37 AM

Looks like a good ride does it drive ?
My neighbor has a red one he has let sit untouched for over 10 years he wan't sell it but tomorrow im gonna try again :)

Echonova

08-19-2013, 04:34 AM

w00t!

And you weren't kidding about those speakers...

D3UC3S

08-19-2013, 08:54 AM

Looks like a good ride does it drive ?
My neighbor has a red one he has let sit untouched for over 10 years he wan't sell it but tomorrow im gonna try again :)

I was doing donuts in the rain yesterday. Runs like a champ!

D3UC3S

08-19-2013, 08:58 AM

w00t!

And you weren't kidding about those speakers...

http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zpse36b2297.jpg

It's for sale. Beats hard as fuck, but I'm not bout that life

Mad Mike

08-19-2013, 10:00 AM

I was doing donuts in the rain yesterday. Runs like a champ!

I did this in the conquest my moms boyfriend had. First time driving it in the rain and wow it caught me off guard and went around pulling out of work. Good thing it was midnight and no one saw it. Worst part is I tried to spin it back around to go the way I needed to go and went all the way around again. Kinda fun.

Looks like a good ride does it drive ?
My neighbor has a red one he has let sit untouched for over 10 years he won't sell it but tomorrow im gonna try again :)

Thats what happened to the one my moms boyfriend had. Blew the head gasket and he pulled the motor to "upgrade it" and it sat in the yard for years. As far as I know its sitting behind his friends house with the motor still sitting in boxes in the back seat. I repeatedly offered to buy it from him and he wouldn't sell it. I wanted to drop a built 302 in it and strip it out and turn it into a street legal drag car.

-EnVus-

08-23-2013, 01:48 AM

I wanted to drop a built 302 in it and strip it out and turn it into a street legal drag car.
This is what i want to do or at least see done i never see one with a 5.0 swap if i had money id do a coyote swap.

D3UC3S

08-23-2013, 02:34 AM

If and when this motor goes, I will drop in a v8. No sense in messing with another ultra complicated, problematic motor.

Echonova

08-24-2013, 06:51 AM

So when is the move-in party at the new casa?

Btw: Don't make it next Sept 7th because that's Andrew's Birthday.

D3UC3S

08-24-2013, 08:41 AM

Shiiiit, prob gonna be oct 1st. Macies birthday and house warming party. Two birds with one stone AND we will pack this motha out!

D3UC3S

08-24-2013, 08:42 AM

Sept 7th. Got it! Me and macie will def be there. Remind me in a week with a text so I can put it in my calendar.

C230K

08-24-2013, 06:56 PM

Im glad you are getting rid of that paint, I would like those wheels even more if they were polished.

Mad Mike

08-24-2013, 07:36 PM

Car looked good sitting at that red light today. That yellow is bright in the sun light I saw you from way up the road and as soon as I saw it I knew it was a conquest and it was you. Only yellow one I've ever seen.

Sorry for the sound of my exhaust I know you thought wtf that sounded like shit. Crappy ricer exhaust I can't wait to replace it.

D3UC3S

08-24-2013, 08:00 PM

Not gonna lie, did turn around. Lol.

Small world man! Good seeing you for a sec. Haha!

SHHHH

08-24-2013, 08:15 PM

Very cool. Excited to see how this turns out with some elbow grease :goodjob:

D3UC3S

08-25-2013, 01:02 PM

Hey thanks, me too!

Update: drove 3 hrs today to see how everything performs and I have found out that there is garbage in the gas tank. Needs a new one and probly pump, filter, injectors, etc. cuts hard at WOT and is pretty annoying.

D3UC3S

08-26-2013, 10:32 PM

-EnVus-

08-26-2013, 11:36 PM

RandomGuy

08-27-2013, 03:22 AM

Cleaned out all that bullshit stereo system tonight. Probly removed 150lbs of box, speakers, and wires. Trunk is nice and clean now.

Just gotta figure out a solution to the massive hole in my dash now. Looking forward to picking some of you old schoolers brains about this motor. I have a ton of questions and don't wanna start tearing into shit with out consulting with those who are far more knowledgeable. Hopefully I could show one of you the issues and it would be easy fixes/adjustments.
Questions = the reason forums exist, Shoot away!

