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Forum: Engine Swaps 05-09-2018, 08:43 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 77,184
Posted By Draco-REX
This build is beautiful. This swap is something...

This build is beautiful. This swap is something I would love to do with my BRZ. And your build is everything I would want to do, and then some.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 03-18-2016, 08:00 PM
Replies: 1,638
Views: 1,085,306
Posted By Draco-REX
Not on my BRZ, but.. I'm really liking this on...

Not on my BRZ, but.. I'm really liking this on my STI:
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1527/24487765449_a824bb74bf_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/DiUcwz)
Forum: Engine Swaps 01-29-2016, 05:03 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 55,804
Posted By Draco-REX
Not trying to start an argument, but just some...

Not trying to start an argument, but just some numbers:

A wet LS1 weighs 385lbs.

As for size:

LS vs DOHC V8:
http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/3522/1469/33803234006_large.jpg
...
Forum: Engine Swaps 01-29-2016, 08:10 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 55,804
Posted By Draco-REX
Maybe I missed this answer somewhere, but: Why...

Maybe I missed this answer somewhere, but: Why this engine when a LS V8 has less vertical clearance, similar weight, and more power and torque?

Honda motors are designed for efficiency and...
Forum: Forced Induction 12-24-2015, 09:34 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
Let's hope there's some wiggle room as I should...

Let's hope there's some wiggle room as I should be a bit north of 300. I just need to make sure my fueling is up to the task. I hate when I have a question that I can't address right away....
Forum: Forced Induction 12-20-2015, 08:59 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,406
Posted By Draco-REX
I was asking for a response from the OP so I...

I was asking for a response from the OP so I could give more "targeted" advice.

But if you would like a more general run-down:

Superchargers and turbochargers have similar purpose, but...
Forum: Forced Induction 12-18-2015, 07:45 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
IT'S ALIVE!! Unfortunately I can't pick it...

IT'S ALIVE!!

Unfortunately I can't pick it up until Monday. And I won't be able to get any real impressions before I have to park it Tuesday as I'll have to do some logging first. And then I'm...
Forum: Forced Induction 12-15-2015, 09:29 PM
Replies: 433
Views: 102,369
Posted By Draco-REX
I keep spot checking this thread for "facts" and...

I keep spot checking this thread for "facts" and I can never find any... Is this thread beneficial at all, or is it just a flame fest?
Forum: Forced Induction 12-12-2015, 11:43 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
The rebuild has begun! Tear down: ...

The rebuild has begun!

Tear down:
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/601/23344651909_991244e6b2_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ByTrGr)

A peek at the cylinder with the rocker failure:...
Forum: Forced Induction 12-11-2015, 07:18 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,813
Posted By Draco-REX
Don't forget AutoX. It's a lot of fun and the...

Don't forget AutoX. It's a lot of fun and the twins are well suited for it.
Forum: Forced Induction 12-04-2015, 10:46 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
The weak point is the valve springs. But there...

The weak point is the valve springs. But there were some changes to the heads for the 2015 MY. It's thought that, along with longer valve stems, the springs were likely upgraded as well. Worst...
Forum: Forced Induction 12-04-2015, 08:15 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
According to my invoice, mine were spec'd a bit...

According to my invoice, mine were spec'd a bit different:

- FBM Competition port and Polish intake and exhaust ports
- Competition Valve Job
- Resurfaced and Clean and assembly
- Ferrea Comp...
Forum: Forced Induction 12-02-2015, 06:47 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
Well, the plan of getting a used head and...

Well, the plan of getting a used head and building it with better springs fell through. Of the 4 used heads I found: one was listed twice and turned out to be damaged, I couldn't get a hold of the...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 11-17-2015, 09:24 PM
Replies: 1,648
Views: 480,580
Posted By Draco-REX
I have almost that. I have a resonated Invidia...

I have almost that. I have a resonated Invidia front pipe, so the fitment should be the same. Other than the fitment issues I noted earlier in this thread, the OP and FP fit just fine.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 11-16-2015, 07:06 PM
Replies: 1,648
Views: 480,580
Posted By Draco-REX
Worked fine. The hose doesn't appear to have...

