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I got the condenser in! There are obvious discrepancies between the MANA AC package and the Nippondenso. I had to cut off a condenser bracket on the passenger side and the GReddy brackets don't work 100%. But with a little finesse, they work
I got the condenser in! There are obvious discrepancies between the MANA AC package and the Nippondenso. I had to cut off a condenser bracket on the passenger side and the GReddy brackets don't work 100%. But with a little finesse, they work
0 2017/04/02 20:44:33
I used some advice from the GReddy V mount thread and moved the AC lines under the support rail and secured them with adel clamps. Plenty of clearance now. I flipped the "S" pipe for the hose on the right so I can hide the unused nipple for the AST and I plugged it with a hose and bolt.
I used some advice from the GReddy V mount thread and moved the AC lines under the support rail and secured them with adel clamps. Plenty of clearance now. I flipped the "S" pipe for the hose on the right so I can hide the unused nipple for the AST and I plugged it with a hose and bolt.
0 2017/04/02 20:44:44
This part was the most time consuming for sure. My friend brought over his tubing bender and we bent the AC line straight and after several bends, unbends, and re bends, we finally got these things to work. I'm getting a spacer to move the drier inboard about 1/2" for more clearance between the sight glass and the wiring harness. Still have plenty of room with the intercooler mocked up as well.
This part was the most time consuming for sure. My friend brought over his tubing bender and we bent the AC line straight and after several bends, unbends, and re bends, we finally got these things to work. I'm getting a spacer to move the drier inboard about 1/2" for more clearance between the sight glass and the wiring harness. Still have plenty of room with the intercooler mocked up as well.
0 2017/04/02 20:44:53
The GReddy radiator is a beautiful piece.
The GReddy radiator is a beautiful piece.
0 2017/04/02 20:52:24
Got the power steering cooler line in. I need to get some universal hose that's a bit longer to make the loop work. The stock hose is just a bit too short for it.
Got the power steering cooler line in. I need to get some universal hose that's a bit longer to make the loop work. The stock hose is just a bit too short for it.
0 2017/04/02 20:52:30
I deleted the AST by installing an 86 fill neck and plugging the nipple on the front. I plugged the nipple by drilling it out and installing a 1/2" plug. I broke the wire sheath on the low coolant sensor so a new one is on its way in.
I deleted the AST by installing an 86 fill neck and plugging the nipple on the front. I plugged the nipple by drilling it out and installing a 1/2" plug. I broke the wire sheath on the low coolant sensor so a new one is on its way in.
0 2017/04/02 20:52:37
Got the condenser mounted. There are obvious differences between the MANA and Nippondenso. I had to cut a bracket off of both the drier and the condenser and I could only use some mounting holes for the brackets. It's still securely mounted, just not using ALL the intended holes.
Got the condenser mounted. There are obvious differences between the MANA and Nippondenso. I had to cut a bracket off of both the drier and the condenser and I could only use some mounting holes for the brackets. It's still securely mounted, just not using ALL the intended holes.
0 2017/04/02 20:52:44
Using some advice from the install thread, I moved and secured the AC lines under the support beam with adel clamps. Now there is plenty of room for the radiator lines. I also flipped the "S" tube to hide the unused nipple I pluuged with a hose and bolt.
Using some advice from the install thread, I moved and secured the AC lines under the support beam with adel clamps. Now there is plenty of room for the radiator lines. I also flipped the "S" tube to hide the unused nipple I pluuged with a hose and bolt.
0 2017/04/02 20:52:55
This part took the most time. Using my buddies tubing bender, we straightened, bent, unbent, and rebent this line several times until we got to the finished product. A little sketchy with how soft the metal is. But nonetheless it's good! Just need a spacer to move the drier inboard a bit.
This part took the most time. Using my buddies tubing bender, we straightened, bent, unbent, and rebent this line several times until we got to the finished product. A little sketchy with how soft the metal is. But nonetheless it's good! Just need a spacer to move the drier inboard a bit.
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0 2017/04/05 17:12:35
The gaskets for the AWS and AWS tube are NLA from Mazda so I had to cut my own from some gasket materiel.
The gaskets for the AWS and AWS tube are NLA from Mazda so I had to cut my own from some gasket materiel.
0 2017/04/05 17:17:15
I had a pretty epic battle with my cat stud.
I had a pretty epic battle with my cat stud.
