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Forum: Forced Induction 01-19-2017, 03:07 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Thanks man! There has been many hours of...

Thanks man! There has been many hours of planning, analyzing, and work done to this thing. Believe it or not I have no "proper" training in mechanic work. Most of my knowledge comes from hands on...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-19-2017, 02:54 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Yeah, it's actually pretty easy to stay out of...

Yeah, it's actually pretty easy to stay out of the throttle because I don't want to ruin everything lol. But if/when it makes it off the dyno, I'm going to drive it like I stole it!


Sent from my...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-18-2017, 05:56 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Hey guys, its been a while. Almost 6 months...

Hey guys, its been a while. Almost 6 months actually. I have made a lot of progress on this thing. So in my normal fashion I'm going to pic dump lol.

The motor was prepped and ready to put in!...
Forum: Forced Induction 07-21-2016, 07:11 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Thanks guys! It has been a lot of work and I have...

Thanks guys! It has been a lot of work and I have learned so much about the motor. There have been moments of frustration, but mostly really exciting and enjoyable. I still have plenty more...
Forum: Forced Induction 07-21-2016, 12:43 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Alright. I know I have been slacking on updates...

Alright. I know I have been slacking on updates guys! Im lazy. Also I have a bunch of pictures because everyone loves pictures. Anyway, continuing where I left off:

Like I mentioned earlier, Im...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-29-2016, 09:19 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
I plan on keeping it and putting it on a plaque...

I plan on keeping it and putting it on a plaque or making it into a "trophy" decorative piece lol.
Forum: Forced Induction 03-29-2016, 03:17 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
700hp twin turbo project

Nope. I'm not omitting anything. It was running like a champ until it blew up. The only issues I had out of it were clutch related issues. Nothing motor related prior.
Forum: Forced Induction 03-29-2016, 10:32 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Minor and boring update ahead!: Man this...

Minor and boring update ahead!:

Man this month has been a learning experience for me. I have always wondered why getting a built motor takes so long. Well I have learned that when you're working...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-09-2016, 09:42 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
This thing completely exploded. Part of my wiring...

This thing completely exploded. Part of my wiring harness on the transmission was a little charred too from the fire erupting from underneath my car when it happened lol.

None of the ring lands...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-09-2016, 02:25 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
I finally had some time to get the old motor torn...

I finally had some time to get the old motor torn apart. Holy ****.

https://i.imgur.com/g2A56WL.jpg

While taking the accessories and wiring harness off the engine kept spitting goodies at us...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-09-2016, 10:27 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
I haven't. The only aftermarket bearings I know...

I haven't. The only aftermarket bearings I know of are the ACL mains. I don't think anyone makes aftermarket rod bearings.
Forum: Forced Induction 03-08-2016, 05:19 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Alright guys, I need some help wrapping my head...

Alright guys, I need some help wrapping my head around bearings... I have been beating my head against the wall about this since 7 this morning. I know my measurements, I know what I want my...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-04-2016, 01:05 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Its a process... you have to obviously remove the...

Its a process... you have to obviously remove the subframe. So you have to disconnect the ebrake cables, take the brake calipers off, take the exhaust off, disconnect the driveshaft, and take a few...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-03-2016, 10:27 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
So over the past few days I got a little bit...

So over the past few days I got a little bit accomplished. Memphis370 and my dad assisted with engine removal.

Before:
https://i.imgur.com/idh2UaP.jpg

After:

https://i.imgur.com/dq5ICz6.jpg...
Forum: Forced Induction 02-23-2016, 08:30 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Yep. They are the 10:1's.

Yep. They are the 10:1's.
Forum: Forced Induction 02-22-2016, 10:57 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Got the JE pistons in Friday. Dropped my stuff...

Got the JE pistons in Friday. Dropped my stuff off at the machine shop today. Baby steps!

https://i.imgur.com/7OkvwIX.jpg
Forum: Forced Induction 02-16-2016, 04:31 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Haha when my motor blew, my wife told me "You...

Haha when my motor blew, my wife told me "You know it's going to be sitting for a long time right?" I was like dang, just kick me while I'm down why don't you. I have gone to a few car things with a...
Forum: Forced Induction 02-16-2016, 04:00 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Congrats on your son! DINKI is definitely...

Congrats on your son!

DINKI is definitely awesome lol. We are extremely fortunate to be where we are financially at such a young age. Not rich but not much debt. She worries a lot about having...
Forum: Forced Induction 02-16-2016, 03:33 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
That would be awesome! But she's 26 turning 27 in...

That would be awesome! But she's 26 turning 27 in August and she is really worried about being an old mother. So she wants a child soon lol. I keep telling her that a child will love the car when...
Forum: Forced Induction 02-16-2016, 03:31 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Ill be on the lookout for some results! I can't...

Ill be on the lookout for some results! I can't wait either. My Z has been dead for 6 months now, which feels like an eternity. I just told my wife that I still need about $5000 to finish. Im...
Forum: Forced Induction 02-16-2016, 02:41 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
I actually got really lucky with this. The timing...

I actually got really lucky with this. The timing was right I guess. I am spending more money because I'm building my motor, but the kit actually didn't end up costing more in the long run after what...
Forum: Forced Induction 02-15-2016, 05:15 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Minor update: Got my new motor torn down...

Minor update:

Got my new motor torn down with the help of Memphis370z as my sack holder. Much appreciated good sir! The motor was in pristine condition. The oil in it was still golden. There are...
Forum: Forced Induction 02-11-2016, 08:09 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
If any of my boosted brothers want my pistons I'm...

If any of my boosted brothers want my pistons I'm letting them go for $550 shipped.

Small update: I ordered my new pistons. They are JE 10:1's since you can get them off the shelf at 10:1. Also...
Forum: Forced Induction 02-03-2016, 12:24 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Anyone want some pistons? I'll let them go for...

Anyone want some pistons? I'll let them go for kind of cheap lol.
Forum: Forced Induction 01-31-2016, 08:41 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,607
Posted By zguynate
Well.... I don't really have plans to put 800whp...

Well.... I don't really have plans to put 800whp on the ground. That will be more troublesome than I care to deal with. I have no idea why that number is in my head, but that would primarily be for...
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