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WHITE · 09-11-2013, 03:17 PM

Also interested in hearing short block pricing.

FullBlown · 09-11-2013, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tansey86

Sleeved 2.2 stroker please and thanks

lol, it had crossed our mind but I think we would be sitting on a pile of them for quite some time.

Maybe when we are settled into our new space, then we can get back to more heavy R&D work.

Moving these past few months have been brutal for us. I'm happy to say that we will never move again!

SmsAlSuwaidi · 09-11-2013, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FullBlown

We have short blocks available. A few different options. I will release the price and details shortly.

in for this info ASAP

FullBlown · 09-11-2013, 06:46 PM

We have a few of these motors running around with great results.
Here's a break down of our short blocks

FBM FA20 Short Blocks

Includes..

*Choice of 9:1 or 10:1 CP pistons
*FBM 1000Hp Connecting Rods

-Disassemble and Clean
-Machined Bores
-Balance Rotating assembly
-Blue print and assembly with custom clearances
-OEM bearings with custom clearances

Price $2995 with core

Adeets · 09-11-2013, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FullBlown

We have a few of these motors running around with great results.
Here's a break down of our short blocks

FBM FA20 Short Blocks

Includes..

*Choice of 9:1 or 10:1 CP pistons
*FBM 1000Hp Connecting Rods

-Disassemble and Clean
-Machined Bores
-Balance Rotating assembly
-Blue print and assembly with custom clearances
-OEM bearings with custom clearances

Price $2995 with core

Do you have any numbers for these cars on 92/93, how long does the build take, and where is your shop located?

Sportsguy83 · 09-11-2013, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FullBlown

We have a few of these motors running around with great results.
Here's a break down of our short blocks

FBM FA20 Short Blocks

Includes..

*Choice of 9:1 or 10:1 CP pistons
*FBM 1000Hp Connecting Rods

-Disassemble and Clean
-Machined Bores
-Balance Rotating assembly
-Blue print and assembly with custom clearances
-OEM bearings with custom clearances

Price $2995 with core

Honest ignorant question: Aren't the OEM bearings not holding in a few of the built engines so far when getting close to 20 psi?

Tansey86 · 09-11-2013, 08:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FullBlown

We have a few of these motors running around with great results.
Here's a break down of our short blocks

FBM FA20 Short Blocks

Includes..

*Choice of 9:1 or 10:1 CP pistons
*FBM 1000Hp Connecting Rods

-Disassemble and Clean
-Machined Bores
-Balance Rotating assembly
-Blue print and assembly with custom clearances
-OEM bearings with custom clearances

Price $2995 with core

Do you guys do any top end work? Head porting, valve train etc

mike the snake · 09-11-2013, 10:47 PM

I'm interested in the shortblocks as well.

Curious about the OEM bearing question too.

So, you have these short blocks built and ready to go? If I order one, can I get it and send my core back to you after I get it out of the car so as to save time?

I have one of your premium stage 1 turbo kits on order, and if a shortblock were available by the time my kit is ready, I may just spring for the extra cheddar and go big.

pmccut · 09-12-2013, 12:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike the snake

I'm interested in the shortblocks as well.

Curious about the OEM bearing question too.

So, you have these short blocks built and ready to go? If I order one, can I get it and send my core back to you after I get it out of the car so as to save time?

I have one of your premium stage 1 turbo kits on order, and if a shortblock were available by the time my kit is ready, I may just spring for the extra cheddar and go big.

Do it and give me a ride

solidONE · 09-12-2013, 12:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FullBlown

We've been working with a company here in the states to bring these rods to the market. I will release pricing soon, but they are 100% made in the US with top quality materials. They are rated to handle 1000hp easily.

We are not expecting to make that kind of power. We just like to over build things just for insurance.

Our shop FRS is still running strong on the stock motor but we are always looking for stronger and more reliable parts.

We will have 10 sets available by friday.

Picture of the FBM Rod vs OEM Rod

Is it just me or does the small end for the wrist pin look smaller in diameter than the factory unit? If so then that means if you use their rods, you'd have to use their pistons as well.

Also any specifics about the rod construction? 4130? 4150? Forged or just shot peened or both? Weights?

charged86 · 09-12-2013, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FullBlown

We have a few of these motors running around with great results.
Here's a break down of our short blocks

FBM FA20 Short Blocks

Includes..

