2004 Suzuki ignis Sport
Discussion
Well where to start...... A few of you will have read my other readers ride I had been driving round in a ignis 1.3gl. It was a £300 car that was meant to last a couple of months. It lasted 18 months/22k miles before the car became uneconomical to repair and thus was stripped and scrapped.
The replacement was between a impreza wrx estate or a vauxhall astra h estate in Sri 2.0 turbo guise.
By chance I noticed a ignis sport locally one night. Went for a nosey as sad as it sounds I quite enjoyed the ignis 1.3gl. Price was right, deal was done.
Gave the car a check over and it needed a new track rod end
The wheel bearing also had slight play but hub looked really rusty, so second hand hub was bought and ive put a new bearing into that just need to swap over the hub
More to come shortly
The replacement was between a impreza wrx estate or a vauxhall astra h estate in Sri 2.0 turbo guise.
By chance I noticed a ignis sport locally one night. Went for a nosey as sad as it sounds I quite enjoyed the ignis 1.3gl. Price was right, deal was done.
Gave the car a check over and it needed a new track rod end
The wheel bearing also had slight play but hub looked really rusty, so second hand hub was bought and ive put a new bearing into that just need to swap over the hub
More to come shortly
Picture of hub ready to have bearing knocked in.
I bought the car running rough and wanted a few bits refitting properly (Moston which came off my gl before I scrapped it)
The rough running was traced to a maf blank missing
The car had aftermarket gauges fitted, scotch lock heaven, wires everywhere.
I got the wiring to a position where I'm happy it's not going to burst into flames. Wiring Repair is on the to do list.
Ive had the car around 6 weeks now and done afew bits to it, oil and filter change was first on the cards
Magnetic sump plug was fitted hopefully will have nothing attached to it come next oil change
Earth lead seen better days
I bought the car running rough and wanted a few bits refitting properly (Moston which came off my gl before I scrapped it)
The rough running was traced to a maf blank missing
The car had aftermarket gauges fitted, scotch lock heaven, wires everywhere.
I got the wiring to a position where I'm happy it's not going to burst into flames. Wiring Repair is on the to do list.
Ive had the car around 6 weeks now and done afew bits to it, oil and filter change was first on the cards
Magnetic sump plug was fitted hopefully will have nothing attached to it come next oil change
Earth lead seen better days
I'm slowly tidying up the bodywork but it's last on the list tbh. Replaced the black grille for astandard silver one, removed blacked out rear lights, replaced side repeaters with standard orange ones, rear wiper removed and blanked
I've also bought some different wheels. Im not into the ones on the car. So some team dynamic 1.2s have been bought just waiting for a refurb and new tyres
Car is still used everyday to carry all sorts
Pic of the car. I think it sits quite well
I've also bought some different wheels. Im not into the ones on the car. So some team dynamic 1.2s have been bought just waiting for a refurb and new tyres
Car is still used everyday to carry all sorts
Pic of the car. I think it sits quite well
Also working on the lights at the minute. The standard light output is piss poor. Previous owner has fitted hid kit which is bright but the beam pattern is scattered all over the place.
So I've modified a set of standard lights and converted to run xenon projectors using h1 bulbs instead of h4. It's not quite finished yet but it's looking like it will be plug and play wiring wise.
I've been playing with the suspension stiffness for a few weeks now and settled on a setting I'm happy with
So I've modified a set of standard lights and converted to run xenon projectors using h1 bulbs instead of h4. It's not quite finished yet but it's looking like it will be plug and play wiring wise.
I've been playing with the suspension stiffness for a few weeks now and settled on a setting I'm happy with
Hi thanks for positive comments.
It's an absolute riot to drive like mentioned above revvy Japanese twin cam, light weight and close ratio box it can certainly motor on if needed
There's logic behind changing the wheels to the team dynamics. The wheels on it are fox racing ms06 although they look very similar to the rota wheels. They are 6.5j wide with 5mm spacers and purple wheel nuts. They also weigh a fair bit.
The switch to td 1.2s will see 7j wide so I'll lose the spacers and swap the wheel nuts for some black ones. Hopeful of saving a few kgs at each corner which is always a bonus. Wheels will be going gloss black
Yeah the suzuki optional front fogs are slight quite desirable but I'm on the lookout for standard bumper tbh still undecided yet
It's an absolute riot to drive like mentioned above revvy Japanese twin cam, light weight and close ratio box it can certainly motor on if needed
There's logic behind changing the wheels to the team dynamics. The wheels on it are fox racing ms06 although they look very similar to the rota wheels. They are 6.5j wide with 5mm spacers and purple wheel nuts. They also weigh a fair bit.
