Project BlackHeart

**SPD_FRK** · 11-06-2009, 02:33 PM

**This is an updated/compressed version of the original build thread**

March 2009-November 2009
In March of 2009 I purchased this vehicle from the original owner for $500 with 172,000 miles. There was a list of items needing replacement/repairs from the start. Those of you who have followed this build along the way have seen the transformation over the summer, and also seen the problems I have run into on different aspects of the build. As of November 2009 I have decided to pull the engine out and prepare for something entirely new over the winter months. As things progress I will update this build thread. If you have any questions about the build, just ask and I will answer them.

Below are pictures of the build as it progressed throughout 2009;

Condition of the vehicle when purchased. It has some body work to be done;

6G72 Engine Has to be gone through and cleaned up;

Starting the tear down and replacement/upgrade of parts on the engine;

Brakes, Wheels, and Suspenion Upgraded;

Exterior Changes;

**johnygezony** · 11-06-2009, 02:41 PM

I think a chrome all you need to do is a chrome exhaust tip and call it a day. Looks nice, you can pull those altezzas off nicely

**M-Rod** · 11-06-2009, 02:42 PM

Nice job so far. I've been keeping track of your progress since day 1, and look forward to seeing where this goes.

**stvn_mj** · 11-06-2009, 02:43 PM

So the 3.5 swap is on the way huh? Im looking for a v6 as well but I dont want to spend a bunch on the car itself since I would also like to do the 3.5 swap.

**M-Rod** · 11-06-2009, 02:47 PM

Originally Posted by stvn_mj

So the 3.5 swap is on the way huh? Im looking for a v6 as well but I dont want to spend a bunch on the car itself since I would also like to do the 3.5 swap.

Finding a V6 Galant with a broken timing belt would be the ideal in that situation. They are dirt cheap.

**SPD_FRK** · 11-06-2009, 03:00 PM

Originally Posted by stvn_mj

So the 3.5 swap is on the way huh? Im looking for a v6 as well but I dont want to spend a bunch on the car itself since I would also like to do the 3.5 swap.

No, the 3.5 swap isnt on the way...but something else is

**stvn_mj** · 11-06-2009, 03:03 PM

Originally Posted by M-Rod

Finding a V6 Galant with a broken timing belt would be the ideal in that situation. They are dirt cheap.

Your right and thats what I am looking for but the cheapest I have found is a high mileage v6 but they want a little over 2k for it. I would like to stay under 1k for that. I'll just keep my eyes open for any deals. I will also keep up on this build since it has been useful info spd_frk.

**M-Rod** · 11-06-2009, 03:13 PM

Originally Posted by SPD_FRK

No, the 3.5 swap isnt on the way...but something else is

Hmm.... I really wonder what that could be.

**showtime** · 11-06-2009, 03:14 PM

5 speed or turbo?

**SPD_FRK** · 11-06-2009, 03:16 PM

Originally Posted by M-Rod

Hmm.... I really wonder what that could be.

Originally Posted by showtime

5 speed or turbo?

Thats part of it

blue8g · 11-06-2009, 03:16 PM

hmmm my interest is piqued.........even though i've got a 4g64

**stvn_mj** · 11-06-2009, 03:47 PM

Makes me wonder too. We need to know asap.

**IVORY_G** · 11-06-2009, 03:59 PM

You've been hanging around Ivory8g too long, you've become a TEASE!!! LMAO!

**SPD_FRK** · 11-06-2009, 06:46 PM

Originally Posted by stvn_mj

Makes me wonder too. We need to know asap.

Originally Posted by IVORY_G

You've been hanging around Ivory8g too long, you've become a TEASE!!! LMAO!

^ That is all the hint you are getting for now...and yes it is a valid hint hehehe

Marc (Ivory8g) knows what the story is, but that's all who knows right now. Once I get progress started and stuff showing up I will post more details.