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Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions

04-27-2017, 03:49 PM

Replies: 1,007

2014 C7 Chevrolet Corvette

Views: 295,774

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

Wheel stud replacement

Views: 184,016

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: 1,305

Another V8 Swap

Views: 321,340

Posted By modernbeat

We bought one also.

We bought one also.

Forum: Engine Swaps

01-12-2017, 04:10 PM

Replies: 1,305

Another V8 Swap

Views: 321,340

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: 1,305

Another V8 Swap

Views: 321,340

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 Swaps

10-10-2016, 04:22 PM

Replies: 749

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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

04-18-2016, 07:06 PM

Replies: 749

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

Posted By modernbeat

You'd be wrong.

You'd be wrong.

Forum: Engine Swaps

02-01-2016, 10:58 AM

Replies: 749

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting

07-21-2015, 12:41 PM

Replies: 4,833

SCCA Solo C Street Discussion

Views: 1,210,216

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

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

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...

Forum: Engine Swaps

07-02-2015, 03:18 PM

Replies: 749

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

Posted By modernbeat

Well, thanks for the trust. :iono: We have...

Well, thanks for the trust. :iono:

We have had two professionals, that sound just like you, look at it and bail.

Now I'm doing the programming myself. And it's not rocket science (which was my...

Forum: Engine Swaps

06-28-2015, 03:18 PM

Replies: 165

CAN BUS - for DIY swappers, HELP! Engineers / shops welcome

Views: 113,446

Posted By modernbeat

I'm doing the programming to make a third party...

I'm doing the programming to make a third party ECM talk to the OEM ECM to make swaps easier. We'll debut it on Rick's V8 swap.

Forum: Engine Swaps

06-25-2015, 12:05 AM

Replies: 749

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

Posted By modernbeat

Not a sponsor here, so no.

Not a sponsor here, so no.

Forum: Engine Swaps

06-24-2015, 03:30 PM

Replies: 749

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

Posted By modernbeat

I think it went from 55% front weight with the...

I think it went from 55% front weight with the flat four to 53% front weight with the LSx.

Forum: Engine Swaps

06-23-2015, 07:29 PM

Replies: 749

Vorshlag LSX kit

Views: 305,914

Posted By modernbeat

The forum is updated sporadically. Rick is...

The forum is updated sporadically. Rick is updated more often by email. He can choose to share it or not. The gallery is updated weekly.

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

06-16-2014, 03:49 PM

Replies: 24,605

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,235,903

Posted By modernbeat

There's been a lot of work done to it, but it...

There's been a lot of work done to it, but it doesn't photograph well. Both the engine and trans mounts are finished and powdercoated. We are putting the accessories on the engine and doing the...

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

06-12-2014, 07:12 PM

Replies: 24,605

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,235,903

Posted By modernbeat

To support the LS2 in the engine bay. ...

To support the LS2 in the engine bay.

http://vorshlag.smugmug.com/Projects/Alpha-FR-s-LS3-Vorshlag/i-btSBDQq/1/M/_DSC7718-M.jpg

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

06-04-2014, 05:10 PM

Replies: 24,605

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,235,903

Posted By modernbeat

What did I do...put a Tremec transmission in it! ...

What did I do...put a Tremec transmission in it!

http://vorshlag.smugmug.com/Projects/Alpha-FR-s-LS3-Vorshlag/i-WqRLRRC/0/M/trans-M.jpg

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

04-09-2014, 01:54 PM

Replies: 24,605

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,235,903

Posted By modernbeat

What was done today? Put an LS3 in it! ...

What was done today? Put an LS3 in it!

http://vorshlag.smugmug.com/Projects/Alpha-FR-s-LS3-Vorshlag/i-8ttDzwQ/1/M/_DSC7711-M.jpg

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

04-01-2014, 12:29 PM

Replies: 13

Hoosier Street Tire! - Finally!

Views: 3,755

Posted By modernbeat

Hoosier Street Tire! - Finally!

Looks like a new contender in the competition street tire market.

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