JimLev's Build

[JimLev]

I finally decided that I better get the AC charged up as it’s starting to get warm here.
As the R134a was getting sucked in (engine running) I started to see cooling leaking from the radiator cap.
Over the last few months I’ve sometimes got a whiff of antifreeze but never could find the exact source.
The cap is rated for 16PSI and should have gone into the overflow. I have noticed the overflow tank has always needs some added to it.
Checking the coolant system pressure with the engine running at temp it was only 7PSI. I bought a new cap today, will check it out tomorrow.

So back to the AC, the temp coming out of the vents was 29ºF. I suspect my cheapo digital BBQ gauge is a few degrees off.

[Mastertech5]

Make sure the cap is for a closed system, meaning it has a big gasket directly under the cap. I had to laugh at the BBQ grill thermometer.

[JimLev]

Yes, the new cap has 2 gaskets in it and a pressure relief lever.

[Mastertech5]

[JimLev]

I love laying on my back under the car, not.
I started the install of the Borla mufflers today. I cut off the ball and socket connections from the FFR mufflers which were a nice fit into the Borla mufflers.
I had to cut some off the ends off the Borla’s so I could keep the OAL at 19.25” like the old FFR mufflers so they would match up with the pipe from the engine and the pipe to the rear. I’ll tack weld the ball and sockets tomorrow, then pull them out and finish welding them.
I need to get more DEI insulation to cover the mufflers.

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I love laying on my back under the car, not.
I started the install of the Borla mufflers today. I cut off the ball and socket connections from the FFR mufflers which were a nice fit into the Borla mufflers.
I had to cut some off the ends off the Borla’s so I could keep the OAL at 19.25” like the old FFR mufflers so they would match up with the pipe from the engine and the pipe to the rear. I’ll tack weld the ball and sockets tomorrow, then pull them out and finish welding them.
I need to get more DEI insulation to cover the mufflers.

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Looks good, I need to do the same with mine

[JimLev]

Got the ball and sockets welded to the Borla mufflers. UPS brought the insulation I ordered from Summit this afternoon, the mufflers are insulated.
I should be able to get them installed tomorrow and get the car off jack stands. Time to burn a little rubber, maybe.

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Looks great

[JimLev]

Got the Borla’s installed today.
They are a little quieter than the FFR mufflers at idle, they have a bit lower rumble sound.
When I boot it it’s still loud but driving at 60 MPH the engine is in only at 1900 RPM and it’s noticeable quieter.
I still need to adjust the windows so they will seal to the top of the opening, that should help some.