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Old Aug 17, 2013 | 03:23 PM
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I love this build, it's amazing. Can't wait to see what's next!
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Old Aug 19, 2013 | 09:30 PM
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Looking good with those wheels
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Old Sep 1, 2013 | 02:20 PM
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Thanks!

The car is finally back on the lift after 5 months.. :-)
Mock-up with the rear wheels..
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Sold my bmw trans.. Going for a better tranny!

Tko-fd bellhousing adapter
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Quarter master twin cerametallic
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I just started on new intercooler mounting brackets :-)
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Right one is done
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You can also follow this build on facebook, search for 'gus performance'
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Old Sep 1, 2013 | 04:17 PM
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Awesome fab work!

Love this build!
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 01:01 PM
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Thanks :-)

Some more work..
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Radiator brackets..
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 01:09 PM
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Top Notch!
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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 03:41 PM
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Small update,

Some more work on the cooler setup.
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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 06:55 PM
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dont forget that you need a space between the main pulley and radiator. its not easy to find a elec radiator fan that will pull alot of CFM. disregard if you have a plan for a pusher fan.
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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 07:37 PM
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You sir are very talented. How many hours went into THAT set up? Awesome!
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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 07:39 PM
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Will you be using an oil temperature thermostat?
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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 01:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Siraniko
dont forget that you need a space between the main pulley and radiator. its not easy to find a elec radiator fan that will pull alot of CFM. disregard if you have a plan for a pusher fan.
That wont be a problem, i can fit a 20b in there, the motor is moved back about 130mm. Im going to use a 16" electric fan on the rad!
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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 01:31 AM
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Originally Posted by cfamilyfix
You sir are very talented. How many hours went into THAT set up? Awesome!
I have no idea :-) many hours...
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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 01:33 AM
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Originally Posted by KansasCityREPU
Will you be using an oil temperature thermostat?
Yes, in my fd im using a earl oil thermostat, it has been working good.
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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 08:42 AM
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Yes, in my fd im using a earl oil thermostat, it has been working good.
I'm using the same Earls thermostat. Your setup looks much nicer then mine.

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Old Sep 27, 2013 | 06:38 AM
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Awesome work gusfd3s. Where did you learn your Solidworks skills? I have Solidworks but only basic skills and would love to be able to use it at your level.
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Old Sep 27, 2013 | 07:53 PM
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Nice billet work there! Keep it up
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Old Oct 6, 2013 | 03:43 AM
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Originally Posted by 12AMiata
Awesome work gusfd3s. Where did you learn your Solidworks skills? I have Solidworks but only basic skills and would love to be able to use it at your level.
Thanks, just put many hours into it!
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Old Oct 6, 2013 | 03:44 AM
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Old Oct 6, 2013 | 04:39 PM
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Originally Posted by gusfd3s

I've got one of those cardboard boxes!
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Old Oct 10, 2013 | 12:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Stredrotor
I've got one of those cardboard boxes!
I know

Wastegate.. Some welding left!
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Old Dec 16, 2013 | 02:24 PM
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Update!

Some rear end candy!
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Rear housing cut to the right length and ready to weld the end housings.
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Pressing the bearings
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Bearing retainer and caliper mount
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Finished
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Test fit
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Ready for wheels!
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It has been a long time since the car had 4 wheels..
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Old Dec 16, 2013 | 02:25 PM
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Also made a bracket for my coils
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Being a new member, I just had the pleasure of going through this entire thread. Automotive/machining **** is what it is... You, sir, have amazing patience and skill. I noticed your first post said you did not feel confident in your abilities. What an amazing build to come out of that mindset. VERY nice work and beyond impressive. Most impressive thread I've ever come across.
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Old Dec 17, 2013 | 11:12 AM
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Originally Posted by 63hardtop
Being a new member, I just had the pleasure of going through this entire thread. Automotive/machining **** is what it is... You, sir, have amazing patience and skill. I noticed your first post said you did not feel confident in your abilities. What an amazing build to come out of that mindset. VERY nice work and beyond impressive. Most impressive thread I've ever come across.
thank you for your kind comment!
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Old Jan 26, 2014 | 03:24 AM
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I redesigned my motor mounts, didnt like the old one.
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Yesterday i started on the exhaust, there was no way to fit a 4" pipe under the car so went with dual 3" after the dp.
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