REW swap single turbo, race ported, PFC...
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so does that mean that the rew will bolt up to the fc trans?
im looking to do the same swap with in the next week or so.
i think ima have to go with your style engine mount.
also sorry if it was already mentioned but what ecu will you be running?
thanks
im looking to do the same swap with in the next week or so.
i think ima have to go with your style engine mount.
also sorry if it was already mentioned but what ecu will you be running?
thanks
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Originally Posted by shocker003
so does that mean that the rew will bolt up to the fc trans?
im looking to do the same swap with in the next week or so.
i think ima have to go with your style engine mount.
also sorry if it was already mentioned but what ecu will you be running?
thanks
im looking to do the same swap with in the next week or so.
i think ima have to go with your style engine mount.
also sorry if it was already mentioned but what ecu will you be running?
thanks
And hes using Power fc ecu.
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yes it bolts to the NA trans but you have to use the s5 flywheel and counterwieght and then a NA clutch.. good luck with your build !
nice hmm i am trying to decide if it is worth it to keept the power steering or not this isnt my daily its going to be an autox car so i dont technically need it buttt i do love power steering especially since the fc is so heavy.... you did a good job on yours though i am going to try and figure out which way im going to go.
Having driven FC's with and without power steering in 2 AutoX seasons, I think you'll prefer the power steering more for the quicker ratio. That's my preference; if you have a friend that has an FC w/ a manual rack, see if you can borrow it for an event
You can of course, turn a powered rack into a manual by modifying the guts (which requires welding). You'll get a quicker rack, but it'll be a bit heavier as well.
After a season or two with a manual rack, you'll definitely get some muscle on your arms
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thanks for the advice...as of right now i am keeping the powersteering lines in the car just tying them back for the moment so that if i decide to i will put it in... but my main goal is getting the car running right now and then doing more of the fabrication work later to put in the power steering.
Having driven FC's with and without power steering in 2 AutoX seasons, I think you'll prefer the power steering more for the quicker ratio. That's my preference; if you have a friend that has an FC w/ a manual rack, see if you can borrow it for an event
You can of course, turn a powered rack into a manual by modifying the guts (which requires welding). You'll get a quicker rack, but it'll be a bit heavier as well.
After a season or two with a manual rack, you'll definitely get some muscle on your arms
You can of course, turn a powered rack into a manual by modifying the guts (which requires welding). You'll get a quicker rack, but it'll be a bit heavier as well.
After a season or two with a manual rack, you'll definitely get some muscle on your arms
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Alrighty gents here it is started her up today she only needed brake cleaner on the first start then she turned on all on her own ! sounds like a beast and is already breathin fire ;-]
Let me know whatcha think... like i said its the first start still have more to do didnt run it long b/c as you can see in the video the coolant hoses arent on and the oil return aint hooked up yet !
Let me know whatcha think... like i said its the first start still have more to do didnt run it long b/c as you can see in the video the coolant hoses arent on and the oil return aint hooked up yet !
Originally Posted by rtrychk08
Its a piece of steel and welded it across the frame set a rear plate on the tranny and marked the holes to drill out to put the bolts through and thats it
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Yes that so u can use the fd mounts try to use the stock fc mounts is alot of trouble and isnt as sturdy i felt then trying to use the fd mounts if u have the rew look at the mounts it mounts in the rear where the oil pan is and then u can just got to the hardware store and buy a piece of steel to weld and it was easiest to go ahead and line up the rear plate bolt it to the transmission to make sure the holes line up
Originally Posted by rtrychk08
Yes that so u can use the fd mounts try to use the stock fc mounts is alot of trouble and isnt as sturdy i felt then trying to use the fd mounts if u have the rew look at the mounts it mounts in the rear where the oil pan is and then u can just got to the hardware store and buy a piece of steel to weld and it was easiest to go ahead and line up the rear plate bolt it to the transmission to make sure the holes line up
I just need to make sure and get a motor within a reasonable time to custom the subframe
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I also picked up a true mazdaspeed body kit for 100 bucks and plan on mounting that after i get the car painted! Update on the engine i finally got to work on it a bit over my thanksgiving break and i connected the oil lines hooked up the return and the heater hose, changed out the slave and ran into another problem my Master is bad so i have to buy that and i can finally test drive it... Hope everyone had a great Holiday!
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So, today is the day i finally got the primer on the car mounted the intercooler and all piping is connected, finished the exhaust and took it for a test drive and the car hauled ***! i love it ! Ran into a problem with the alternator have to figure out how to re wire it b/c it is not charging the battery! here are some pics...
