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Draco-REX
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Engine Swaps
05-09-2018, 08:43 PM
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2017 BRZ VORSHLAG/PURE AUTOMOTIVE LS SWAP
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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
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My Shift Knob. Post yours too
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1,094,958
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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
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142
Honda J series v6 swap?
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56,717
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
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Honda J series v6 swap?
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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
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123
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
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51,342
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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....
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Forced Induction
12-20-2015, 08:59 PM
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39
Turbocharge vs. Supercharge vs. None
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7,584
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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
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123
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
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51,342
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
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433
F/I Blowing motors facts
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105,192
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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
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123
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
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51,342
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
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73
Boost, N/A or trade her in ?
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14,082
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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
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123
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
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51,342
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
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123
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
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51,342
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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
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123
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
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51,342
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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
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1,648
JDL Auto Design - 2014 Exhaust Products
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486,465
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
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1,648
JDL Auto Design - 2014 Exhaust Products
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486,465
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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
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18
FI rebuild tips internal mods?
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3,877
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!
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
10-27-2015, 05:54 PM
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7
Big Brake Kits
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4,001
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...
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Forced Induction
10-20-2015, 08:42 PM
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123
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
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51,342
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
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123
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
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51,342
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
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123
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
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51,342
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
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70
heat management, CF hood alternative
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39,482
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
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48
RACECOMP ENGINEERING Street Camber Plates for Subaru BRZ & Scion FR-S
Views:
19,154
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
Cleaning DEI Titanium Turbo Blanket
Views:
4,172
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
Engine Swap Idea
Views:
4,327
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
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
Views:
51,342
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
Why Supercharged Instead of Turbo?
Views:
32,657
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
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
Views:
51,342
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
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
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51,342
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
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123
Pop goes the BRZ. Advice please. UPDATE
Views:
51,342
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
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9,139
Innovate (Sprintex) Supercharger Owners Topic
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2,841,931
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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