The switch to td 1.2s will see 7j wide so I'll lose the spacers and swap the wheel nuts for some black ones. Hopeful of saving a few kgs at each corner which is always a bonus. Wheels will be going gloss black
Yeah the suzuki optional front fogs are slight quite desirable but I'm on the lookout for standard bumper tbh still undecided yet
Managed to swap the hub over today with the new bearing fitted. Everything went well apart from the abs sensor. Mine was badly rusted in. So I took a chance and left the sensor in the hub I bought. Abs light is now on. Im scanning late tonight but pretty much certain it's to do with the sensor. Ive got nothing to lose now so going to try get my old sensor out.
I have also ordered genuine rack ends from suzuki at just under £100 although will get 12% off that. Suspension arm will be ordered this weekend.
Stripped, cleaned and greased front brakes, just need to lose the yellow paint off the calipers now.
No pictures unfortunately as I was flat out.
I have also ordered genuine rack ends from suzuki at just under £100 although will get 12% off that. Suspension arm will be ordered this weekend.
Stripped, cleaned and greased front brakes, just need to lose the yellow paint off the calipers now.
No pictures unfortunately as I was flat out.
Rackends arrived from suzuki today all £82 worth of them!
Also managed to get my abs sensor out of my old hub. Arm will ordered for this weekend so I can pick it up when I'm near my parents house at weekend.
Once all these bits are fitted to the car. I'll do the tracking at my works so it drives straight and then do a final 4 wheel alignment when the new wheels and tyres are on.
Final plan in near future will be a swift sport decat 4 branch manifold and custom exhaust system
Also managed to get my abs sensor out of my old hub. Arm will ordered for this weekend so I can pick it up when I'm near my parents house at weekend.
Once all these bits are fitted to the car. I'll do the tracking at my works so it drives straight and then do a final 4 wheel alignment when the new wheels and tyres are on.
Final plan in near future will be a swift sport decat 4 branch manifold and custom exhaust system
Right first off no pictures unfortunately as been flat out getting everything done.
So replaced both rack ends, nearside track rod end, swapped over my new offside track rod end, nearside suspension arm, swapped abs sensor over and reset tracking.
Everything went as well as can be expected only had to get the gas axe out twice on the rack end lock nuts.
Found nearside driveshaft nut loose, offside arb bush loose and had to drill out several snapped split pins so I could put split pins in the castle nuts.
Tracking was 1.5 degrees toeing out reset to 0 for now until new wheels and tyres go on. Then lazer alignment will be done.
Driving like a totally different car now. Monday is rear suspension/brake check, clean and grease day.
Few aftermarket part numbers for anyone who finds them useful.
Starline suspension arm 295mm ct460064- this comes with a lifetime warranty from euro car parts how good it'll be time will tell.
Delphi track rod end ta2484
Blueprint front wheel bearing adk88225
All the aftermarket parts come marked as vauxhall agila.
Had a quote from jp exhausts in Macclesfield for custom manifold back exhaust at £600+vat. Little steep but there work is second to none and there booking 2 months in advance which explains it all. That's gone on the back burner probably till the new year now
Sorry for no pics and a big essay few like im in a good place now maintenance wise
So replaced both rack ends, nearside track rod end, swapped over my new offside track rod end, nearside suspension arm, swapped abs sensor over and reset tracking.
Everything went as well as can be expected only had to get the gas axe out twice on the rack end lock nuts.
Found nearside driveshaft nut loose, offside arb bush loose and had to drill out several snapped split pins so I could put split pins in the castle nuts.
Tracking was 1.5 degrees toeing out reset to 0 for now until new wheels and tyres go on. Then lazer alignment will be done.
Driving like a totally different car now. Monday is rear suspension/brake check, clean and grease day.
Few aftermarket part numbers for anyone who finds them useful.
Starline suspension arm 295mm ct460064- this comes with a lifetime warranty from euro car parts how good it'll be time will tell.
Delphi track rod end ta2484
Blueprint front wheel bearing adk88225
All the aftermarket parts come marked as vauxhall agila.
Had a quote from jp exhausts in Macclesfield for custom manifold back exhaust at £600+vat. Little steep but there work is second to none and there booking 2 months in advance which explains it all. That's gone on the back burner probably till the new year now
Sorry for no pics and a big essay few like im in a good place now maintenance wise
Well due for a update!
