cabmakr33

Well, Ray finished her up Friday. I didn't get to stick around to see her get tuned, but I still need to break her in. So, the number aren't important right now anyway. But I was glad to be there for the first start. I was blown away by how much louder she was. Here are a few pics. I took some video,but can't seem to download it from my phone.

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justturbo2

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That's awsome. Looks real nice. give us some more info turbo size, engine management, what kind of port etc. can't wait for the video.

sk8world

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looks very nice.. Ray does some very nice work...

So what porting and turbo ? I would guess full bridge?

cabmakr33

Well here goes: full bridge, dowed and clearanced, borg warner 67mm turbo wrapped in heat blanket as well as wrapping the down pipe, water/meth kit- all running off of an Apexi fc commander; added an ACT 6 puck clutch, lightweight flywheel, carbon fiber drive shaft and a diff cradle; also added a a/f gauge, oil temp gauge and a water temp gauge

ErnieT

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BEEEAAAASSSSTTTTT!!!!

justturbo2

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Sounds like a beast like ernie said. hey camakr33 did you notice the difference in the carbon fiber drive shaft. and what they are. except for the obvious faster acceleration

cabmakr33

Still breaking her in. Haven't really noticed.

cabmakr33

Just a short clip on the dyno. Showing off Ray's mad skills!!!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rc2fp8ludEA

ErnieT

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Looks awesome Dan! Come give me a ride!

cabmakr33

I'll swing by tomorrow if you got time. Don't want to wake the neighbors 2 nights in a row. ****'s kinda loud now ya know. lol

turbodrx7

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O damn, i just realized it was that car! i thought it was that car from VA that looks kinda like it,except all cwest'd out! Nice to see another fast FD around...

djseven

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What were the numbers and at what boost?

Thanks
David

ErnieT

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^^
He said he had to break it in first before it was fine tuned.

cabmakr33

186 miles down, 814 to go. Damn it's hard to stay below 4500rpm. I feel like a reformed crackhead walking down north ave. It's sooooo tempting to put my foot to the floor but I know it will be worth the wait.

macszx12

How long did it take PFS to do your build? the car really sounds great. Bet it will be a monster when you finally get it tuned for some real boost.

cabmakr33

About 1 1/2 mo. Good work takes time and it's never wise to rush a craftsman. ray knew that I wanted it to be a beast, but also wanted it to be a thing of beauty. Not only is he the Einstein of the tuning world, but he's also a phenomenal fabricator (and that's saying something coming from a guy who designs and builds custom cabinetry for a living). Ray, if you're out there my friend, hats off to ya!!!

cabmakr33

HOW SWEET IS THAT!

macszx12

you mean he built the motorr and every thog in only a month and a half.

cabmakr33

It was at the shop for a bit longer, but once he got into it it went pretty fast. It's never an all day everyday thing. He had guy's come in for tuning, down time waiting on materials, the normal kind of **** that delays a project. Nothing that's not to be expected from a major build.

macszx12

yeah my car has been there for 8 months and it is starting to get really old. know he is the best but man do you think it really should take this long.

cabmakr33

Be patient. And keep in touch with him. I think he's starting to get caught up. I also own a small business that is specialized, and understand his problems. You'll be happy at the end.

cpnneeda

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I'm not tryng to be nostalgic or anything, but I really think that Ray having brought PFS back to the forefront of the Rotary community, is a truly great thing. A lot of the older guys on here had nothing but PFS parts on their cars. Hell a buddy of mine still runs the catback. Many of the parts still float around here, and are on loads of cars. Congrats to Ray and the new staff at PFS. Keep up the good work, and as soon as I win the lottery, I.'ll bring you my car. Awesome car man. As are all the cars I've seen come out of there recently.

K_1_M

Nice bodykit you´ve got! Think it´s the same I have on mine, Veilside D1GT right?? The build looks awesome! Hope that the breakin goes by swiftly!

cabmakr33

You got it. I know there are not alot of Veilside fans on this forum, but what can I say, I dig!