SoCal 's monthly San Bernardino rotary meet: Second Saturday of each month.
well everyone.... unfortunatly, my motor has been pulled out once again.... only this time, the block has to be re-rebuilt
the intermediate housing had a huge hole in it.... it was in a spot that should never have a problem, so dave never thought to look there....so when he went to fill the coolant up, it went straight into the oil pan... bummer... its a sad day for jesse
the intermediate housing had a huge hole in it.... it was in a spot that should never have a problem, so dave never thought to look there....so when he went to fill the coolant up, it went straight into the oil pan... bummer... its a sad day for jesse
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fear not. it is re-assembled and beautumous, once again. 
i've never---EVER seen an iron crack in the place that intermediate did, so this was a shocker for me too. but in any case, i've got the block full of water right now. it hasn't gone down at all in the last hour, and i'll recheck it in the morning. it should be running again by noon tomorrow.
this was my fault for not checking the old block well enough, but like i said, i've never seen a failure like that before. jesse was very nice about my **** up and the re-rebuild will come out of my pocket this time around (even the new coolant seals
), so at least he didn't have to spend any money on it... just a minor time delay.
catastrophic failure = 1.5 day delay in the time frame
everyone makes mistakes....it's how you deal with them that defines the kind of person you are.
i've never---EVER seen an iron crack in the place that intermediate did, so this was a shocker for me too. but in any case, i've got the block full of water right now. it hasn't gone down at all in the last hour, and i'll recheck it in the morning. it should be running again by noon tomorrow.
this was my fault for not checking the old block well enough, but like i said, i've never seen a failure like that before. jesse was very nice about my **** up and the re-rebuild will come out of my pocket this time around (even the new coolant seals
), so at least he didn't have to spend any money on it... just a minor time delay.catastrophic failure = 1.5 day delay in the time frame
everyone makes mistakes....it's how you deal with them that defines the kind of person you are.
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hey RE Drifter, i cant read, is it Trans, Trais, or Travis?
Anyway, i hope you got your car started, my friend lives down on the other side (apt 14 i think).
Come to the next SB meet!
Anyway, i hope you got your car started, my friend lives down on the other side (apt 14 i think).
Come to the next SB meet!
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Originally Posted by GUITARJUNKIE28
fear not. it is re-assembled and beautumous, once again.
i've never---EVER seen an iron crack in the place that intermediate did, so this was a shocker for me too. but in any case, i've got the block full of water right now. it hasn't gone down at all in the last hour, and i'll recheck it in the morning. it should be running again by noon tomorrow.
this was my fault for not checking the old block well enough, but like i said, i've never seen a failure like that before. jesse was very nice about my **** up and the re-rebuild will come out of my pocket this time around (even the new coolant seals), so at least he didn't have to spend any money on it... just a minor time delay.
catastrophic failure = 1.5 day delay in the time frame
everyone makes mistakes....it's how you deal with them that defines the kind of person you are.
i've never---EVER seen an iron crack in the place that intermediate did, so this was a shocker for me too. but in any case, i've got the block full of water right now. it hasn't gone down at all in the last hour, and i'll recheck it in the morning. it should be running again by noon tomorrow.
this was my fault for not checking the old block well enough, but like i said, i've never seen a failure like that before. jesse was very nice about my **** up and the re-rebuild will come out of my pocket this time around (even the new coolant seals
), so at least he didn't have to spend any money on it... just a minor time delay.catastrophic failure = 1.5 day delay in the time frame
everyone makes mistakes....it's how you deal with them that defines the kind of person you are.
yeah, if it wasnt for dave, my car wouldnt have made it to ss9 by a long shot!(although its still 1 1/2 weeks away, so i still need to keep my fingers crossed) id probubly still be trying to figure out how to do the ss fuel lines...lol....... thanks dave for all the hard work! ill give you a call in a little while to see how its going
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wasn't taking any chances this time, so i put the short block together last night, less the oil pan. then i filled the block with water and let it sit overnight. water was exactly where i left it before i went to bed
it'll go in in an hour or two, and should be running by dark. so i guess it was a 2 day delay.
it'll go in in an hour or two, and should be running by dark. so i guess it was a 2 day delay.
Originally Posted by LittleCon
hey RE Drifter, i cant read, is it Trans, Trais, or Travis?
Anyway, i hope you got your car started, my friend lives down on the other side (apt 14 i think).
Come to the next SB meet!
Anyway, i hope you got your car started, my friend lives down on the other side (apt 14 i think).
Come to the next SB meet!
I'll see you at 7stock.
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car's running. got the intercooler re-mounted, boost controller on, misc. stuff buttoned up..
still gotta bleed the brakes and get smaller snap rings for the bov's. whatever company that sold those kits needs to be bitch slapped for using the wrong parts!
still gotta bleed the brakes and get smaller snap rings for the bov's. whatever company that sold those kits needs to be bitch slapped for using the wrong parts!
sup guys, hope you didnt forget about me. I finally got my ride to a frame shop and back. I've been busy....
Here's how she was, the rear quarter is toast.
Mocking up parts:
Those stock wheels look silly, I went ahead and put my friends wheels on with a better offset and are bit wider. They aren't as wide as I'm going but it at least gives me an idea.
The fun begins with cutting out the fender to fit the wider wheels
I didn't cut as much as I should have so I have to cut it again tommorow. Thats all for now.