That car is pretty fun with minimal add ons, you probably already have most of it done. I'd get the big injectors, a piggyback or a megasquirt box, and get it tuned as is on the 16G setup (if you have an exhaust and decent IC/piping.) They are pretty cool at ~250whp, which you can probably make. Do you know if yours has LSD?

dragoncelica

08-27-2013, 06:44 AM

All of them has LSD
Motorwise i wont recommend you to tamper with it if is running good the g54b is a temperamental powerplant that dont like to rev high, in order to do so you need a solid lifter valvetrain setup and a custom cam, then change the poor EFI system for a 4 injector setup, but when you get to that point you figure out u spend more than u want and find out you could do way better with an LS 5.3 GM engine with a turbo and spend less, at that point you will be pissed off stay away from the MEGA SHIT ECU engine management, by the time you finish and is working properly you spend more than buying a Haltech, fueltech, AEM or microtech brand real ECU system that gives you years of trouble free service without head aches,

It is a nice car and one of the best platforms from the 80's Japanese sports cars if not the best, i have been there and hade like 9 of them all the way up to 450 whp and low 10 seconds 1/4 mile E.T.'s on them,

So my advise is get yourself a nice 5 to $700 yukon or tahoe LS based 5.3 V8 a good size turbo and injectors, a good Fueltech ft350 ecu and a nice stick shift trany for it while you still got it in running condition and when you got everything go for the swap u wont be disappointed and with more power with less money you can get!

D3UC3S

08-27-2013, 09:31 AM

Thanks Juan! That is probly this cars future.

Hasan, I just need it to run while I save fun and gather parts for an LS swap. Needs suspension and drivetrain attention first. Give me a call if you are in the Cobb area and maybe we can meet up and I could show you In person how it behaves.

I will hopefully see you guys at the next vintage meet.

D3UC3S

08-27-2013, 02:47 PM

Couldn't stand all the yellow on the front end. Sprayed the grille and fog light covers black.

http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zps77118746.jpg

Mad Mike

08-27-2013, 06:08 PM

Looks good.

RandomGuy

08-27-2013, 07:36 PM

All of them has LSDNo sir, not true.

Motorwise i wont recommend you to tamper with it if is running good the g54b is a temperamental powerplant that dont like to rev high, in order to do so you need a solid lifter valvetrain setup and a custom cam, then change the poor EFI system for a 4 injector setup, but when you get to that point you figure out u spend more than u want and find out you could do way better with an LS 5.3 GM engine with a turbo and spend less, at that point you will be pissed off
Very true.

stay away from the MEGA SHIT ECU engine management, by the time you finish and is working properly you spend more than buying a Haltech, fueltech, AEM or microtech brand real ECU system that gives you years of trouble free service without head aches,
Was true ~5 years ago, not any more.

It is a nice car and one of the best platforms from the 80's Japanese sports cars if not the best, i have been there and hade like 9 of them all the way up to 450 whp and low 10 seconds 1/4 mile E.T.'s on them, Nathan, Juan is for real an OG when it comes to these... He knew the owner and helped on the sakura starion iirc, Google it

So my advise is get yourself a nice 5 to $700 yukon or tahoe LS based 5.3 V8 a good size turbo and injectors, a good Fueltech ft350 ecu and a nice stick shift trany for it while you still got it in running condition and when you got everything go for the swap u wont be disappointed and with more power with less money you can get! i kinda agree, but at the same time if the car wasn't as temperamental, I wouldn't know half of what I know about cars now. (Not saying I know anything now, but still)

it's worth the journey, just make sure it isn't your DD is my only advice.

D3UC3S

08-27-2013, 07:51 PM

When it comes to cars, I would take anything Juan says to the bank. I would love to get out to his house one day and learn some cool shit from him. Hell I was gonna buy that little corolla from him but with a move on the horizon I was shut down.

