m-rod's 99 GTZ

[ALCALA]

It sounds like the sc ss. My friend had one. They are very fun to drive.

[wetamup2k3g]

That was dope Matt! Pull after pull, she just keeps on trucking. I know the GTO and those other faster cars were like "the fuck? How is he getting it like that?"

[Black8GV6]

Dang, I want a 3.8 swap now. Time to do some reading now.

[M-Rod]

Thanks for the good words guys! It was probably one of the most exciting weekends I've ever experienced. After my disappointment at the drag strip, it starts to put things into perspective when I'm holding my own and pulling on cars that run low 13's. Launching FWD will forever be my nemesis, but at this point I'll be happy knowing it's solid from a roll and on the road course. Hopefully soon I'll throw together some video of a few laps around the track. Although most of it's cruising around the track, I did find some time where a pack of us would maintain some good speed through some of the corners. Couldn't go too hard though because I wasn't in the mood to get kicked off the track.

[DEADEYES]

It sounds like the sc ss. My friend had one. They are very fun to drive.

The turbo one's are so much better in every aspect though. Way more power and better suspension lol
But they're still cool cars :D

That being said I would love to see some full laps of that 8g passing cars left and right on a track lol

[M-Rod]

^You're not kidding about the Cobalt SS/TC being superior in comparison to the SS/SC! I know most of the Cobalt/Ion/G5 group from my local area, and I watch them all try new things and every time it seems the turbo SS's own the supercharged SS's. The only thing that puts the supercharged SS's on the turbo level is replacing the M62 blower with the TVS and a smaller pulley. Then things start to get interesting.

[DEADEYES]

^ Word. I would still rock all of those cars though, but if I'm honest I HATE the dash of Ion redline. Super ugly to say the least.

[greddy]

Yeah fwd launching sucks I tried drag racing this weekend

[Isaurio]

Did u guys adjust timing to launch the car?

From 800-5k at the 10 load cell u need to decrease timing by 5-8. One, when u try to 2 step at that load engine knocks and pcm will decrease timing. Making it a suck as already suck fwd launch.

If you dont have flash on knock u wont know what im talking about.

[8thLS6]

Love the cars power and interior..always liked the vids from inside your car cause you get to see both lol. But what crossed your mind when the truck broke loose @ 2:58 iirc lol. I know with my measly 6g72 I would've been like "clearly this is not going to end in my favor". And definitely with the vette lol Nice runs

[TargaTop]

Ok I might get heat for this and Ive been away from the forum for sometime, That said I am loving these 6G75 swaps and I have to ask because it hasnt been mentioned and I might just be way overthinking this. I keep pondering about the ignition and firing sequence. Do the 72,74, and 75 have the same firing order?

[M-Rod]

They do. And the distributor is a direct fit replacement for the individual coils found originally on the 6G75.

[TargaTop]

Does the clutch/flywheel spec change from one engine to the other? Do you need a 75 specific clutch kit and flywheel or are all 6g7*'s again interchangable for this?

[M-Rod]

You can still use the 6g72 flywheel and clutch. Just make sure you upgrade to a stage 2 clutch to handle the increased torque load. Anything higher than that and you WILL blow your differential, unless you have a Wavetrac or Quaife.

[M-Rod]

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20130820_194032_zps979bc854.jpg

Energy engine mount inserts arrived today. Solid urethane, no relief holes, exactly what I've been waiting for. The included cross member bushings are a nice addition. These should be in the car Saturday to cure my Prothane woes.

[wetamup2k3g]

Oh, they're still red, I thought Energy's only came in black for some reason. You know red mounts give you that extra 50 HP lol!

[M-Rod]

They're available in red or black. I chose red so they would still match my 2 Prothane bushings that are staying. Although they won't give me the extra 50hp you speak of (as a joke I know), there will be an update here soon that should be capable of that type of increase.

[TargaTop]

....there will be an update here soon that should be capable of that type of increase.

I'm on pins and needles

[keith6110]

Matt you did the A-arm prothanes correct? I noticed an increase in handling response after.

[wetamup2k3g]

They're available in red or black. I chose red so they would still match my 2 Prothane bushings that are staying. Although they won't give me the extra 50hp you speak of (as a joke I know), there will be an update here soon that should be capable of that type of increase.

Stickers! They ALWAYS add 50hp!

Lol don't pay me any attention, I know if you say you got a power mod coming, it's gonna be dope. Can't wait homie!

[Galantman03]

no3/ meth kit?

[M-Rod]

Keith, I did. They freshened up the front end quite a bit. Along with new I/O tie rod ends and ball joints, the improvement up front makes the car feel like new.

Greg, it's the TGC sticker making all the difference!

Jared, nitrous may be a last ditch effort after what I have planned if I do decide on more power. I'll keep the thread posted as things come into motion. The parts probably wont be installed until Winter/Spring, but I can drool over them a few months.

And while at it, here's a little update. The weekend at Powercruise proved to be an abusive one.

Here's the front Prothane mount.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20130713_114915_zps64c94109.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20130713_114915_zps64c94109.jpg.html)

And the rear.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20130713_114946_zps4d3e90c1.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20130713_114946_zps4d3e90c1.jpg.html)

Upon removal, they are squashed and torn.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20130823_153744_zpsb79cac2b.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20130823_153744_zpsb79cac2b.jpg.html)

The solution. Energy Suspension, Engine mount inserts. Solid urethane, and another successful day at the Silvertune Garage.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20130823_152752_zpsebf00e1e.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20130823_152752_zpsebf00e1e.jpg.html)

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20130823_153853_zpsd550d199.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20130823_153853_zpsd550d199.jpg.html)

[foxbrand]

no3/ meth kit?

nitrate, when regular nitrous oxide isn't enough? lol

[GTMitsu]

I know his secret, but I won't tell.