Gave the car a proper seat out clean
I'm not one for cleaning but I give it a wash as often as I can it's far from perfect
Went up to have a few dents and creases removed which have gathered over the years
The rattling/chattering returned traced it to a worn bush inside the steering rack. Replaced that last week only mishap was the squib ring snapped. New one should be arriving this week along with various clips for spares and a replacement external door handle
Just waiting to replace squib ring and put my new wheels on then it can go for a 4 wheel alignment which brings us onto the next bit....
Ready to fit hopefully on Friday.
I've also got a low mileage rear gearbox mount to go on as mine has some movement and powerflex bushes for the front Arb.
Got two bumpers which should be ready in 2 weeks to fit aswell. Coming along nicely.
Gave the car a proper seat out clean
I'm not one for cleaning but I give it a wash as often as I can it's far from perfect
Went up to have a few dents and creases removed which have gathered over the years
The rattling/chattering returned traced it to a worn bush inside the steering rack. Replaced that last week only mishap was the squib ring snapped. New one should be arriving this week along with various clips for spares and a replacement external door handle
Just waiting to replace squib ring and put my new wheels on then it can go for a 4 wheel alignment which brings us onto the next bit....
Ready to fit hopefully on Friday.
I've also got a low mileage rear gearbox mount to go on as mine has some movement and powerflex bushes for the front Arb.
Got two bumpers which should be ready in 2 weeks to fit aswell. Coming along nicely.
Thanks for taking the time to view and comment.
Yes absolute riot to drive. Picked mine up for some cheap daily fun couple months back.
Ended up chucking a load of money at it to get the steering and suspension in tip top condition. Now the wheels are on finally feels like I'm making it my own
Yes absolute riot to drive. Picked mine up for some cheap daily fun couple months back.
Ended up chucking a load of money at it to get the steering and suspension in tip top condition. Now the wheels are on finally feels like I'm making it my own
I'm not doing too bad budget wise the maintenance and tinkering are mainly being funded by sales of the bits already fitted to the car when bought.
It's a laugh a minute. Perfect for my commute at the min. £40 vpower fuel gets me 350miles approx, costs peanuts to tax and insure.
The only downside is maintenance a lot of items are suzuki only at great expense and minimum 5 day delivery. As a result a lot are neglected and are now being broken. I'm hoping the better ones will shoot up in value eventually as all the dogs are weeded out and broken up for parts to keep the better ones going.
It's a laugh a minute. Perfect for my commute at the min. £40 vpower fuel gets me 350miles approx, costs peanuts to tax and insure.
The only downside is maintenance a lot of items are suzuki only at great expense and minimum 5 day delivery. As a result a lot are neglected and are now being broken. I'm hoping the better ones will shoot up in value eventually as all the dogs are weeded out and broken up for parts to keep the better ones going.
Really wanted a blue one my gl was blue. Really nice colour when clean and polished
The list is never ending I'm always thinking of different things to do to maintain or improve
My gl had loads of aftermarket bits that fitted the sport however is a different beast. The parts suppliers say the bits will fit and you receive them there miles different.
I can't see there being a problem with parts for swift sports as they are made in large numbers. The ignis sport was limited to 3k examples apparently since they could go rallying.
Anything through the main dealer regardless of model is extortion and they carry little stock in UK especially the older models like mine.
The list is never ending I'm always thinking of different things to do to maintain or improve
My gl had loads of aftermarket bits that fitted the sport however is a different beast. The parts suppliers say the bits will fit and you receive them there miles different.
I can't see there being a problem with parts for swift sports as they are made in large numbers. The ignis sport was limited to 3k examples apparently since they could go rallying.
Anything through the main dealer regardless of model is extortion and they carry little stock in UK especially the older models like mine.
Hi thanks for response.
Only interesting thing happening this weekend was old wheels were sold so more funds to the kitty.
I've got bumpers to fit when I pick them up
Squib ring to fit
Rear gearbox mount
Poly bushes for anti roll bar
Wet sand and Polish headlights
Strip, clean and regrease brakes
Oil change for engine and gearbox
Remove front fog light switch, relay and wiring
All will be done in no particular order as and when I get the chance. Hopefully get some more progress done this week
Only interesting thing happening this weekend was old wheels were sold so more funds to the kitty.