I plan on this being a long term project Hasan. I got a big van I drive daily so we are all good there. Now that I'm in the new place I can afford to have a project, just have to save money and be patient. This is a learning experience for me as well. I'm tired of trading cars every 3 months. Lol

-EnVus-

08-28-2013, 12:17 AM

Went to see my sisters new place in conyers and driving down 138 i see in a field/pasture a white TSI sitting going to waist :(

D3UC3S

08-28-2013, 07:26 AM

I work off of 138. Seen that car a few times.

But I can also see how someone would say "fuck this shit" with these cars.

Mad Mike

08-28-2013, 08:05 AM

There is a conquest/starion sitting at a storage place on S Waterworks Rd in Buford. Its been sitting there for at least the last 8 years. So sad.

MainstreaM

09-03-2013, 07:30 AM

Welcome to the addiction.

D3UC3S

09-03-2013, 09:57 AM

Yes! Thank you!

The more I read and think.....yellow will probably stay.

-EnVus-

09-03-2013, 05:57 PM

I work off of 138. Seen that car a few times.

But I can also see how someone would say "fuck this shit" with these cars.
Yeah but damn letting it set and waist

There is a conquest/starion sitting at a storage place on S Waterworks Rd in Buford. Its been sitting there for at least the last 8 years. So sad.
The one in the storage yard near lake lanier ?

Echonova

09-03-2013, 08:06 PM

http://i845.photobucket.com/albums/ab17/DreadedClaymore/grammar-nazi.jpg (http://media.photobucket.com/user/DreadedClaymore/media/grammar-nazi.jpg.html)

*waste

-EnVus-

09-03-2013, 09:21 PM

http://i845.photobucket.com/albums/ab17/DreadedClaymore/grammar-nazi.jpg (http://media.photobucket.com/user/DreadedClaymore/media/grammar-nazi.jpg.html)

*waste
I talk about waist to much so auto correct owned me again lol

D3UC3S

10-14-2013, 08:43 PM

Got the gas tank and cleaned it up a bit. New fuel screen in the mail and it will be back on the streets!
http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zps90cc0b75.jpg

http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zpsb75c888f.jpg

Cleaned the pre pump cone filter
http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zps1d4b3ea9.jpg

Also cleaned up the under-hood insulation
Before:
http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zps34e9fb91.jpg

After:
http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zps35c2d783.jpg

Ps.....so glad the site is back up. I was having withdraws.

Echonova

10-15-2013, 06:52 AM

Looking good!

-EnVus-

10-15-2013, 12:26 PM

Well i went to my neighbors house and asked about the one in his driveway for past 10 years. He says runs drives fine no issues 1 owner car its 88 TSI only issue it was his moms so he wants $2200

D3UC3S

10-15-2013, 12:32 PM

Not a bad price. Color? Options?

-EnVus-

10-15-2013, 08:32 PM

Not a bad price. Color? Options?
Red with black interior and has full options looks just like this one below...
1988 Chrysler Conquest Tsi Boldride.com - Pictures, Wallpapers (http://www.boldride.com/ride/1988/chrysler-conquest-tsi#gallery/3)

D3UC3S

10-15-2013, 08:43 PM

You should buy it! Hands down, coolest car I have ever owned. Never had so many thumbs up while driving.

-EnVus-

10-16-2013, 01:30 AM

You should buy it! Hands down, coolest car I have ever owned. Never had so many thumbs up while driving.
Almost had a TSI a friend of Hasan's was selling it was plumb color with black rims nice looking car. I had a B13 SER at the time and it was hard to leave it for a fullbody ride like a Conquest :(
My brother had a Red 88 TSI bought for $800 in SC brought it home and ran like a champ but besides the design i hate the engines.

D3UC3S

10-18-2013, 02:51 PM

http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zpsaf189836.jpg

New fuel screen is on. Time to swap tanks!

MainstreaM

10-19-2013, 09:48 PM

Addiction I tell ya. Just bought another.

D3UC3S

10-19-2013, 10:02 PM

Yes it is! Look forward to seeing yours on SQC.

silversol

10-20-2013, 11:25 PM

Man that thing is nice! The yellow looks good on this car I would love to have one to do a lsx swap.