Bribes are accepted. /pm for details.

[mko]

whats the part number for the support bushings?

[M-Rod]

I'm not sure that Energy sells them individually. Mine came with the front and rear motor mount inserts as a kit.

[mysticj]

P/n 2476

[M-Rod]

Found some pictures on a memory card from Powercruise this past Summer. These will have to do until the real parts gathering takes place soon.

About to let it rip down the main straightaway.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/IMG001_zps90d86360.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/IMG001_zps90d86360.jpg.html)

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/IMG004_zps8e16f12c.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/IMG004_zps8e16f12c.jpg.html)

Staging.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/IMG003_zps9ccc4389.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/IMG003_zps9ccc4389.jpg.html)

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/IMG002_zpsf77e73dc.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/IMG002_zpsf77e73dc.jpg.html)

[Guzm4n]

Nice pics, this one's my favorite because all you see is a bunch of muscle cars & then in the middle, a sleeper Galant

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/IMG002_zpsf77e73dc.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/IMG002_zpsf77e73dc.jpg.html)

[Ivory8g]

Looks so unassuming yet so menacing. Love it


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[keith6110]

So awesome seeing a galant in that group of classic cars / muscle cars. They probably laugh then on the track are saying "Damn, not bad!" lol.

I didn't realize there were prothane support bushings available. I need replace an engine mount anyway, might look for a kit.

[Galantman03]

Is this at the MAP Proving Grounds? Looks tight!

[Silvertune]

Gonna need a set of valve stems sometime soon Matt. Once I'm on winter break here I'm gonna go ham on a few projects and you happen to be on the list.

[8thLS6]

Best looking car out of the three imo, not even being biased lol

[M-Rod]

Nice pics, this one's my favorite because all you see is a bunch of muscle cars & then in the middle, a sleeper Galant
Yeah I look wayyy out of place there.


Looks so unassuming yet so menacing. Love it


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Exactly my plan. It's an easy car to overlook, but once you notice it, business is underway!


So awesome seeing a galant in that group of classic cars / muscle cars. They probably laugh then on the track are saying "Damn, not bad!" lol.

I didn't realize there were prothane support bushings available. I need replace an engine mount anyway, might look for a kit.
Yeah, I gave the Charger a run for the money. I got my ass handed to me on a few occasions there though for a handful of reasons. The obvious power difference, but also my motor mounts were shot, and the RS-3's are terrible tires for the strip. Also the rear of the car is too soft to launch, as it squats badly. I'm hoping coilovers will help solve that problem for next year.

As far as the bushings go, Energy is what you'll want if you already have Prothane. The Energy kit comes only with the front and rear mount, but also includes the cross-member bushings.


Is this at the MAP Proving Grounds? Looks tight!
It's actually at Powercruise. Same track, different weekend-long event. It's still a blast though.


Gonna need a set of valve stems sometime soon Matt. Once I'm on winter break here I'm gonna go ham on a few projects and you happen to be on the list.
Awesome! I'll order in a set within the next few days here. Looks like this will bring a nice little update soon to build some anticipation.


Best looking car out of the three imo, not even being biased lol
Maybe if you're talking about the LX platform cars up there, but the fourth picture, when lined up to get a pass on the strip, I can point out a handful of cars I would rather have in a heartbeat. Primarily that red 'Vette.

[4g63lover]

howd you get the old bushing out of the crossmember?

[M-Rod]

They sometimes fall out. Otherwise they're barely held in and can be pulled off by hand.

[[DC_eightG_00]]

Awesome pictures.. Every time I see this I can't help but smile.. Nothing better than proving people wrong with our cars lol

[M-Rod]

Thanks Danny! I must say its been a fun ride so far, being able to hold my own in what's "just a Galant" to most people. Next year will only be better.

[8thLS6]

Lol yeah the only pic that loaded at the time for me was the one with the lx cars. Now that I see the others, I would hand over my keys for the red vette. Other wise I'd still prefer your car regardless of the others power. I kinda prefer new school muscle over old school in looks, but they're all clean in there own right.

[GTMitsu]

Matt, where have you been hiding?

[M-Rod]

The car has been 2.5 hours away up north for the winter. It'll come back soon though. Once I have a garage, its on!

[GTMitsu]

Excuses, excuses. It's only an hour and half away for me. Want me to go work on it? I can't guarantee I wont put any stickerz or sweet racing stripes on it though.

[M-Rod]

I was hoping you could install the neon underglow for me

[GTMitsu]

Funny story there...I actually have some in my garage. Had it installed the first summer I owned my car, back when I was a dumass ricer.

It's red, too.

[M-Rod]

Got bushings?
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140220_211549_zpskitum0la.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140220_211549_zpskitum0la.jpg.html)

The entire rear suspension kit from Prothane. These will find their way onto the car when I get it home from storage soon, along with a fully refinished rear subframe.

[Silvertune]

After last night there is at least 4 feet of heavy snow in front of the garage right. It is as I've always said, glory is not given but earned.

[gojirars]

After last night there is at least 4 feet of heavy snow in front of the garage right. It is as I've always said, glory is not given but earned.

Wholeheartedly agree, spent most of my morning shoveling since snowblower is down.

[Galantman03]

dude, for the rear? i've been trying to find some lol

[M-Rod]

The snow removal required to get the car home this year will put last year to shame, but it will be worth it. We have a fun trip ahead of us.

Jared, yeah its the entire rear kit for a 2G. It comes with a few extra bushings that the 3G kit doesn't include.

