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Old 08-08-07, 03:12 PM
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respeed is the savior of the fb tuners. i hate them cuz they produce just so much great **** that i cant afford.
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Where are the picture of your test mule... or at least an FB that has it installed?

And will my SR20DET bolt up to this crossmember?










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Originally Posted by woodonastick
respeed is the savior of the fb tuners. i hate them cuz they produce just so much great **** that i cant afford.
Yup...he's making all of us old schoolers break out the cards and go into debt again! Thanks again Billy...quality products.
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Agree with woodonastick, sooooo much great stuff and not fundz do to all the other projects going on the fb.
Great job Billy!!! will be making some purchases very soon!!!
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one thing I couldnt figure out while looking at the picture you first posted, where does the motor mounts bolt in?
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Originally Posted by rotor vs. piston
And will my SR20DET bolt up to this crossmember?
We can make it work how much of the stock engine mounting and crossmember did you modify?


Originally Posted by StricklyOldskool
one thing I couldnt figure out while looking at the picture you first posted, where does the motor mounts bolt in?
All the engine mounting is 100% new and handled by the crossmember with associated brackets.



Thanks guys. Soon you will be able to start from a shell and build your car out of the ReSpeed catalog

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Old 08-08-07, 06:02 PM
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Very nice Billy! Looks like we can use other oil pans now. I know what my winter project should be now.
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Looks GREAT! Going to be buying mine after I get a couple of other things here. Can't wait!
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Very exciting stuff. It'll be awhile, but I am looking forward to bolting it up.

What are the main advantages and effects of the rod ends aposed to the factory tie rod ends?

Thanks
Old 08-08-07, 08:42 PM
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Excellent Billy. Thanks very much. BTW, I just got me Team ReSpeed stuff in the mail today. The decals are on the car and ready for Road Atlanta this weekend! Can't wait!
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I guess my plan to use a s4 manual rack and converting to front steer just got moved up. I like the Flaming River racks alot! I hate loaning money to family and then find stuff like this......grrr.
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Originally Posted by Max7
Very nice Billy! Looks like we can use other oil pans now. I know what my winter project should be now.

I never even thought of that!

This simplifies the drop-in of 2nd gen engines because it takes that step away.


Hey Billy, any chance of making a set of 2nd-Gen engine side mounts as an optional add-on to this kit?

Can you imagine having a kit that allows a drop-in of a TII engine without having to mess with the front cover or oil pan at all? And RPM Performance here in Canada has adapters that allow you to change "stock" 2nd Gen mount points into Cosmo -RE engine mount points for imported -RE 13b's.

C'mon Billy, say it's possible! It'd be awesome to have the choice between engines without the extra complications.

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Old 08-08-07, 11:18 PM
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what kind of testing did the kit receive, i love the idea , im just afraid i'll have issues with the suspension or steering like the 3rd gen people had with the 20b subrames
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Don't underestimate Billy's testing ... he didn't make us wait this long for nothing ...

I'm also +1 on loaning out money for familly, I just loaned my dad 2000$ to buy his 03 civic without taking out a loan and paying interest. Took it out of my paint budget.
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Hey Billy - This looks great! I tried to view the other images of the stage 2 system and it took me to some images posted in the forums, but wouldn't let me view them. So I registered for the forums and went back in and it still won't allow me to view them...it says I am not allowed.

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Originally Posted by vipernicus42
I never even thought of that!

This simplifies the drop-in of 2nd gen engines because it takes that step away.


Hey Billy, any chance of making a set of 2nd-Gen engine side mounts as an optional add-on to this kit?
Yes, center iron mounting bracket are next on our list. they will not be integrated into this kit. They will be a separate item usable with stock or this kit.



Originally Posted by XLR8
What are the main advantages and effects of the rod ends aposed to the factory tie rod ends?

Thanks
Less compliance. Bump steer adjust ability when you start playing with all the suspension pick up points available.


Originally Posted by legokcen
Excellent Billy. Thanks very much. BTW, I just got me Team ReSpeed stuff in the mail today. The decals are on the car and ready for Road Atlanta this weekend! Can't wait!
Good luck this weekend. Maybe I can stop by.


Originally Posted by dj55b
Don't underestimate Billy's testing ... he didn't make us wait this long for nothing ...

I'm also +1 on loaning out money for familly, I just loaned my dad 2000$ to buy his 03 civic without taking out a loan and paying interest. Took it out of my paint budget.
Agreed. The system was tested rigorously. The first version part was installed over a year ago. We have been refining ever since.

Never heard of the 3rd gen 20B issues. I should look into working up a cradle for them.


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Originally Posted by 64mgb
Hey Billy - This looks great! I tried to view the other images of the stage 2 system and it took me to some images posted in the forums, but wouldn't let me view them. So I registered for the forums and went back in and it still won't allow me to view them...it says I am not allowed.

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You may have needed to "validate" your login. I looked at your account. should not have a problem seeing them from what I can see.

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Old 08-09-07, 08:26 AM
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We can make it work how much of the stock engine mounting and crossmember did you modify?
you better be able to buddy. cause in a few months youll be having to for me. after you get finished you can disown me JK
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Yet another example of outstanding work Billy! Where would this community be without you guys? I personally can't thank you enough, and this has definitely been added to my list as well!
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Originally Posted by bwaits
Yes, center iron mounting bracket are next on our list. they will not be integrated into this kit. They will be a separate item usable with stock or this kit.
SWEEET!
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Originally Posted by aws140
you better be able to buddy. cause in a few months youll be having to for me. after you get finished you can disown me JK
Who's to say I already haven't

No really, who am I to worry what engine someone puts in their car. Charlie at Mazcare has a bad *** second gen with a V8. That dude has been a rotor head since I was a little man. He said it rocks, and I trust him. Me, I use v8's in tow vehicles

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Old 08-09-07, 01:07 PM
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Awesome Billy, and that is a steal of a price, I expected double that... as for my issue I spoke to you about I think the best route would be a custom pan, simple by comparison

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You magnificant bastard. Now I need another $1000.
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well Charlie uses his 2gen for a tow vehicle when ever he needs to get him self to Roger's shop in no time at all.
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Originally Posted by bwaits
Who's to say I already haven't

No really, who am I to worry what engine someone puts in their car. Charlie at Mazcare has a bad *** second gen with a V8. That dude has been a rotor head since I was a little man. He said it rocks, and I trust him. Me, I use v8's in tow vehicles

-billy
i see how it is

its ok though, ill still have a wankel in the GSL.


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