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04-07-2018, 05:31 AM
#441
Tazio Nuvolari wannabe
Nice stuff! One day I will have a DS.
I helped buddy install a GReddy block like that by making his mounting bracket for him and I just put one in my '07 STi. Stuffed it in front of a smaller battery, so I redid the in and out for 1/2" NPT to save fitting space, as I needed to turn them down at 45° and 90°. Too bad they don't make a version with the inlet/outlet on the other side!
Called GReddy and they do not make angled ORB fittings. That and theirs seem to be unique and non-standard. I ordered the tapered reamer for prepping the holes for tapping as I didn't want to stress out the somewhat thin casting!
BTW, his first filter block with thermostatic bypass valve did not work properly (stuck open) and oil was not getting up to temp. They sent him a new one. I checked mine and it opened/closed properly. On the STi track car I used the Canton block and Mocal OT2 parts so you get into more fittings and hoses with that approach.
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04-07-2018, 07:21 AM
#442
Originally Posted by
Scargo
Nice stuff! One day I will have a DS.
I helped buddy install a GReddy block like that by making his mounting bracket for him and I just put one in my '07 STi. Stuffed it in front of a smaller battery, so I redid the in and out for 1/2" NPT to save fitting space, as I needed to turn them down at 45° and 90°. Too bad they don't make a version with the inlet/outlet on the other side!
Called GReddy and they do not make angled ORB fittings. That and theirs seem to be unique and non-standard. I ordered the tapered reamer for prepping the holes for tapping as I didn't want to stress out the somewhat thin casting!
BTW, his first filter block with thermostatic bypass valve did not work properly (stuck open) and oil was not getting up to temp. They sent him a new one. I checked mine and it opened/closed properly. On the STi track car I used the Canton block and Mocal OT2 parts so you get into more fittings and hoses with that approach.
That's good info on the thermostat being stuck open. I think monitoring oil temp is very important with a dry sump setup. The added capacity increases the time to reach proper operating temps. Having a stuck thermostat would make it impossible. Also, considering the overheating issues that Chad Plavan had with his DS setup, temps need to be carefully monitored.
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04-09-2018, 07:47 PM
#443
Last edited by Aero STI; 08-20-2018 at 05:23 PM.
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04-10-2018, 11:46 AM
#444
fasterer and furiouser
looking good, i have that same iwg75 real nice part.
A well stocked beverage fridge is the key to any successful project.
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04-10-2018, 07:38 PM
#445
Last edited by Aero STI; 08-20-2018 at 05:23 PM.
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04-11-2018, 10:44 AM
#446
Moonlight Performance
Looking awesome Andrew! You might consider not having the exhaust point straight back, but instead kind of at a 45 degree angle. It helps with the exhaust smell in the cabin.
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04-12-2018, 03:45 PM
#447
Andrew, I sent you a PM. Your low mount header setup is awesome BTW
Thanks for being an inspiration to us,
Josh
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04-12-2018, 09:51 PM
#448
Originally Posted by
Hindsight
Looking awesome Andrew! You might consider not having the exhaust point straight back, but instead kind of at a 45 degree angle. It helps with the exhaust smell in the cabin.
Yeah, I'm going to try the rear exit again. I didn't love the look of the side exit setup I had before.
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04-12-2018, 09:51 PM
#449
Originally Posted by
NetWRX
Andrew, I sent you a PM. Your low mount header setup is awesome BTW
Thanks for being an inspiration to us,
Josh
I appreciate all the compliments. Thanks guys!
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04-12-2018, 09:55 PM
#450
Last edited by Aero STI; 08-20-2018 at 05:23 PM.
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04-13-2018, 05:10 AM
#451
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04-13-2018, 10:18 AM
#452
Senior Member
Nice... I have a tig welder, I have to learn how to weld aluminum.
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04-14-2018, 07:54 PM
#453
Last edited by Aero STI; 08-20-2018 at 05:24 PM.
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04-15-2018, 07:09 AM
#454
Looks good Andrew but help me understand why one side is muffled and the driver side is straight thru?
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04-15-2018, 07:53 AM
#455
Tazio Nuvolari wannabe
Pretty sure it's a cutout.
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Originally Posted by
lance corsi
Looks good Andrew but help me understand why one side is muffled and the driver side is straight thru?
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04-15-2018, 08:42 AM
#456
Lance, Scargo nailed it. I wanted to have twin tips and this is a simple way of achieving that. The electric cutout can be a little childish, but sometimes you just need to let the engine scream. It usually amounts to 5-10 hp increase too.
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04-15-2018, 12:37 PM
#457
I should've known that! Looks great!
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04-15-2018, 07:07 PM
#458
Senior Member
There's a lot of work on all this, pretty impressive!
Did you get to hear it yet?
Frank
818 chassis #181 powered by a '93 VW VR6 Turbo GT3582R
Go-karted Aug 5, 2016 - Then May 19+21, 2017
Tracked May 27/July 26, 2017
Build time before being driveable on Sep 27, 2019: over 6000h
Build Completed Winter 2021
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04-17-2018, 05:41 PM
#459
I haven't fired it up with the new low mount turbo kit yet. Hopefully in a few weeks.
Also, if anyone needs a Boyd aluminum gas tank, please send me a PM.