[keith6110]

Good tip ordering the 2g kit instead of 3g!

[oakrdrs187]

Can we get some part numbers to buy for front and rear. That kit looks awesome.

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[Drunkoffjuic]

:clay: Hello!!



Stud.....

[8thLS6]

Nice, I bet it'll handle like its on rails even more so

[M-Rod]

The 2G Rear Prothane Bushing kit will be an experiment. I haven't seen anybody confirm it yet, but Silvertune has a full 2G rear suspension at his disposal, and after investigation, it seems the bushings will fit the same. I will keep fitment confirmation on hold until they are installed on my car.

Today another piece of the puzzle arrived.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/Mobile%20Uploads/20140306_194110_zpsg38tyx9v.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20140306_194110_zpsg38tyx9v.jpg.html)

[keith6110]

Nice, evo 9 seats =)

Do they mount right up to our seat brackets or no?

[M-Rod]

I'll need to either make a bracket or at least some kind of adapters to mount it to since the holes wont line up.

Drunkoffjuic also informed me that www.wedgebrackets.com has brackets already made to adapt these into our cars. That's what he did to mount his Evo Recaros into his 3G.

[Ivory8g]

those seats are amazing to sit in

[8thLS6]

those seats are amazing to sit in

Couldn't agree more. Never felt so secure yet comfortable. Friend had em in his civic

[keith6110]

Look like some nice brackets! Awesome thanks Matt =)

[GTMitsu]

The snow removal required to get the car home this year will put last year to shame, but it will be worth it. We have a fun trip ahead of us.


When ya planning on heading up there?

[M-Rod]

Next Sunday. Then a major teardown begins.

[Galantman03]

Teardown? did I miss something?

[Silvertune]

If we get that dude to plow it out ahead of time I predict we have it down to bare frame by this hour Sunday night.

[wetamup2k3g]

Teardown? did I miss something?

X2??

[M-Rod]

Everything forward of the firewall. Going to take care of the engine bay since it's showing some age, as well as cleaning it up a bit. The motor will get torn down to the short block and go back together with some breathing help, and the entire rear suspension will be getting some attention as well. The interior will also be stripped and put back together with only the necessary items to look complete.

In short, its going to be a scramble to get this thing on the road by the end of April for MAP's Boost for Boobies.

[xd_01]

Im looking forward to seeing this all go down!!

[Ivory8g]

The interior strip and reassemble to look complete is one of the best mods. No joke. Road noise barely increases


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[M-Rod]

I've already removed the padding under the carpet a few years ago, but now it's time to go back and clean up the last of it, including SRS, ABS, and most of the HVAC.

[GTMitsu]

If you want some extra muscle, let me know. I have nothing planned for next Sunday.

[Silvertune]

The interior strip and reassemble to look complete is one of the best mods. No joke. Road noise barely increases

Agreed. Car smells better too. Only noise I've ever picked up was fuel sloshing in the tank once in awhile after doing it to three cars now.

[Galantman03]

I was thinking about doing that, but I kinda like full interior

[Ivory8g]

Agreed. Car smells better too. Only noise I've ever picked up was fuel sloshing in the tank once in awhile after doing it to three cars now.
Hah! I thought it was just me with the car smell. Only thing i noticed was i hear gravel under my car on the highway and the evo x pump is audible now.


I was thinking about doing that, but I kinda like full interior
Only thoughts im having is putting some new pre molded black carpet in when i change the seats.

[M-Rod]

Good news today. The car is finally home, after making the annual 5 hour trip with Silvertune to get the car back from storage. This time though, for the last time. The Galant is now in it's permanent home.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140316_145750_zpsre5b1fa6.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140316_145750_zpsre5b1fa6.jpg.html)

It will see a major deconstruction starting within the next few days. Updates will be posted as necessary.

Until then, here are the last sound clips of my 6g75 in stock longblock form.

http://youtu.be/3kOg5PguZSs

[GTMitsu]

Sounds like chit. :)

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[8thLS6]

Haha nice, like how the clips transition from title to vrooooom. What ever happened to your 3g muffler?

[M-Rod]

I ended up giving that muffler to a friend of mine was looking to return his 3G back to stock.

The car as of tonight.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140320_233110_zpst35tjdv1.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140320_233110_zpst35tjdv1.jpg.html)

[GTMitsu]

Y u post same pics here as C3G? I came here for details. DEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEtails.

[M-Rod]

You'll see some details soon enough. Besides, I'm pretty sure you know whats going down.

[M-Rod]

Got enough crap removed tonight to get a closer look at what I'm dealing with in the bay. It definitely needs a makeover.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140321_214444_zps2483yjdz.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140321_214444_zps2483yjdz.jpg.html)

Cleaned up a sample area rather easily. I have a feeling it will go easy enough.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140321_221551_zpsmyzcdjp5.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140321_221551_zpsmyzcdjp5.jpg.html)

Upon removing the y-pipe for the headers I found where my pesky exhaust leak was coming from. At least it'll be a simple fix.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140321_221957_zpsrome5bmt.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140321_221957_zpsrome5bmt.jpg.html)

And from the inside.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140321_222017_zpsy2ejj3nz.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140321_222017_zpsy2ejj3nz.jpg.html)

[M-Rod]

Today the interior received the bulk of attention. All that's left to do is remove the rest of the a/c components and sound deadening mat. After that, make and install a blockoff panel on the firewall where the a/c lines bolt to the expansion valve. Then it goes back together with only the essentials.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140323_190540_zpsgysl6z8z.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140323_190540_zpsgysl6z8z.jpg.html)

Once the interior is back together, I'll be turning the attention back to this mess.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140323_190625_zpskbnstkwd.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140323_190625_zpskbnstkwd.jpg.html)

[Galantman03]

Are you keeping the hvac unit itself? If so, I just cut a piece of plastic about the size to cover that hole, drill a hole into it, so I could just put the cover on, and use the bolt that the a/c bolted with to bolt the cover down.

