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Old Mar 23, 2007 | 09:58 PM
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Anyone have a cooler looking alternator bracket? Or wana make me one? (not relocation)
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Old Mar 23, 2007 | 10:07 PM
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Damn man looks like things are coming along great.
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Old Mar 23, 2007 | 10:20 PM
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Mirable,
Great build up. I didn't read the whole entire thread so excuse me if it was covered, but a big recommendation for you would be the Guru E-shaft as flex with the 20B is horrible. I looked into it alot, prior to goin nuts on my current setup.
Anyhow good luck. Jim did a great job on Tommy's car.
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Old Mar 23, 2007 | 10:32 PM
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Thanks 95.

Ernie,
It is not mentioned on the thread, but it was talked about. I was in touch with Guru during the build, and we agreed to pass it up for now. My horsepower goals are less then Tommy's. I have been gathering information for a race engine...something a little wilder then this, maybe an extra rotor...but it is a couple years down the road....If this engine does not last, you may have the last word, because if I have to rebuild it I will use that part next go around...
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Old Mar 24, 2007 | 10:20 AM
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Mirabile,

Your car looks utterly fantastic. Lots and lots of work on the project that is all paying off. Next time I see a thread about how easy it is to do a 20B conversion, I'll direct them to your posts and then have them read through the several years of post on my thread. That should make them rethink the project.

I had the same fitment problem with my turbo. Before Chris Green's problems, he shaved/dimpled the wheel well housing in the car to give the turbo setup enough clearance. This worked well for me.

Keep up the good work and don't make the car faster than mine
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Old Mar 24, 2007 | 10:30 AM
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Originally Posted by mirabile
Anyone have a cooler looking alternator bracket? Or wana make me one? (not relocation)
Joe, the car looks absolutely amazing, you're really pulling out all the stops on this one! I definitely have to come down to Jim's new shop to check your monster out in person.

Re: the alt bracket, is it interchangeable with the 2 rotor bracket? I have one being ceramic coated that would fit right in with your blingin' engine bay
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Old Mar 24, 2007 | 10:35 AM
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What was done to the rear? (Diff)
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Old Mar 24, 2007 | 12:23 PM
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Joe, the car looks absolutely amazing, you're really pulling out all the stops on this one! I definitely have to come down to Jim's new shop to check your monster out in person.

Re: the alt bracket, is it interchangeable with the 2 rotor bracket? I have one being ceramic coated that would fit right in with your blingin' engine bay

I think it is rich, can someone confirm that?

Thanks for the compliments, coming from you guys, (David, Ernie, Rich) it means a lot.

Re: the rear - Cusco LSD, KG parts hardened axles (discussed in more detail earlier in the thread) Gotham drag launch kit (trailing arms- did not fit waiting for replaicements, toe links- did fit)
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Old Mar 24, 2007 | 12:32 PM
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Originally Posted by mirabile
I think it is rich, can someone confirm that?

Thanks for the compliments, coming from you guys, (David, Ernie, Rich) it means a lot.

Re: the rear - Cusco LSD, KG parts hardened axles (discussed in more detail earlier in the thread) Gotham drag launch kit (trailing arms- did not fit waiting for replaicements, toe links- did fit)
Actually, that was Coils, my alter ego

What's up with the alternator bracket? You glossed over the question.
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Old Mar 24, 2007 | 01:03 PM
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I said I think it is the same, but I need a confirmation? You should know this more then I should, you are older.
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Old Mar 24, 2007 | 01:31 PM
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Originally Posted by mirabile
I said I think it is the same, but I need a confirmation? You should know this more then I should, you are older.
Gotcha, I misunderstood you. I'd need a closer picture, but it appears to be the same.
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Old Mar 24, 2007 | 04:17 PM
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What coils are those? I'm trying out the MSD coils in mine. Supposedly 50% more firing power.
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Old Mar 24, 2007 | 04:27 PM
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The electromotive Tec3 coils. This unit eliminates the need for a seperate system such as an MSD. 50% more firing power then which ones?

http://www.directignition.com/products/tec3.html
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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 06:23 PM
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Well its beeeeeen a while. A lot of hold ups. But the car is getting a tune this week. The exhaust and Intercooler piping is done. Everything is mounted up... Here is almost the final product. We decided to do a fuel cell and I will have pictures of that soon. I am 100% positive I will be at HIN Philadelphia show if anyone will be around.





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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 06:25 PM
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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 06:26 PM
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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 06:28 PM
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joe, any pix of the exhaust?? do you have it mounted thru the side? sh*t i know ill see the car tomorow anyway but im just excited as you are. i want to see it NOW NOW NOW. lol
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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 06:29 PM
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Tommy, I didnt do it for now. I will show you why at Jims.
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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 06:56 PM
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That thing is amazing. Enjoy
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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 07:21 PM
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who makes the breather tank for this?
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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 07:44 PM
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Originally Posted by mirabile
The electromotive Tec3 coils. This unit eliminates the need for a seperate system such as an MSD. 50% more firing power then which ones?

http://www.directignition.com/products/tec3.html
The GM LS1s that were in my car.
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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 07:46 PM
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Joe, you are running two oil coolers right? Youd definately need them for the 20B.
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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 07:51 PM
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wow man ive been following this thread for a while and im really impressed with the car. good luck with the tune hope theres no setbacks. when is this HIN where the car will be making its debut? might have to make a trip.
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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 08:21 PM
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when is this HIN where the car will be making its debut? might have to make a trip.
Hot Import Nights, 5/12 at the convention center
http://www.hotimportnights.com/events/event.asp?id=569
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Old Apr 29, 2007 | 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by David Hayes
Joe, you are running two oil coolers right? Youd definately need them for the 20B.
Yes sir. Scrubs setup is going to be used. I had to see how the pipes fit first.
ThanKs for the comments.
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