Author Archives: admin

Alta PSRS Control Arm Bushings

Posted on March 10, 2013 by admin

Here is a little winter project I did in preparation for the 2013 track season. Alta Positive Steering Response System (PSRS) spherical bushings for the front lower control arms. These will replace rubber bushings which deflect under braking, cornering and accelerating! These should stabilize the car and make the car … Continue reading →

Building the 4g63, Part Two

Posted on January 3, 2013 by admin

Since this is my first engine I’m building things are going slow because I’m taking more time, double checking, researching, asking questions, etc. It also goes slow because its done in my spare time after work and Brightside responsibilities are accounted … Continue reading →

My Mini Purchase

Posted on September 9, 2012 by admin

Going to step back and start from the beginning……on this one. I’ll be quick! In the winter of 2009 I finally decided that it was time to retire my beater VW Golf and get the car I had been wanting … Continue reading →

Building the 4g63, Part One

Posted on February 12, 2012 by admin

I finally had the opportunity to dust off the 4g63 engine block in the corner of the shop sitting in the rubbermaid container waiting for the day it would be cleaned up, bored 0.020 over and have the stroker 100mm … Continue reading →

Welcome Everyone!

Posted on February 12, 2012 by admin

So my first post, what to write…….. Guess will start with some background of what Brightside is and what i hope to post in this blog in the future. Brightside started out 5yrs ago now in my home garage where … Continue reading →