YOU MUST DO A WIRE TUCK
LOL


Are you going to sand down the bay and repaint it?

[M-Rod]

I think I'll end up blocking it from the inside. That way it's fairly flush from the bay side of the firewall.

Wiring will be somewhat tucked when it goes back together. I want to clean it up a bit. We'll see how involved I decide to get when the time comes.

The bay will get coated in black POR-15. I'm grinding down all the rust first. As you can see, I have plenty to remove on the driver's side of the bay before I get to that though.

[Galantman03]

Yeah, I see that. I wish I would have used POR, there is just a little rust coming back in mine through the seams that I couldn't sand out. Looking good though. How long do you think will take you?

[M-Rod]

I'm not sure how long it'll take yet. My ultimate goal is to have the car back together, running, and ready to hit the dyno at Boost for Boobies at MAP, which is April 26th. It's hard to say if it'll happen, but I feel like setting that goal will help give me something to shoot for.

[6G72gearhead]

That is exactly where my car was rusting around the strut tower, I sanded it down, blasted out all the dust and brush painted por-15 on to really get into the seams. Should keep it from becoming in issue for a long time, it just makes for a little more work to make it look pretty again.

[keith6110]

Just a tip on your engine bay rust.. If you can clean up and shoot some paint from under the shock tower mount, I believe you won't have rust issues at the seam anymore.

Looking good so far =)

[GTMitsu]

Are you using those flap discs on a grinder? Those work very well for that type of stuff.

[M-Rod]

Keith, thats exactly what I plan on doing. I'm pretty sure thats where the strut tower problems come from. All the salt and road junk splashes up and blasts the underside, then sits between the strut and tower.

Alex, I've been using wire wheels. So far, they're doing a fine job.

[6G72gearhead]

The problem I had was where the strut tower mates to the frame rail, there was a small section that had completely rusted through. That part was cut out and patched with high strength sheet steel then coated in por-15 to keep it from becoming an issue again. Watch rust in that area because any hole in that section could lead to the strut tower fracturing and eventually failing completely.

[M-Rod]

I'll keep that in mind. Although that section has a bit of rust on my car it seemed structurally sound. I'll make sure of it before the por is applied for good measure.

[6G72gearhead]

You should be able to see it pretty well when you wire wheel the paint and rust away. Look on the inside of the wheel well and if its bubbled the coating on the inside. That is how I discovered how bad mine was.

[M-Rod]

Thanks for the tip. I'll remember that next time I'm working in the garage.

[M-Rod]

Came home from work yesterday to see these had arrived.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/wrx440s_zps6c4dd5b0.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/wrx440s_zps6c4dd5b0.jpg.html)

[M-Rod]

SRS and ABS wiring in the process of being removed.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140406_233044_zpsyjfr9xix.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140406_233044_zpsyjfr9xix.jpg.html)

[2002BlackDragon]

Is that the 3g steering wheel?

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[99galantES]

^^Yes it is

[keith6110]

440 wrx injectors? Did you buy 8 of them? That's what I did with the evo 560's. No one wanted to sell 2, I can see why though lol.

[M-Rod]

I was lucky enough to buy 2 of them separately from somebody who had to buy 8 to get the 6 he needed. After that, I bought the typical set of 4.

[GTMitsu]

Holy shit. That's a gory interior. I'd go crosseyed trying to figure that out.

[2002BlackDragon]

I still really want to do that swap. Looks very nice.

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[OMEGA PHX]

This is about to get interesting with some cammed v6 power ;)

[M-Rod]

Holy shit. That's a gory interior. I'd go crosseyed trying to figure that out.

Yeah it's a bit of a mess right now. I plan to have it coming back into shape by the end of the week.


This is about to get interesting with some cammed v6 power ;)

Ohh yes it will! I just need to get my ass in gear and get back to work on it.

[keith6110]

Which cams did you decide to use!? I'm searching around a bit and ofcourse RPW's stage 2 and HKS spec 272/300 stands out...

I was planning to use 6g75 galant cams / rockers if I don't go the RPW route.

[Silvertune]

You can't put 75 rockers into 74/72 heads...

[M-Rod]

The parts will be unveiled as installed. Hopefully sooner than later. It's just a matter of keeping my motivation level up.

[GTMitsu]

MOTIVATION? I'm sorry, Mr. Handicapped Man. Do you understand sign language? Can you read lips? Well if you don't get your sally ass out in that garage, I'm gonna put my foot in your ass, is that clear dummy?

[M-Rod]

Clear as mud. In fact, once I'm done eating, the garage is where I'm headed.

[keith6110]

You can't put 75 rockers into 74/72 heads...

Thanks for the heads up lol. It would be $ if I found a 6g75 galant in the yard; had a few 4g69's come through already. I don't need to pay that ebay premium lol!



The parts will be unveiled as installed. Hopefully sooner than later. It's just a matter of keeping my motivation level up.

Too late to subscribe? lolz. Just watch BJ's 6g74 video with that magnaflow mid muffler on the dyno. The sound alone is inspirational to v6 building.

[2002BlackDragon]

What video was that?

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[M-Rod]

The projected end result is enough motivation, but things are slowing down a little bit here while knee-deep in the middle of it.

[Silvertune]

Now you have to go to boost for boobies. Seeing some other cars that are done and obtaining glory will motivate you. At least, it motivates me... Ahoohoohoo.