0 2017/04/05 17:18:18
All blocked off and ready to go!
All blocked off and ready to go!
0 2017/04/05 17:18:22
Finalized the AC drier mounting. Because I scooted it inboard a little bit, I used one of the radiator rubber mount bushings as a spacer between the wall and the bracket. This shimmed it inboard and gave it a little play.
Finalized the AC drier mounting. Because I scooted it inboard a little bit, I used one of the radiator rubber mount bushings as a spacer between the wall and the bracket. This shimmed it inboard and gave it a little play.
0 2017/04/05 17:18:28
I chose to cut, extend, solder, and shrink my fan harness.
I chose to cut, extend, solder, and shrink my fan harness.
0 2017/04/05 17:18:34
After I finished the extension, I wrapped the harnesses in self fusing silicone tape. Then I used Adel Clamps to route it along the radiator mount.
After I finished the extension, I wrapped the harnesses in self fusing silicone tape. Then I used Adel Clamps to route it along the radiator mount.
0 2017/04/05 17:20:24
Nice, clamped, secure, and neat.
Nice, clamped, secure, and neat.
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0 2017/04/05 17:20:35
My rear stationary gear O ring was definitely leaking. It was square, hard as a rock, and snapped in two removing it.
My rear stationary gear O ring was definitely leaking. It was square, hard as a rock, and snapped in two removing it.
0 2017/04/05 17:25:48
My rear stationary gear removed. Someone described it as trying to disarm a bomb removing and installing this. I can agree to it.
My rear stationary gear removed. Someone described it as trying to disarm a bomb removing and installing this. I can agree to it.
0 2017/04/05 17:25:54
The V mount ducting is all installed!
The V mount ducting is all installed!
0 2017/04/05 17:26:02
Its finally coming together.
Its finally coming together.
0 2017/04/05 17:26:08
Nice shot of the intakes.
Nice shot of the intakes.
0 2017/04/05 17:26:13
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0 2017/04/06 09:28:48
Got the stock flywheel resurfaced. I opted to keep the stock flywheel because we installed a lightweight flywheel on my buddy's RX8 and it was a bear to drive that thing. I wanted maximum streetability seeing as this is still my daily.
Got the stock flywheel resurfaced. I opted to keep the stock flywheel because we installed a lightweight flywheel on my buddy's RX8 and it was a bear to drive that thing. I wanted maximum streetability seeing as this is still my daily.
0 2017/04/08 07:53:39
New rear main seal installed, pilot bearing, pilot bearing seal, and rear stationary gear o ring.
New rear main seal installed, pilot bearing, pilot bearing seal, and rear stationary gear o ring.
0 2017/04/08 07:53:44
ACT HD SS clutch installed with a Monoloc collar. Engaging that monoloc collar was a BEAST. I don't think I was doing it wrong I think there is just not enough leverage through the tiny access hole to really pop that throwout bearing on there.
ACT HD SS clutch installed with a Monoloc collar. Engaging that monoloc collar was a BEAST. I don't think I was doing it wrong I think there is just not enough leverage through the tiny access hole to really pop that throwout bearing on there.
0 2017/04/08 07:53:49
I got my gaskets in and completed the install.
I got my gaskets in and completed the install.
0 2017/04/08 07:53:54
Peak a boo
Peak a boo
0 2017/04/08 07:53:58
Pulled a vacuum on the system and converted it to r134a. Was blowing so cold I had to turn it down.
Pulled a vacuum on the system and converted it to r134a. Was blowing so cold I had to turn it down.
0 2017/04/08 23:13:51
I ran my power wire for my battery relocation through the factory channel. 4AWG is a PERFECT fit.
I ran my power wire for my battery relocation through the factory channel. 4AWG is a PERFECT fit.
0 2017/04/08 23:13:56
I used the Braille mount and drilled holes in the bottom of the bin. I then went through the chassis and using shim spacers, 2.5-3" bolts, self locking nylon nuts, and bonded sealing washers, I bolted her to the chassis. The circuit breaker is super convenient for disconnecting the battery.
I used the Braille mount and drilled holes in the bottom of the bin. I then went through the chassis and using shim spacers, 2.5-3" bolts, self locking nylon nuts, and bonded sealing washers, I bolted her to the chassis. The circuit breaker is super convenient for disconnecting the battery.
0 2017/04/08 23:14:01
All done!
All done!
0 2017/04/08 23:14:06