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Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Chassis 07-19-2017, 11:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,920
Posted By modernbeat
These are actually BETTER than the Moton dampers...

These are actually BETTER than the Moton dampers and similarly priced JRZ sets. The MCS have updates that the Motons lack, and have much better QC than the JRZ.

This ad is for is a competition...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 04-27-2017, 03:49 PM
Replies: 1,007
Views: 294,828
Posted By modernbeat
I know, zombie quote. But practical displacements...

I know, zombie quote. But practical displacements on the LS blocks are about 468ci (7.66L) on a stock deck height block and 524ci (8.6L) on a tall deck block.

Those are the LS based motors we use...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 01-31-2017, 03:12 PM
Replies: 267
Views: 182,899
Posted By modernbeat
No. 3mm can be safe, depending on the pad depth...

No. 3mm can be safe, depending on the pad depth of the wheel.
Forum: Engine Swaps 01-25-2017, 06:55 PM
Replies: 1,304
Views: 318,169
Posted By modernbeat
We bought one also.

We bought one also.
Forum: Engine Swaps 01-12-2017, 04:10 PM
Replies: 1,304
Views: 318,169
Posted By modernbeat
Um...it's a series. And it's held at tracks all...

Um...it's a series. And it's held at tracks all over the US. In the Texas Region there are nine events for 2017. We ran a 2011 S197 Mustang and set a lot of track records, a C4 Corvette, and now an...
Forum: Engine Swaps 01-11-2017, 06:42 PM
Replies: 1,304
Views: 318,169
Posted By modernbeat
Don't worry. We will be swapping our car JUST for...

Don't worry. We will be swapping our car JUST for NASA Time Trials. Think big-big motor and big-big tire.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-13-2016, 01:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,088
Posted By modernbeat
Exactly how many cars are we talking about,...

Exactly how many cars are we talking about, because in my view, it's a very, very small market. Small enough that shops that do this are not clamoring for it. Small enough that I'd consider it's...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-13-2016, 01:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,088
Posted By modernbeat
The main issue is that the FA20 engine is about...

The main issue is that the FA20 engine is about six or eight inches further forward than the LSx engine. Even with the extended length T56 the shifter would have to be extended a huge amount....
Forum: Engine Swaps 10-10-2016, 04:22 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
The fuel system is very similar to both the GD...

The fuel system is very similar to both the GD Subaru STi and E36 BMW systems.

All the solutions for those have some compromise, but are better than nothing. First make sure the issue really is...
Forum: Engine Swaps 10-03-2016, 01:06 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
Yes, I'm sure you can purchase it. I expect...

Yes, I'm sure you can purchase it. I expect ground clearance to not be affected beyond the low point of the box sections under the floor.

I think the low point of your car isn't the headers, but...
Forum: Engine Swaps 09-29-2016, 04:45 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
Swaybar is coming Rick. We're just developing it...

Swaybar is coming Rick. We're just developing it on another car.
Forum: Engine Swaps 07-19-2016, 12:52 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
We have the old pricing, but it has gone up a...

We have the old pricing, but it has gone up a little since we bought one and I'm waiting for our builder to give me the current pricing.
Forum: Engine Swaps 04-20-2016, 11:03 AM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
Figured. :D

Figured. :D
Forum: Engine Swaps 04-19-2016, 07:26 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
Thanks NoHome. It's -so- easy to do a one off...

Thanks NoHome. It's -so- easy to do a one off part. It's so much more difficult to do a production run without letting the costs get away from you, and make sure that all the parts are identical, and...
Forum: Engine Swaps 04-19-2016, 02:58 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
He's either a hater, or impatient. One or the...

He's either a hater, or impatient. One or the other. Sorry, but that's how I see it.

We have had a large number of people that have contacted us for a kit. Even asking for us to expedite -just...
Forum: Engine Swaps 04-18-2016, 07:06 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
You'd be wrong.

You'd be wrong.
Forum: Engine Swaps 02-01-2016, 10:58 AM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
The trans can be ordered from just about any...

The trans can be ordered from just about any major Tremec dealer, or provided.
Forum: Engine Swaps 12-22-2015, 12:37 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
Sorry guys, we don't do business on this forum....

Sorry guys, we don't do business on this forum. Just answering questions related to Rick's build.
Forum: Engine Swaps 12-15-2015, 05:30 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
I expect a short run of headers and...

I expect a short run of headers and engine/transmission mounts will be available in February.
Forum: Engine Swaps 09-21-2015, 10:51 AM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
Any of the non-EGR intakes should work. The EGR...

Any of the non-EGR intakes should work. The EGR compatible intakes have a longer neck for the throttle body that could interfere with the stock hood.
Forum: Engine Swaps 09-16-2015, 08:13 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
We will put together a FAQ for the BRZ like we...

We will put together a FAQ for the BRZ like we did for the BMW E36 that will contain those part numbers. The front accessories aren't a buy-and-bolt solution. We made a couple custom parts to make it...
Forum: Engine Swaps 09-14-2015, 03:01 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
I don't have the bellhousing measurement, but...

I don't have the bellhousing measurement, but from the BACK of the bellhousing to the center of the shifter stub was 28.4" or so.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 08-14-2015, 08:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,775
Posted By modernbeat
Not made in the USA. Chinese import from BSR,...

Not made in the USA. Chinese import from BSR, which is an acronym for Beijing Shenzhou Rodia
Forum: Engine Swaps 08-13-2015, 11:20 AM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
We have all the parts in house for the ECU...

We have all the parts in house for the ECU integration. But we have not sold them to Rick yet. I have not completed the programming necessary, as I need the car and ECU here at the shop to do it.
...
Forum: Engine Swaps 07-24-2015, 02:18 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
Without having a RHD car to verify, I can't be...

Without having a RHD car to verify, I can't be sure, but everything except the headers should fit.

On our BMW kits the motor mounts push the engine over to the right for more steering to header...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-21-2015, 12:41 PM
Replies: 4,833
Views: 1,204,102
Posted By modernbeat
If someone sends Vorshlag the springs, we will...

If someone sends Vorshlag the springs, we will rate them and publish the info for the community.

If after rating the springs, someone can measure the installed height with the car on the ground...
Forum: Engine Swaps 07-09-2015, 06:16 PM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
Rick is correct. We had Tremec custom build the...

Rick is correct. We had Tremec custom build the Magnum XL for us with the GM bellhousing and input shaft. It should be a catalog item in the future.

While I can't say it with absolute certainty, I...
Forum: Engine Swaps 07-09-2015, 01:45 AM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
Rick has been getting private photos and email...

Rick has been getting private photos and email updates since then. He's shared a portion of them with the group. Terry did a massive update to the thread, as was noted. We tried to keep the momentum...
Forum: Engine Swaps 07-08-2015, 11:05 AM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
Short answer, yes. Long answer, you will...

Short answer, yes.

Long answer, you will have to do a lot more work on the car outside of the kit components to support that engine and it's potential power.
Forum: Engine Swaps 07-07-2015, 02:20 AM
Replies: 749
Views: 304,215
Posted By modernbeat
I always put my real name, and usually my actual...

I always put my real name, and usually my actual photo in forums just so people will know who they are talking to. No surprises. You can hold me accountable for good and bad.

FWIW I've been...
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