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04-17-2018, 06:37 PM
#460
so you either have single tip with muffler (cutout closed), or dual tips with one being a straight pass-thru and the other being thru muffler? Is this how it is 'normally' done? Nice looking work.
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04-17-2018, 08:53 PM
#461
Originally Posted by
ben1272
so you either have single tip with muffler (cutout closed), or dual tips with one being a straight pass-thru and the other being thru muffler? Is this how it is 'normally' done? Nice looking work.
That's the basic gist. However, you can adjust the angle that the cutout is open. It's like a volume knob for your exhaust.
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04-19-2018, 09:02 PM
#462
Last edited by Aero STI; 08-20-2018 at 05:24 PM.
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04-20-2018, 11:14 AM
#463
Is that another 6 spd trans? Nice work Andrew!
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04-20-2018, 08:41 PM
#464
That's the same 6 speed as before, just repaired.
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05-04-2018, 08:21 PM
#465
I learned how to powder coat today. Some really nice guys in town with a walk-in oven and really good spray equipment let me try my hand at it. Most parts got sprayed satin black, but the intercooler, intercooler pipes, and intake pipe got a "high temp" coating which has a little bit more texture.
Last edited by Aero STI; 08-20-2018 at 05:24 PM.
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06-01-2018, 08:54 PM
#466
Back on the road. I really like the way the new black parts blend in. Still needs some real shakedown miles. The turbo seems insanely responsive and power builds faster than ever. No lag on a 60lb/min turbo. Feels like no turbo Subaru motor I've ever driven.
Last edited by Aero STI; 06-01-2018 at 08:56 PM.
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06-01-2018, 10:55 PM
#467
Senior Member
Adam _____ Instagram @PopesProjects____
YouTube Channel
818 SRX - #91
Arrived 01/02/2014
First Start 10/31/2016
First Drive 05/22/2017
Registered 10/25/2019 BRAP818
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06-02-2018, 01:09 PM
#468
Administrator
Originally Posted by
Aero STI
Back on the road. I really like the way the new black parts blend in. Still needs some real shakedown miles. The turbo seems insanely responsive and power builds faster than ever. No lag on a 60lb/min turbo. Feels like no turbo Subaru motor I've ever driven.
I drove an 818R with the 7163 twin scroll and it was awesome!
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08-03-2018, 04:38 PM
#469
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08-03-2018, 05:12 PM
#470
Senior Member
Looks like you may also need the following:
- Hood
- Power steering rack?
- Possibly driver side spidle?
- Body and paint work
- Lots of labor.
Don't let the insurance company short you on the labor!
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08-03-2018, 05:22 PM
#471
Moonlight Performance
Oh man, so sorry to hear this Andrew! I hope the frame isn't damaged and that insurance treats you fairly.
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08-03-2018, 05:30 PM
#472
Thanks for additional items Hobby Racer! I think you're probably right on all of those. I'm not sure what is customary for labor and body work when you're going to do it all yourself. Insurance is through NCM, so I suspect they have experience with all of this. I bill out up to $10k per week for my job. I doubt they'll accept $250/hr hourly rate.
I also hope the frame is OK. It was low speed, 20-30 MPH combined.
Last edited by Aero STI; 08-20-2018 at 05:25 PM.
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08-04-2018, 11:19 AM
#473
holy ouch, batman. glad you weren't hurt.
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08-08-2018, 10:19 PM
#474
Senior Member
That sucks, but it seems like it hasn’t got you down. Good luck hitting 600whp!
Adam _____ Instagram @PopesProjects____
YouTube Channel
818 SRX - #91
Arrived 01/02/2014
First Start 10/31/2016
First Drive 05/22/2017
Registered 10/25/2019 BRAP818
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08-09-2018, 10:53 AM
#475
fasterer and furiouser
check your tire for bulges, and file a road hazard claim if you can.
also check the upper knuckle mount, upper a arm, front undertray aluminum,
also check your radiator, a lesser accident cracked mine in a few places
A well stocked beverage fridge is the key to any successful project.
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09-21-2018, 11:25 AM
#476
Senior Member
Oh crap, I was so sad to read that. I hope it's not too major to repair.
Frank
818 chassis #181 powered by a '93 VW VR6 Turbo GT3582R
Go-karted Aug 5, 2016 - Then May 19+21, 2017
Tracked May 27/July 26, 2017
Build time before being driveable on Sep 27, 2019: over 6000h
Build Completed Winter 2021
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11-04-2018, 10:57 AM
#477
My 818 is up and running again. Right now I'm waiting on Factory Five to sort out shipping of the replacement body components.
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11-05-2018, 10:10 AM
#478
Moonlight Performance
Nice! Glad you got it fixed.
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12-23-2018, 09:21 PM
#479
Great. Now I want to build a rotary engine.
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12-23-2018, 09:41 PM
#480
Senior Member
Originally Posted by
turbomacncheese
Great. Now I want to build a rotary engine.
Oops, I posted on the wrong thread!!! I soiled your build thread, I'm so sorry. I'll delete it.
Frank
818 chassis #181 powered by a '93 VW VR6 Turbo GT3582R
Go-karted Aug 5, 2016 - Then May 19+21, 2017
Tracked May 27/July 26, 2017
Build time before being driveable on Sep 27, 2019: over 6000h
Build Completed Winter 2021
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