Here's how she was, the rear quarter is toast.
Mocking up parts:
Those stock wheels look silly, I went ahead and put my friends wheels on with a better offset and are bit wider. They aren't as wide as I'm going but it at least gives me an idea.
The fun begins with cutting out the fender to fit the wider wheels
I didn't cut as much as I should have so I have to cut it again tommorow. Thats all for now.
looks like it's gong to be nice. I love watching project unfold. what all are you going to do to it? when do you plan to get it done?
Jesse, those wheels he put on look like your work wheels, just silver....
what all are you going to do to it? when do you plan to get it done?Jesse, those wheels he put on look like your work wheels, just silver....
Originally Posted by GUITARJUNKIE28
i did, but no luck. they'd only sell their whole adapter kit.
on a positive note, i bled your brakes and drove the car around the parking lot today
on a positive note, i bled your brakes and drove the car around the parking lot today
and it sounds nice
brap...brap...brap...brap..
thats what mine sounds like ask case.. well i have to make my last fisnishing touches on the car before pomona tomorrow, i cant wait to break in the slicks and kill those hondas 
well i have to make my last fisnishing touches on the car before pomona tomorrow, i cant wait to break in the slicks and kill those hondas
yes.... it does sound good Rice! it was nice to hear my old motor again. brap, brap, brap, brap...... AHHHHHHHH!
what time are you going out there? how long will you be there? if I get a chance I want to come out and watch.
what time are you going out there? how long will you be there? if I get a chance I want to come out and watch.
Rice, I dont think tomorrow is for just anyone that wants to race
http://www.californiaspeedway.com/dragway/
http://www.californiaspeedway.com/dragway/
aeka.... thats awesome! cant wait to see her finished! i was wondering what happened to you!
casey, i think those are work emotions.... nice offsets!
I PICK UP MY CAR TONIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! only for the weekend though, so im gonna try to get 500 miles on her by then went to the dmv, i got a temp moving permit, so at least ill be driving her "legally" for a bit..... now i just need to find someone who can do a test only smog on my car.... hhhmmmmm, anyone know of anyone.. pm me
casey, i think those are work emotions.... nice offsets!
I PICK UP MY CAR TONIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! only for the weekend though, so im gonna try to get 500 miles on her by then
went to the dmv, i got a temp moving permit, so at least ill be driving her "legally" for a bit..... now i just need to find someone who can do a test only smog on my car.... hhhmmmmm, anyone know of anyone.. pm me
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alright... just off the top of my head, here's a list of things i've done to jesse's car...so far:
Install:
-ss fuel lines, terminate ends, fuel filter, straighten out fuel rails and injectors
-avcr boost controller
-blow off valves, modify snap rings to fit
-turbo, manifold, wastegate, studs, nuts, and related parts
-microtech ems: remove old computer, install microtech and build harness
-exhaust system
-upper intake manifold with vacuum lines and related parts, remove studs and use allen head bolts
-add gear oil to transmission, engine oil, and coolant
-finish starter install, replace one bolt
-front bumper and connect lights
-fd alternator, relocation bracket, and modified pulley
-coolant overflow
-oil catch can
-all necessary vacuum lines
-battery with custom tray
-battery leads, ground wires, etc
- battery heat shield
-gauges: oil pressure, oil temp, egt, tach, and wire all gauges to turn on and dim with accessory lights properly
-omp blockoff plate
-oil feed and return lines for turbo
-remove stock main pulley and install racing beat main pulley
-hose hangers on misc. pieces throughout engine bay
-alternator/water pump belts
Custom work and modifications:
-weld v-band on turbo
-modify downpipe (lengthern and add v-band)
-build custom fitted battery tray for pc925 battery
-build carbon fiber heat shield for battery
-wire up electric fan
-build feed and return lines for turbo
-basic tune for idle, free rev, and low load drivability
and that's not even including building the engine...ahem.....twice
Install:
-ss fuel lines, terminate ends, fuel filter, straighten out fuel rails and injectors
-avcr boost controller
-blow off valves, modify snap rings to fit
-turbo, manifold, wastegate, studs, nuts, and related parts
-microtech ems: remove old computer, install microtech and build harness
-exhaust system
-upper intake manifold with vacuum lines and related parts, remove studs and use allen head bolts
-add gear oil to transmission, engine oil, and coolant
-finish starter install, replace one bolt
-front bumper and connect lights
-fd alternator, relocation bracket, and modified pulley
-coolant overflow
-oil catch can
-all necessary vacuum lines
-battery with custom tray
-battery leads, ground wires, etc
- battery heat shield
-gauges: oil pressure, oil temp, egt, tach, and wire all gauges to turn on and dim with accessory lights properly
-omp blockoff plate
-oil feed and return lines for turbo
-remove stock main pulley and install racing beat main pulley
-hose hangers on misc. pieces throughout engine bay
-alternator/water pump belts
Custom work and modifications:
-weld v-band on turbo
-modify downpipe (lengthern and add v-band)
-build custom fitted battery tray for pc925 battery
-build carbon fiber heat shield for battery
-wire up electric fan
-build feed and return lines for turbo
-basic tune for idle, free rev, and low load drivability
and that's not even including building the engine...ahem.....twice
Last edited by GUITARJUNKIE28; Oct 20, 2006 at 08:23 PM.