*Choice of 9:1 or 10:1 CP pistons
*FBM 1000Hp Connecting Rods

-Disassemble and Clean
-Machined Bores
-Balance Rotating assembly
-Blue print and assembly with custom clearances
-OEM bearings with custom clearances

Price $2995 with core

this is extremely affordable!!!!!!!!!!!!

howardf · 09-12-2013, 10:37 AM

I'm also curious on the engine build time.

FullBlown · 09-12-2013, 11:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FullBlown

We have a few of these motors running around with great results.
Here's a break down of our short blocks

FBM FA20 Short Blocks

Includes..

*Choice of 9:1 or 10:1 CP pistons
*FBM 1000Hp Connecting Rods

-Disassemble and Clean
-Machined Bores
-Balance Rotating assembly
-Blue print and assembly with custom clearances
-OEM bearings with custom clearances

Price $2995 with core

Quote:

Originally Posted by Adeets

Do you have any numbers for these cars on 92/93, how long does the build take, and where is your shop located?

We only have results on very poor Canadian 91 pump gas. The worst gas you can possibly buy comes from thunder bay lol. The car would not run without picking up knock so we were forced to lower the compression.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sportsguy83

Honest ignorant question: Aren't the OEM bearings not holding in a few of the built engines so far when getting close to 20 psi?

People will be quick to blame the bearing material when there is a failure but, there are many variables that affect the bearing.

A properly balanced, clearance d motor should be able to cool the bearing down and not create friction. Lubrication is key to keeping things happy.

Theoretically, the bearing should never make contact with the parts if the oiling and clearance is good.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tansey86

Do you guys do any top end work? Head porting, valve train etc

The FA20 Heads from factory, comes with very nice ports to begin with. A slight port job and upgraded springs, retainers is all we feel is necessary.

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike the snake

I'm interested in the shortblocks as well.

Curious about the OEM bearing question too.

So, you have these short blocks built and ready to go? If I order one, can I get it and send my core back to you after I get it out of the car so as to save time?

I have one of your premium stage 1 turbo kits on order, and if a shortblock were available by the time my kit is ready, I may just spring for the extra cheddar and go big.

We do have a core here ready to swap. It is about 1.5-2 weeks turn around time. We will refund the core deposit once we receive your block.

Quote:

Originally Posted by solidONE

Is it just me or does the small end for the wrist pin look smaller in diameter than the factory unit? If so then that means if you use their rods, you'd have to use their pistons as well.

Also any specifics about the rod construction? 4130? 4150? Forged or just shot peened or both? Weights?

Our rods will fit any off the shelf Piston. 4340 heat treated, shot peened, 566 grams

Quote:

Originally Posted by howardf

I'm also curious on the engine build time.

1.5-2 weeks

Tansey86 · 09-12-2013, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FullBlown

The FA20 Heads from factory, comes with very nice ports to begin with. A slight port job and upgraded springs, retainers is all we feel is necessary.

Can you PM a price of sending you the whole motor to get the bottom end built along with the above?

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09-11-2013, 03:17 PM	#43
WHITE Thats pretty neat Join Date: Jun 2013 Drives: LOADING...... Location: Wilkes-barre, pa Posts: 201 Thanks: 114 Thanked 95 Times in 67 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Also interested in hearing short block pricing.

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FullBlown Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: Scion FRS Location: MN Posts: 1,171 Thanks: 242 Thanked 2,026 Times in 548 Posts Mentioned: 298 Post(s) Tagged: 4 Thread(s)	We have a few of these motors running around with great results. Here's a break down of our short blocks FBM FA20 Short Blocks Includes.. Choice of 9:1 or 10:1 CP pistons FBM 1000Hp Connecting Rods -Disassemble and Clean -Machined Bores -Balance Rotating assembly -Blue print and assembly with custom clearances -OEM bearings with custom clearances Price $2995 with core

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mike the snake Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Drives: 2013 BRZ Location: Norcal Posts: 1,592 Thanks: 1 Thanked 623 Times in 378 Posts Mentioned: 15 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I'm interested in the shortblocks as well. Curious about the OEM bearing question too. So, you have these short blocks built and ready to go? If I order one, can I get it and send my core back to you after I get it out of the car so as to save time? I have one of your premium stage 1 turbo kits on order, and if a shortblock were available by the time my kit is ready, I may just spring for the extra cheddar and go big.

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