[GTMitsu]

Motivate your face.

6g75 3G Eclipse dyno run: https://youtu.be/t7e-t6-nbfo

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[M-Rod]

Back to work.

First coat has been laid down. Another coat is in order, most likely tonight. Then I can move things out of the way to allow the front left corner of the bay to be painted.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140413_193545_zpsq0taowdb.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140413_193545_zpsq0taowdb.jpg.html)

Up close preview. Still one coat remaining for this area.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140413_193646_zpszet04fcs.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140413_193646_zpszet04fcs.jpg.html)

These showed up today as well. The only hold up is Megan Racing. Replacement camber plates are 4-6 weeks out.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140415_200052_zpsmz5alybe.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140415_200052_zpsmz5alybe.jpg.html)

[Galantman03]

I have to ask, are you keeping the bay black?

[M-Rod]

Yes I am.

[xd_01]

Why did you have to remove the radiator support?

[GTMitsu]

I love you, Matt.

[M-Rod]

Why did you have to remove the radiator support?

It was slightly damaged in my accident back in '07, so the heads, grille, and bumper never quite lined up like they should have after that. It became even more evident when I installed the JDM front end, so I figured now would be the best time to finally replace it.

[keith6110]

Yep, might as well while you have everything out. When your rad support comes in, put a coat of paint on the under\inner side of it. It will last a lot longer rust wise that way.

Did you have kyb's before? What was your suspension setup previously?

[M-Rod]

I previously had gr-2's and s-techs. They will be going on the Eclipse. Maybe even tomorrow depending on how much free time I have.

[M-Rod]

A little update here.

The bay is fully painted now. The Walbro 255 is installed.

I also received a picture of my heads last night, thanks to silvertune. Ported, cleaned up, and valves are in. Things are once again in motion to get this thing running before long.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/IMG_87269872032870_zpsrqx8hgyo.jpeg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/IMG_87269872032870_zpsrqx8hgyo.jpeg.html)

[Galantman03]

Looking good! I thought you had dohc setup for some reason..

[M-Rod]

I've kicked around the idea of DOHC V6 for awhile when I was wanting to twin turbo. That was before reality kicked in, but if I ever threw everything off the deep end and went for it, it would be very possible. Silvertune and I went through a few donor vehicles and have every detail of a DOHC swap ironed out, just in case.

[Black8GV6]

can't wait until this beast is running again

[Galantman03]

I've kicked around the idea of DOHC V6 for awhile when I was wanting to twin turbo. That was before reality kicked in, but if I ever threw everything off the deep end and went for it, it would be very possible. Silvertune and I went through a few donor vehicles and have every detail of a DOHC swap ironed out, just in case.
If you do it, i'll be watching you lol. I need to a find a v6 galant. I miss 4 doors, i don't care if its 1000 and doesnt' run. I like to tinker, and you have shown me what the v6 can do. any vehicles that came with a 75 with a 5 speed?

[M-Rod]

Unfortunately there never were any here. The closest you'll get is a 4g Eclipse. 75 mivec with the 6-speed.

[Ivory8g]

Very nice! Those heads look pretty!

[GTMitsu]

Silvertuner does great work :)

[M-Rod]

Indeed.

Here is a more recent picture of the heads. Now with valve springs installed.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140427_204320_zpsgop7gevs.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140427_204320_zpsgop7gevs.jpg.html)

The engine torn down as far as necessary. Just about ready for the soon to be assembled heads.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140427_192556_zpsktmgywlj.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140427_192556_zpsktmgywlj.jpg.html)

And the rest of the car in it's current state.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140420_2345580_zps6ettfqfk.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140420_2345580_zps6ettfqfk.jpg.html)

[2002BlackDragon]

I'm so jealous. Can't wait till I'm at that point.

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[keith6110]

What valve springs did you go with? I don't think I've looked at 6g75 springs before so I'm not sure if that's what I'm looking at in the picture lol.

[M-Rod]

This isn't the greatest picture, but it shows enough of the stock 6g75 valve springs. Enough to see they're not what's in the built heads.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140427_183234_zpsah9wmbb5.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140427_183234_zpsah9wmbb5.jpg.html)

[Ivory8g]

Oh wow. If my eyes serve me right those are oem Mitsubishi springs......from another performance line.

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[M-Rod]

Your eyes may be playing tricks on you. They're not OEM.

Studded 6g75 for your viewing pleasure.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140429_214247_zpsgmzztn0w.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140429_214247_zpsgmzztn0w.jpg.html)

Heads are now installed as well.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140430_201126_zpsvivnqwyy.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140430_201126_zpsvivnqwyy.jpg.html)

[Galantman03]

Supertech?

[GTMitsu]

Baiting....

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[Silvertune]

You mean its so obvious it's insulting nobody knows? Lol.

[Galantman03]

Idk springs so idk haha

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[2002BlackDragon]

Just tell us already. Lol

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[6G72gearhead]

They look like my RPW's.

[GTMitsu]

They are DOHC 6G72TT VR4 LS1 Mivec cams.

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[M-Rod]

They're RPW springs. Hoping they'll be seeing a little action next week.

[GTMitsu]

They're RPW springs. Hoping they'll be seeing a little action next week.

Yes!

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[M-Rod]

So I've been spending less time in the garage than I had planned for, but still have some updates.

The wiring harness has been put back together and the dash is installed.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140505_000842_zpsliz4esny.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140505_000842_zpsliz4esny.jpg.html)

And the one step that has me feeling like I'm making some progress. Engine and trans are now back in the car.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140508_001117_zpswwial3ch.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140508_001117_zpswwial3ch.jpg.html)

[Silvertune]

Prep those damn frame rails already and buy a spool of .03 wire for mild steel that requires shielding gas. I'm sure it'll cost you all of $8...

