Project: "Last RX-7" by Herblenny
#62
03-05-2012, 12:45 AM
Sweet wheels. What do you look for in a wheel shop? I'm going to need some recommendations in the Bay Area if anyone has them. Need a place that won't scratch/mar black-finished wheels when mounting/dismounting tires.
#64
03-05-2012, 09:08 AM
Thank you!
I look for a specific mounting machine. My research shows one of the best is Corgi ARTIGLIO MASTER. Most shops charge extra but I have seen this machine in person at SEMA and its by far the best machine out there.
I'll try to take some pics of the wheel weights that my shop uses when I get a chance. They use already curved low profile weights.
Oh, Also, your rotors will be going on this car
Anyhow, Update..
March 5th, 2012 - Update from my fabricator Walker Morgan @ MPFab.com
Walker who's a professional, keeps me updated on the progress on the set up. One of the reason why I think he's a true professional. I've never asked him for a pic and he sends them to keep me informed. Also, he's awesome about meeting his time frame (he's would of finished it all but he's waiting on few things I've ordered.. so, its my fault).
Anyhow, he sent these pics of the wastegate setup.. But there is a chance we might change it up a bit.
I'll try to take some pics of the wheel weights that my shop uses when I get a chance. They use already curved low profile weights.
Oh, Also, your rotors will be going on this car
Anyhow, Update..
March 5th, 2012 - Update from my fabricator Walker Morgan @ MPFab.com
Walker who's a professional, keeps me updated on the progress on the set up. One of the reason why I think he's a true professional. I've never asked him for a pic and he sends them to keep me informed. Also, he's awesome about meeting his time frame (he's would of finished it all but he's waiting on few things I've ordered.. so, its my fault).
Anyhow, he sent these pics of the wastegate setup.. But there is a chance we might change it up a bit.
#65
04-05-2012, 07:12 PM
April 5th, 2012 - Its been awhile since I last updated and I have quite a bit to post up.
To start, I got my Radiator and the core from Bell Intercoolers (www.bellintercoolers.com)
MPFab did some quick mock ups to see how its going to line up.
To start, I got my Radiator and the core from Bell Intercoolers (www.bellintercoolers.com)
MPFab did some quick mock ups to see how its going to line up.
#66
04-06-2012, 05:59 AM
April 6th, 2012 - I been also working on the MB FD.
For the MB, I got hold of rare RE-Amemiya dual Dolphin tip catback.
i had a bit of an issue taking the old one out and took 4 hours vs. normal 30-45mins.. All because of this one nut!
Pic of installed catback (bad pic)
For the MB, I got hold of rare RE-Amemiya dual Dolphin tip catback.
i had a bit of an issue taking the old one out and took 4 hours vs. normal 30-45mins.. All because of this one nut!
Pic of installed catback (bad pic)
#67
04-06-2012, 10:21 AM
April 6th, 2012 Part B - MB Strut tower... AutoEXE
Front was fairly easy to put on.. Minus getting rid of Garfinkle brace.
Rear was bit more challenging as I had to cut the panels.
Before:
During:
After:
I also decided to put the Bose tube back in.. In someways, I kind of missed it
Front was fairly easy to put on.. Minus getting rid of Garfinkle brace.
Rear was bit more challenging as I had to cut the panels.
Before:
During:
After:
I also decided to put the Bose tube back in.. In someways, I kind of missed it
#69
04-09-2012, 11:00 AM
Thanks Chad!
April 9th, 2012 - Update on the build.. Walker Morgan from www.MPFab.com is doing great job on this build!!
Here are the pics
April 9th, 2012 - Update on the build.. Walker Morgan from www.MPFab.com is doing great job on this build!!
Here are the pics
#70
04-10-2012, 06:24 AM
April 10th, 2012 - Thanks to Chris Ludwig of Ludwig Motorsports (http://www.lms-efi.com/) will be helping me with the EFI solutions. I got these coils from him and going to figure out where I'm going to mount them in the engine bay..
#73
05-16-2012, 10:29 PM
Thats awesome! I need to drive one of those one day just to compare.
Update.
December 8th, 2011 - My fabricator/friend Walker Morgan has explain to me how he was going to build the new 20B manifold. We've decided to use bit more expensive, 321 Stainless for the new manifold. I'm excited to see how its going to turn out!! Until then, I need to start working on the wiring for the car..
Here is a translated DSSC wiring diagram I received the other day... Only one in the WORLD!!!
Also, I realized I didn't mention much about my engine...
20B/3 Rotor is from a last year made Eunos Cosmo which each engine is stamped with a letter and a number. Earlier series are just numbers and last series starts with letter "D". This one is the later more stronger motor. Complete rebuilt with all new internals and slightly ported (RE blocks are already has big ports) and REW exhaust sleeves are put in place.
I actually bought this short block several years ago from Hector Gonzales, former NHRA modified class racer in Miami. He was going to use this engine to build his drag car but ended up selling it because of some financial issues.
Update.
December 8th, 2011 - My fabricator/friend Walker Morgan has explain to me how he was going to build the new 20B manifold. We've decided to use bit more expensive, 321 Stainless for the new manifold. I'm excited to see how its going to turn out!! Until then, I need to start working on the wiring for the car..
Here is a translated DSSC wiring diagram I received the other day... Only one in the WORLD!!!
Also, I realized I didn't mention much about my engine...
20B/3 Rotor is from a last year made Eunos Cosmo which each engine is stamped with a letter and a number. Earlier series are just numbers and last series starts with letter "D". This one is the later more stronger motor. Complete rebuilt with all new internals and slightly ported (RE blocks are already has big ports) and REW exhaust sleeves are put in place.
I actually bought this short block several years ago from Hector Gonzales, former NHRA modified class racer in Miami. He was going to use this engine to build his drag car but ended up selling it because of some financial issues.
#74
06-21-2012, 07:22 PM
OK... Well, I'm going to start updating this thread a bit more regularly since I'm starting to wind down.
To start, My event, DGRR 2012 Happened in Mid April and I was concentrating on that..
We had a great turn out and I think many rotary guys had great time. More information about this event, goto: www.DealsGapRotaryRally.com
I also got pulled over by TN LEO.. but did finally got to drive on the Dragon (been 4 years).
The unfortunate part was I blew two PowerFC's the very last day when I was about to roll back home. Luckily help of rotary friends and DGRR sponsors, I was able to limp back home vs. tow truck.
Here are the list of DGRR 2012 sponsors. Please support these vendors who support my event.
To start, My event, DGRR 2012 Happened in Mid April and I was concentrating on that..
We had a great turn out and I think many rotary guys had great time. More information about this event, goto: www.DealsGapRotaryRally.com
I also got pulled over by TN LEO.. but did finally got to drive on the Dragon (been 4 years).
The unfortunate part was I blew two PowerFC's the very last day when I was about to roll back home. Luckily help of rotary friends and DGRR sponsors, I was able to limp back home vs. tow truck.
Here are the list of DGRR 2012 sponsors. Please support these vendors who support my event.
