Two for one special. US-spec S14 Silvia K's Aero build

[CrimsonRockett]

Figured I would start a build thread for this one to run alongside my S13 build (which I will move over from premie-land soon).

I had gone through my fair share of 97-98 Kouki's over the years, but never felt like I had found the right one.

Bought a '97 Kouki from New Mexico, but because of the sunroof, I decided to get rid of it and bought my current one instead.

Had it sitting like this for a while.



Then, found this one:



'97 Kouki SE, original 5-speed, and non-sunroof. Win-win for me.

I like sunroofs, but due to the age of these cars, I just feel that they'll be problematic as time goes on. Having to source replacement parts would be a pain.

Immediately swapped the coilovers and wheels onto the car.





Soon came the aero.





Mocked up the Works9 exhaust.



Engine has been pulled and engine bay has been cleared similar to my S13. Tubs, full exterior/engine bay respray, new undercoat, all suspension components replaced, etc.

Hopefully, I can get this one wrapped up before the end of this year as well.

Current mod list:

1997 Nissan 240sx SE - Silvia K's Aero

Rare SE Non-Sunroof model

Modifications

Exterior
JDM S14 Front Headlights
JDM S14 Front Bumper - OEM (new)
JDM S14 Front Lip - OEM (new)
JDM S14 Sideskirts - OEM (new)
USDM S14 Sideskirts - OEM (change up the look every now and then)
JDM S14 Rear Bumper (new)
JDM S14 Rear Valances
JDM S14 Spoiler
JDM S14 Grill (new)
JDM S14 Autech grill
JDM S14 Window Visors
DMAX S14 Roof Wing
HID's
LED Lighting

Interior
Safety 21 7-point cage
Bride ViosIII Low Max seats with Bride rails
Nardi Deep Corn 350MM Steering Wheel
NRG Short Hub
Works Bell Quick Release
Nismo Titanium Shift Knob
Cusco Spin Knob
LED Lighting

Suspension
Fortune Auto 500 Series Coilovers w/Swift Springs upgrade
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Powered by MAX Uprights
Powered by MAX FLCA's
Powered by MAX Spindles
Powered by MAX Solid Subframe Bushings
Powered by MAX Steering Rack bushings
SPL Inner/Outer Tie Rods
Nismo Powerbrace
Cusco Front/Rear Strut Tower Bars
Cusco Tension Rod brace
Tanabe Swaybars F/R
ES Steering Rack Bushings

Wheels/Brakes
Blitz Type 03
18x9 +9 | 18x10 +22 | 5x114.3 (OG, not re-barreled)
Project Kics Neochrome Lug Nuts
Evo Brembo Brake Calipers Front/Rear
Z32 E-brake
Z32 1" BMC
Stainless Steel Brake Lines
Chasebays Brake Line Tuck Kit

Engine/Drivetrain
AMS Rebuilt KA24DE
Arias 8:8:1 Forged Pistons
Calico Coated Main/Rod Bearings
ARP 10MM Head Studs
ARP Main Studs
Koyo Aluminum Radiator
E-fans
RPS Max Street Clutch Kit
Fidanza Lightweight Flywheel
B&M V2 Short Shifter
DSS 1pc Steel Driveshaft
Tomei Technical Trax 2-way LSD
Powered by MAX Diff Bushings
Tomei 750cc Injectors
Garrett T3/To4e .57 Trim Turbo
Top mount manifold
HKS Front Mount Intercooler
Blitz BOV
JGS Semi Solid Motor Mounts
WORKS9 Dual Tip Exhaust
Circuit Sports Exhaust Hangers
Greddy Oil Block Adapter
Oil Cooler
Oil Filter Relocation Kit
Chasebays Power Steering kit
Chasebays Coolant Overflow