All the same. Hopefully I'll have your intake manifold at work tomorrow. Perhaps a runable engine will facilitate some more motive yet.

Also you should work that wire brush magic you have on the tears in that Y pipe and prep it for that bung. I can take care of all the welding in one go...

[GTMitsu]

I expect a text when this thing is running.

We need that race.

[kylecanthurdle]

but first, make sure you take a selfie.

[oakrdrs187]

^^^And play "summertime sadness"

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[M-Rod]

I tend to stay on the other side of the camera and dont think I've taken a selfie since the myspace days back in '06-ish. I don't really expect that to change anytime soon either, sorry to disappoint.

However, I do have this picture to share. The only thing between where it's at and firing it up is wiring and installing the radiator. The only setback is deciding how and where I want to route the wire harness.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140512_230238_zpszmq02yxq.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140512_230238_zpszmq02yxq.jpg.html)

[M-Rod]

Started the car tonight. All I can say is damn it has a very aggressive idle to it. If all goes to plan tomorrow, I'll get a clip of it.

Here's a more recent picture. Before the intake and radiator.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140518_232530_zps3ihjpctz.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140518_232530_zps3ihjpctz.jpg.html)

[2002BlackDragon]

Sex!

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[Ivory8g]

Aww yes!

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[99galantES]

Shit looks nice

[keith6110]

I'd love to hear the idle!

[Black8GV6]

tease, can't wait to hear it

[M-Rod]

A quick video to deliver some goods.


http://youtu.be/bCfw9dvG5ls

[Black8GV6]

That's awesome, I can't imagine that at WOT

[GTMitsu]

I think I replayed that video 20x. Matt, it sounds amazing. Can't wait to hear it in person!

[xd_01]

Sounds bad ass!!

[wetamup2k3g]

Waiting on a clip going under a loooong overpass. I'll probably bust one off, maybe two if I'm going thru a dry spell at the time!

[2002BlackDragon]

I have a huge boner right now! Well, its not huge, but I'm deff sporting some wood after that Vid! Can't wait for more!

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[M-Rod]

Thanks guys!

It's still a ways out from hitting the road yet. Yesterday I found a nice little puddle of coolant on the floorboard. I knew I should have changed the heater core while I was in there, but shit happens. I'll bypass it for now and replace it when the car is parked this Fall.

Checklist of things to do:

Bypass heater core
install coilovers
install carpet
install center console
install seats
make bracket for recaro seat
install fenders, hood, bumper, headlights, and grille

[8thLS6]

Got one in particular around my way I love to hit wot..especially when I had my 240. Full 3" exhaust was madness lol. With the galant its a lil more tame since not much invested in the exhaust. But back on subject. Love the cams, can't wait to see some pulls/ fly-by's. How's the power difference?

[6G72gearhead]

Out of curiosity, why are you bypassing the heater core? I know some of you guys live in states where it doesn't get very cold. But having dealt with cars that like to overheat I've found having a working heater can help act as a 2nd radiator and keep an engine that got hot from overheating.

[Silvertune]

Did you not read the part where he said the heater core is leaking?

[6G72gearhead]

Ooops, haha, that is understandable.

I just see so many people that bypass the heater core just because, and I don't understand it. Mine has saved my engine more than once.

[Silvertune]

I just see so many people that bypass the heater core just because, and I don't understand it. Mine has saved my engine more than once.

I as well. My beater just a week ago even.

[GTMitsu]

Its good for 20whp!

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[Drunkoffjuic]

Car sounds amazing Matt.......

[M-Rod]

I should have a bit more interesting video up this week. I plan to be driving this thing on Sunday ;)

[mko]

very aggressive sound bro. Love it.

[M-Rod]

Thanks mko!

It's starting to look like a car again.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140531_205600_zps7vutwhn1.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140531_205600_zps7vutwhn1.jpg.html)

[2002BlackDragon]

Sexy!

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[M-Rod]

Maiden voyage in one hour as long as the rain holds off. Back to work I go.

[Silvertune]

Fucking rain.

[M-Rod]

Yep. Talk about deflating. I swear, I won't be able to sleep tonight.

[Ivory8g]

That. Sounds. Amazing! Awaiting the next video haha

[Silvertune]

Got my early start. I'll try to hurry.

[M-Rod]

Ohh it's on it's way, Marc!

Justin, I'll be ready and waiting for action!

[Ivory8g]

Yuuuuuuus!

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[M-Rod]

Ripping around all day while Silvertune logged and tuned the car was a blast. It really feels like an entirely different car. I forgot to bring the gopro along, but it's ready to hit the dyno as soon as I can find some time away from work.

[6G72gearhead]

Do it!!!!

I want to see what kind of numbers it puts down.

You gonna try and cone race it or anything when its broke in and tuned?

[M-Rod]

I may chase cones on occasion, but where I'll find most of my excitement will be on Brainerd Int'l Raceway's road course. To add to that list, I'm hoping to come up with a decent 1/4 mile time slip.

[6G72gearhead]

Meh, who needs a quarter mile when you can drag race between corners!

[Galantman03]

Im curious to see the vids and how does it pull?

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[GTMitsu]

Forgot the gopro?

How do you even?

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[M-Rod]

A bit has happened the past month, and as a result, the cams were sold and funds were allocated elsewhere. I'm back on stock 3.8 cams, and honestly, I'm okay with that because I have other interests that will be taking precedence.