D3UC3S

10-21-2013, 01:11 PM

Man that thing is nice! The yellow looks good on this car I would love to have one to do a lsx swap.

Thanks man! Mine will be LS swapped eventually. Gonna drive it until the 2.6 takes a shit.

D3UC3S

10-21-2013, 04:20 PM

http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zps92f14631.jpg

Fuel lines and pump unhooked. Dropping tomm night and doing the tank swap....anyone wanna help?

D3UC3S

10-26-2013, 01:08 AM

http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zps9f32024f.jpg

Old tank out. I don't think the tank was the problem. It wasn't gross but it wasn't sparkly clean. A thorough cleaning would be all it needs. Probably gonna put it back up for sale.

http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt259/nathanschieber/null_zps5b41c310.jpg

Here's the problem without a doubt. Pickup was bent, pinched, and the tip was cut off with no in tank screen. SMDH

Took a minute to get the fuel back in the lines after cavitating so bad but now she fires up and runs like a champ. I smell like gasoline and I froze my ass off but it was a good night. Now it's on to the cooling...oil and water. Gotta love projects!

D3UC3S

10-26-2013, 01:13 AM

Big shout out to stormhammer for coming out and giving me a hand. He even let me drive his bad ass starion! Great night all around. See you and all the other SQ guys at the pizza meet!

Stormhammer

10-29-2013, 11:35 PM

There is a conquest/starion sitting at a storage place on S Waterworks Rd in Buford. Its been sitting there for at least the last 8 years. So sad.

The black one? Yeah :( There's a fiji blue one sitting off of Brogdon Rd too in Suwanee, been there since at least 2003.

I'm still amazed your car made it out to Cumming and back home LOL - resilient cars I tell you.

( he has no O2 sensor )

D3UC3S

10-30-2013, 06:02 AM

They are overrated I tell ya

Browning151

10-30-2013, 12:22 PM

Did you pick this up from someone in Villa Rica? I swear it looks exactly like one that used to be right by my house.

D3UC3S

10-30-2013, 03:46 PM

Yes I did lol. Small world.

Browning151

10-30-2013, 07:19 PM

I live right across 20 from that guy. Good to see it finally getting some tlc, seemed like it hardly ever moved or was up on ramps about every other time I went by.

D3UC3S

10-30-2013, 08:04 PM

Thanks man, I am fixing a lot of his shortcuts and the person who owned it before him, their short cuts as well.

Fortunately for me, he didn't know how rare the car was that he owned.

San Marino yellow
SHP package(8" fronts, 9" rears, factory adjustable suspension)
Black leather
5 spd
Sunroof

Completely restored this is a rare car and will be very fun.

EP3sAreFun

11-06-2013, 12:19 PM

Wow, looks like you've got a nice one. I've had two. good times... good times...

D3UC3S

11-06-2013, 03:24 PM

Thanks. My buddy just told me that when he pulls the SB350 out if his blazer I can get it for $100!!!

Can't beat that price so I will be selling all of my stuff to fund this project very soon!

CSquared

11-06-2013, 07:54 PM

Congrats on the car. Not so much a fan of the color but it looks pretty clean. My advice is don't swap it until it blows. Enjoy it for a while.

I regret starting the swap on my supra so much. I could have bought and popped 4+ JDM 7Ms for the amount of money I have put into this swap. Plus the car would have be running, as opposed to off the road for fucking 5 years. Don't know if you've done any swaps in the past, but for me it wound up being a shit load more time/money than I expected. Especially when you do it right and you're like shit, well I've got to replace this gasket, I've got to upgrade this, I need some custom piping and so on and so on and so on and so on.

Edit: Shit this is my first post in 3 months.

D3UC3S

11-06-2013, 08:40 PM

Lol ya no doubt, long time no see!!!

My motor is so sad right now, I can't even believe it is still driving lol. PO hacked it all up. I could dump all kinds of money in it or take that money and put it towards the 350 swap. The g54 is cool and all but terribly unreliable. I would swap a 350 and not hesitate to drive to California.

My car is not clean, pictures make it look that way. Lol