PUNISHER TA
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Got the radiator mounted last night. The -10 bungs, and meziere water pump are welded on the radiator. Gonna be a pretty awesome setup.
2001 Trans Am, S475, E85, Daily Driver
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chunkybs
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killer shoes, man! :icon_bigg
PUNISHER TA
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Simple answer... I am a clean freak. I like my setups to be simple.
I am running E85, which should help with cooling, along with the long intake runners. Hopefully IATs will stay down. I can always add meth/water injection.
Haha thanks. Puma driving shoes...
PUNISHER TA
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Yes, it is a bit off. I need to clean them up...
One side is offset forward 3/16", the other side in offset backward 3/16"
One side is offset forward 3/16", the other side in offset backward 3/16"
98 Camaro
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don't pay attention to IAT's it won't help you.
I have been running a 10:1 compression SBF with 20+ PSI on E85 non-intercooled for 2.5 seasons with no issues......now, if you have a way to measure combustion temps....then it would interesting to see gas vs. E85?
PUNISHER TA
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I am clearly new to this concept, but I planned on it working... It just seemed that since this is a streetcar, that IATs may become an issue, as opposed to a dedicated race car... But, running a $300 junkyard LQ4 shortblock, I am less than worried about learning things the hard way.
Anyway, Thanks for the input!
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98 Camaro
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my inlet temps are probably 300 degree's the sensor stops reading after 255 and I have made repeated hits out on the highway.....hell I got after it this weekend against a Lamod and a GTR this pas weekend.
Just start with a cold plug like a -9 or -10 NGK. I know the LS stuff uses decicated coils, so you can probably set your plug gap a little larger but I shoot for .020.
I like to use the superior heat absorption of the fuel so I run it rich...so target 10.5:1 AF to start if using the gas scale.
Timing I never get agressive with....so start low.
You will love the E85.. I have yet to find the ceiling.
Bad ass build so far....the fab work is top notch.
Just start with a cold plug like a -9 or -10 NGK. I know the LS stuff uses decicated coils, so you can probably set your plug gap a little larger but I shoot for .020.
I like to use the superior heat absorption of the fuel so I run it rich...so target 10.5:1 AF to start if using the gas scale.
Timing I never get agressive with....so start low.
You will love the E85.. I have yet to find the ceiling.
Bad ass build so far....the fab work is top notch.
PUNISHER TA
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Wow, I appreciate it. That was a lot of great information.
and thanks, I am really enjoying all this fab work. but I am literally making it up as I go. Never done anything like this, never even touched a TIG before this project.
PUNISHER TA
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So... A little chassis work this winter.
Ran some short A-pillar bars up to the dash bar, which I made of 1-5/8 and tied into the OEM A-pillar. Then for extra rigidity Im putting little X's in the doors.
I think this design is a good compromise for my little streetcar.
Working on setting the engine in its new position.
I've been doing lots of research. Still a bit to figure out. Looks like crank C/L will sit at 12.5"
Plated the front frame rails and tied it into the cage.
Ran some short A-pillar bars up to the dash bar, which I made of 1-5/8 and tied into the OEM A-pillar. Then for extra rigidity Im putting little X's in the doors.
I think this design is a good compromise for my little streetcar.
Working on setting the engine in its new position.
I've been doing lots of research. Still a bit to figure out. Looks like crank C/L will sit at 12.5"
Plated the front frame rails and tied it into the cage.
SuperStang90
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Not so much a street car anymore eh? Lol. Motorplate, caged, a/w now?
PUNISHER TA
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its going to sound like im splitting hairs. I know everyone has there own definition. but...I already had solid motor mounts, so I don't think Motorplates are much different.
It's still just a rollbar, which I think really adds to "streetcar". (no bars next to your head)
A2W doesn't really reduce streetability compared to non-intercooled.
Still full interior, 200# of dynamat, 1000W sound system, hitch(that I used), and it will still be driven regularly on the street.
BigWheelinBubba
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You sure aren't shy about busting out the cutting tools lol. Nice build! Can't wait to see the finished product! :thumbsup:
SuperStang90
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Sweet build! You are right down the road from me. I look forward to seeing this out again.Might motivate me to actually take mine out more often. :lol:
I was gonna say he isn't that far from me either. Bring that tubing bender over and help me put a."rollbar" in my car. I also have a diversion 165 so you can leave that at home lol
98 Camaro
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a/w intercooler without an exchanger is going to be pointless on the street unless you plan to run low boost or tune for the hottest temp you will see.
Fryguy302
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You don't even run an intercooler at all, so what are you talking about? :roll:
Cold water/ice at the track, nothing on the street. Works just fine!