In the meanwhile, that didn't stop me from attending Powercruise again. Here's the first batch of video: The off-street drag races.


http://youtu.be/UmgOb5-Jfts

And yes, here's what that Dodge Magnum was packing.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140713_124834_zpsccmszo2e.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140713_124834_zpsccmszo2e.jpg.html)

Road course action still needs editing and going through. I recorded about 11GB on the course, so that's going to take awhile.

[Black8GV6]

Lovin the car, love the sound

[Exhaust power]

Did pretty good at pulling in the tc. I would like to see what 1/4 numbers cams put down.

[6G72gearhead]

A Spankin Time Kenne Bell setup, one of my good friends here has been doing a lot of work with them for his challenger. He put his old 2.8 set up on a Charger showcar for a guy in kc, and the challenger is getting built for 1000 hp or more.

[mysticj]

Loss some low end grunt with the Stage 2 cams?

[M-Rod]

I switched back to stock Galant 6G75 cams awhile back. They just didn't seem to have much up top. I think it has something to with the different heads in the 3.8 versus the small valve heads that RPW originally designed cams for.

With that being said, the All-Mitsubishi Cookout and Car Show was this past Sunday in White Bear Lake, MN. I cleaned the car and had plenty of positive feedback. Overall it was a great day.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/IMG_13043818218630_zpskkvu0sfb.jpeg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/IMG_13043818218630_zpskkvu0sfb.jpeg.html)

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140824_160108_zpsmt9tabjs.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140824_160108_zpsmt9tabjs.jpg.html)

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/IMG_39724397870652_zpsqmty0bjc.jpeg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/IMG_39724397870652_zpsqmty0bjc.jpeg.html)

I had the daily there as well. Showing it some love.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/IMG_36375007570293_zpsrwhwpkr6.jpeg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/IMG_36375007570293_zpsrwhwpkr6.jpeg.html)

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/IMG_36378645751277_zpshtfkdgce.jpeg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/IMG_36378645751277_zpshtfkdgce.jpeg.html)

[M-Rod]

Tonight I put together more action from Powercruise. Enjoy!


http://youtu.be/miLQvbDEsRo

[IVORY_G]

^Looking good!

[Exhaust power]

looks like good fun. 3.8 got some power

[M-Rod]

Powercruise is a blast! It is, hands down, the most exciting weekend that I spend with the car each Summer.

[Exhaust power]

Ive never seen a cruise like that. i dont think they do it out in the east coast. It Sucks that the stage 2 cam didnt add power up top i wonder if you need complimentary mods for it.

[M-Rod]

It's because Powercruise is only held on a few tracks in Australia, and the only one in the U.S. is here in Minnesota.

And I'm not even that bummed with the cams. They are what they are, designed for the 3.0. And I'm confident no other details were missed as far as everything else involving the engine. With that being said, it finally puts me back on track with what I wanted to do 2 years ago. Bigger and better things.

[Exhaust power]

I hope power cruise gains popularity i know some people who would go. o didnt know they were 3.0 cams that does gives possible cause as to why the werent benficial in the 3.8. If its not a secret i whats your plans?

[Silvertune]

It's a secret to those without a thirst for pure glory.

[M-Rod]

^this.

When it comes to life next Spring, it'll lay the smack down.

[mysticj]

It's a secret to those without a thirst for pure glory.


^this.

When it comes to life next Spring, it'll lay the smack down.
Nice

[M-Rod]

And here you have it. The most powerful dyno sheet produced by a naturally-aspirated Galant.

261whp/284wtq
The final numbers for my 3.8 build.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140913_184727_zpsaexei9iu.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140913_184727_zpsaexei9iu.jpg.html)

[Black8GV6]

NICE, can't wait til turbo

[Galantman03]

Dude thats legit! Are you going to see if you can up it at the 6k part? It's almost like hitting a wall.

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[gtx]

Nicely done!

[wetamup2k3g]

How early is the torque coming on? Such a meaty-looking curve! Great numbers Matt!

[mysticj]

Dude thats legit! Are you going to see if you can up it at the 6k part? It's almost like hitting a wall.

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Either better than stock cams or a shorter runner IM but torque rules the streets so the current IM isn't going nowhere.

[Ivory8g]

I'm assuming these are dynojet numbers yeah? Good stuff!

[M-Rod]

The setup offers so much down low and mid-range. It dies off up top but when shifting at 6200, each new gear is right in the heart of the torque band. They are dynojet numbers, and I'm trying to put them to the test this Sunday at the drag strip. Last year's pathetic 14.5 time was with 30 less whp and wtq, 150 more lbs overall weight, blown engine mounts, soft-ass lowering springs, and a complete noob of a driver for launching on the strip. I'll be shooting for a 13-second pass. Will I get it? I don't know. But without goals, there is nothing to strive for.

[Black8GV6]

I'll be waiting here for the numbers

[M-Rod]

Sunday's plan fell through. I have 2 possible Saturday options remaining before the track is closed for the season.

[M-Rod]

Slapped together an Eclipse M/T ECU conversion harness. Yes, it's ugly, but it only needs to function reliably. Once I test it, I can tidy it up some.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20141026_142425_zpskwscercm.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20141026_142425_zpskwscercm.jpg.html)

[Palmz]

sorry but why?

[Galantman03]

maybe he is trying to loose some weight, but I don't think that's it..... hmmm

[M-Rod]

Why not run a manual ecu? I can remove all of the nasty auto trans harness that's still floating around under the hood. However, there is one key thing that the Eclipse M/T can do that no V6 Galant ecu can. The true reason will be made known shortly.