Worked fine. The hose doesn't appear to have taken any damage, and I didn't notice any rise in coolant temps.

I still wouldn't buy this particular header again. Better to get one with a more...
Forum: Forced Induction 11-12-2015, 07:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,823
Posted By Draco-REX
Don't ignore the heads. Upgrade your valve...

Don't ignore the heads. Upgrade your valve springs at the very least!
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-27-2015, 05:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,904
Posted By Draco-REX
I have to agree with this. I've been eyeballing...

I have to agree with this. I've been eyeballing BBKs for a potential track upgrade for my car and I have to say the RR Racing kits seem to really hit all the marks. Quality components, complete...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-20-2015, 08:42 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
I noticed that the spring descriptions said they...

I noticed that the spring descriptions said they were for various levels of boost. I'm not sure how that works since I would think that higher cylinder pressures would only help the springs. But...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-16-2015, 12:16 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
Do you have a part number? I see two sets from...

Do you have a part number? I see two sets from GSC, but I didn't notice a mention of beehive.

Also, I'm still at the stock redvline. Any downsides I should be knowledgeable about?

Thanks.
Forum: Forced Induction 10-13-2015, 07:52 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
The engine is out. ...

The engine is out.

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/645/22148582735_d2915384ff_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zKch18)

The Carnage:

Some Disassembly Acquired...
Forum: Forced Induction 09-14-2015, 01:46 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 38,855
Posted By Draco-REX
I like. I may get a set for next summer. Though...

I like. I may get a set for next summer. Though I would prefer smaller ones I could put closer to the front of the hood, over the belts. Usually that area has lower pressure than further back on...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-05-2015, 08:52 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 18,915
Posted By Draco-REX
Another beautiful camber plate design from RCE. ...

Another beautiful camber plate design from RCE. These and the original GD Subaru plates look amazing, and work just as well. They look like pieces you'd see as one-offs on someone's big $$$ custom...
Forum: Forced Induction 07-27-2015, 04:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,063
Posted By Draco-REX
He recommended a black hose shielding product...

He recommended a black hose shielding product called Fire Sleeve, I think. It wasn't available in the time I needed it, so I doubled up with a short length of titanium wrap and some of their...
Forum: Engine Swaps 07-26-2015, 03:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,282
Posted By Draco-REX
Look at the original Porsche Turbos. Wait for...

Look at the original Porsche Turbos. Wait for it... wait for it.. waaaiiitt foooor iiitt.... ..into the ditch.
Forum: Forced Induction 07-16-2015, 08:12 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
The guys at the shop let me put it on an empty...

The guys at the shop let me put it on an empty lift so I could get a look under the engine. ..so much oil.. It's going to suck to clean.

Anyways, got the skid plate off and I didn't have to pull...
Forum: Forced Induction 07-16-2015, 08:00 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 31,999
Posted By Draco-REX
I've driven big engine N/A cars, I've driven...

I've driven big engine N/A cars, I've driven turbocharged cars, and I've driven PD supercharged cars. I would rather have the response and power of a big N/A engine. But failing that, I'd rather a...
Forum: Forced Induction 07-14-2015, 05:57 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
Finally at home with a real keyboard. I'm...

Finally at home with a real keyboard.


I'm not looking for THE solution, I'm looking for solutionS. I believe it's best to approach a problem with as much info on-hand as possible. Depending on...
Forum: Forced Induction 07-13-2015, 03:33 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
1. I'm at work. 2. It's not at my house. ...

1. I'm at work.
2. It's not at my house.
3. After the rain today, it's probably parked in a puddle.

I may take a peek later this week. I'm also curious as to how it can lose so much oil...
Forum: Forced Induction 07-13-2015, 03:29 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,394
Posted By Draco-REX
Then I would ask myself, "Wouldn't I be better...

Then I would ask myself, "Wouldn't I be better off with a Corvette?"
Forum: Forced Induction 07-09-2015, 09:14 PM
Replies: 9,139
Views: 2,785,116
Posted By Draco-REX
If/when this one goes I'll give that a try.

If/when this one goes I'll give that a try.
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