I've got bumpers to fit when I pick them up
Squib ring to fit
Rear gearbox mount
Poly bushes for anti roll bar
Wet sand and Polish headlights
Strip, clean and regrease brakes
Oil change for engine and gearbox
Remove front fog light switch, relay and wiring
All will be done in no particular order as and when I get the chance. Hopefully get some more progress done this week
New toy turned up yesterday had a play today good bit of kit.
Good and bad news today.
Good.... Did oil and filter change, no bits stuck to magnetic sump plug and fitted my retrofit aero wipers.
Bad.... My three month old ball joint is hanging off. Serves me right for buying cheap. It's under warranty from euro car parts. I've ordered two genuine suspension arms from suzuki. Retail at 72+vat each but he's done me a good deal as I've spent alot of money there in last three months. He doesn't want me to tell everyone how much. But I will say it's same price as two snide ones from euro.
Splitter paid for today so should be posted in the morning, Jap plates being ordered some time next week
Good and bad news today.
Good.... Did oil and filter change, no bits stuck to magnetic sump plug and fitted my retrofit aero wipers.
Bad.... My three month old ball joint is hanging off. Serves me right for buying cheap. It's under warranty from euro car parts. I've ordered two genuine suspension arms from suzuki. Retail at 72+vat each but he's done me a good deal as I've spent alot of money there in last three months. He doesn't want me to tell everyone how much. But I will say it's same price as two snide ones from euro.
Splitter paid for today so should be posted in the morning, Jap plates being ordered some time next week
Gave the car a wash at weekend
Then stripped squib ring down and replaced it with a working item so horn and airbag are now fully functional.
Car repayed me by snapping the rear exhaust hanger off on way home tonight so that's being welded back on tomorrow.
Also ordered some powerflex bushes for the arb while it's off when I do the arms
Then stripped squib ring down and replaced it with a working item so horn and airbag are now fully functional.
Car repayed me by snapping the rear exhaust hanger off on way home tonight so that's being welded back on tomorrow.
Also ordered some powerflex bushes for the arb while it's off when I do the arms
Quick update
Exhaust was warmed up and bent away from rear suspension.
New genuine arms and poly bushes made there way onto the car
Also got the alignment adjusted after the suspension had been apart. Made a massive difference to how the car rides and handles as the front wheels aren't tripping over each other.
Aux belt was squealing a little tonight in good weather. I'll give it a adjust tomorrow and order a new one up soon
Exhaust was warmed up and bent away from rear suspension.
New genuine arms and poly bushes made there way onto the car
Also got the alignment adjusted after the suspension had been apart. Made a massive difference to how the car rides and handles as the front wheels aren't tripping over each other.
Aux belt was squealing a little tonight in good weather. I'll give it a adjust tomorrow and order a new one up soon
Long time no update.
Been having problems with the car destroying bottom ball joints. Think finally solved it today the car runs a threaded hub and the pinch bolt tightens into this. The bolt tightens up with the weight off the car but as soon as you put weight on it. You can see the bolt pull back through maybe 1mm. Resulting in play at ball joint. Anyway took a drill to it today drilled through and used a longer pinch bolt with deeper thread and a nylock nut. Going to recheck early next week.
Had a hoard of parts stashed but decided to sell them off this past month. Made a substantial amount which I wasn't expecting.
Also been modifying lights which I seem to have a waiting list for now.
Ill eventually get round to fitting a set to mine.
Did what's called a resenator delete on the Airbox for no other reason than looks a bit fresher and my Airbox was damaged
Also hel had a deal 40% off so ordered a fresh set of braided hoses so I can get rid of my pink ones in the car!
Car continues to regular deliver over 300 miles to around 32 litres of fuel which given the performance is I think pretty good running costs.
Been having problems with the car destroying bottom ball joints. Think finally solved it today the car runs a threaded hub and the pinch bolt tightens into this. The bolt tightens up with the weight off the car but as soon as you put weight on it. You can see the bolt pull back through maybe 1mm. Resulting in play at ball joint. Anyway took a drill to it today drilled through and used a longer pinch bolt with deeper thread and a nylock nut. Going to recheck early next week.
Had a hoard of parts stashed but decided to sell them off this past month. Made a substantial amount which I wasn't expecting.
Also been modifying lights which I seem to have a waiting list for now.
Ill eventually get round to fitting a set to mine.
Did what's called a resenator delete on the Airbox for no other reason than looks a bit fresher and my Airbox was damaged
Also hel had a deal 40% off so ordered a fresh set of braided hoses so I can get rid of my pink ones in the car!
Car continues to regular deliver over 300 miles to around 32 litres of fuel which given the performance is I think pretty good running costs.
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