[Silvertune]

Vrrrrrrrrrroooooooooooommmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmwhooo oooooooooooooooooshhhhh. Vroooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooommmmmwhooooo oooooooooooooooooosh.


Only on the galant center could people be THIS clueless.

[2002BlackDragon]

Bahahahahahahahahaha...

[oakrdrs187]

My suspicions of forced induction have been confirmed

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[2002BlackDragon]

Lmao

[M-Rod]

Now that the car is running properly on a M/T Eclipse ECU with big maps, I'll share one more piece of the puzzle.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20140903_194506_zps8kyc1tzg.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20140903_194506_zps8kyc1tzg.jpg.html)

[RedGalant2k1]

Nice Matt! What kind of power are you expecting to put out?


Vrrrrrrrrrroooooooooooommmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmwhooo oooooooooooooooooshhhhh. Vroooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooommmmmwhooooo oooooooooooooooooosh.


Only on the galant center could people be THIS clueless.

Only people from Club3G could be THIS pedantic.

[mysticj]

Justin's car must be one-of-a-kind thrill for you to boost the G, unless this was a goal from the getgo.

[Silvertune]

Only people from Club3G could be THIS pedantic.

Oh I'm soooooo insulted. Ahoohoohoo.

You'd be hard pressed to make an argument that I represent club3g in any way shape or form. Forums aren't a popularity contest to me.

[M-Rod]

I've always wanted to do something like this, but experiencing Justin's car definitely sped up the process. It provides excitement like nothing else I've experienced before. All said and done, I'll refuse to settle for anything less than 450whp, which means it'll take a fully built motor to do reliably.

[RedGalant2k1]

Oh I'm soooooo insulted. Ahoohoohoo.

You'd be hard pressed to make an argument that I represent club3g in any way shape or form. Forums aren't a popularity contest to me.

I am simply showcasing the idiocy of your comments, move along now.


I've always wanted to do something like this, but experiencing Justin's car definitely sped up the process. It provides excitement like nothing else I've experienced before. All said and done, I'll refuse to settle for anything less than 450whp, which means it'll take a fully built motor to do reliably.

450whp is crazy!

[Silvertune]

I am simply showcasing the idiocy of your comments, move along now.!

Humor me then, cur, exasperation at the lack of global intelligence this forum exhibits somehow suggests a lack of my own? Sounds like you're just butthurt because I'm condescending; you couldn't produce a single strain of logic to the ends that I am an idiot. I'll grant you that I'm a condescending asshole when I think people are retarded but that wasn't your point. Quit making a fool of yourself. Sit back and watch while your members entertain you with things you can't wrap you mind around.

[RedGalant2k1]

Moving along.

Matt, glad to see you pushing the boundaries. 450whp is insane!

[6G72gearhead]

Interesting course of events, lol.

Good to see people are pushing things even farther. I remember when I started on this forum boosting on a stock ecu was just a pipe dream. Think of how far we'll be in another few years!

[Ivory8g]

Very interested to see how this will turn out results wise.

[M-Rod]

Tonight the journey begins...
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20141107_205305_zpsqtnikgrs.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20141107_205305_zpsqtnikgrs.jpg.html)

[Black8GV6]

^yes!

[GTMitsu]

what?

[Voodoo]

What is first on the agenda, Matt? What kind of manifolds and piping will you be using?

[M-Rod]

First on the agenda will be getting the 3.8 out of my garage so I have some room to work with. Then I get to drop a different engine in, so that the hot side can be built. I'll be using fed spec exhaust manifolds, but everything else will be custom designed by Justin. We're going to try something new with my setup. It should be very efficient.

[Voodoo]

Awesome man! I can't wait to see what you guys come up with!

[GTMitsu]

Where is your 3.8 going? Hmmmm

[mysticj]

The MN crew always doing awesome...

[M-Rod]

Just a little collection in the corner of my garage.
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20141114_235335_zpsnb97ny69.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20141114_235335_zpsnb97ny69.jpg.html)

[oakrdrs187]

But the real performance comes from that stocker strut and spring.

[keith6110]

Please let me know if you are NOT doing custom cams =) The guy that balanced my engine says he get custom cams done for me for around $800, he needs my head for maximum lift tolerance of rockers etc though.

Can't wait to see this get done Matt!

[mysticj]

Please let me know if you are NOT doing custom cams =) The guy that balanced my engine says he get custom cams done for me for around $800, he needs my head for maximum lift tolerance of rockers etc though.

Can't wait to see this get done Matt!

That's TOO high! Should be around 350-400 dollars for regrinds.

[keith6110]

Isn't regrind using and existing cam and not a blank as I'm referring to? Orrr is a regrind made from a new camshaft blank?

I'm pretty sure he doesn't need my existing cams at all and making a completely new part.

[M-Rod]

3.0, 3.5, or 3.8? Which one will it be?

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20141123_144931_zpsy2woipqs.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20141123_144931_zpsy2woipqs.jpg.html)

[Galantman03]

well I have seen 2 of them in pictures before so I'm assuming the new one is a 3.5, so 3.5!

[RedGalant2k1]

All of them?

[M-Rod]

Going to try something different this time. I'll join a league of only a few cars that I know of that have run all 3 relevant SOHC 6G7's. This time it'll be the 6G74 with a nice little overbore and all forged internals.

[M-Rod]

Next step complete. 6G74-equipped.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20141129_203557_zpswttstei3.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20141129_203557_zpswttstei3.jpg.html)

[M-Rod]

Pre-turbo hot side piping. Ready for fabrication.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u215/Rodrigoflip/20141223_135014_zpsjmgimqes.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/Rodrigoflip/media/20141223_135014_zpsjmgimqes.jpg.html)