The start of some V8 madness
#1
The start of some V8 madness
Table of Contents:
LSD Surgery - Post 52, Post 53, Post 62, Post 63
Differential Installation - Post 79, Post 80
Soarer R154 Conversion parts - Post 59, Post 108, Post 167
Soarer R154 Conversion - Post 248
1UZ MT Conversion parts - Post 108
Test Figures (0-60, 45-65):
Baseline - 6.78s, 3.57s
w/4.27 LSD - 6.45s, 3.20s
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Guys-
I will have had my SC400 for a year in October. I have taken the time to make a few minor modifications. Other than a BFI, the 67k mile V8 under my hood is unaltered, having been babied by the previous owner. It is now time to turn up the heat.
Today, I received the first piece of the puzzle: a brand new Auto TT Torsen LSD for a Supra. I will be transplanting it into an SC300 auto differential for the 4.27 gears to get neck-snapping starts. Once I source an SC300 diff, I will begin the surgery.
Expected in the mail early next week is a centrifugal supercharger mounting bracket for a fully belt-driven Powerdyne supercharger. I have not sourced one of their blowers yet, but my eyes are peeled for a good deal. I will initially run a 6psi pulley and work to 10-12psi. All the goodies (bypass valve, FMIC, etc.) will be included.
Also, I have talked with Neil Griffiths about acquiring his R154 swap kit. This will require that I source an ultra-rare Soarer/Chaser R154, but -again- my eyes are peeled. This modification will progress naturally after I am blowing 6psi and I have completed a full exhaust swap from S&S Headers back.
In summary, the mod list is going to look something like this:
- Torsen LSD with 4.27 gears
- Powerdyne centrifugal supercharger
- R154 transmission swap
Getting through this mod list via a totally custom set up will probably take a number of months, but I am more than up to the challenge. Ultimately, I am looking to create a five speed supercharged V8 Lexus that can run muscle to muscle with the American V8's that are littering the Indiana roadways.
Here goes nothing-
Mark
LSD Surgery - Post 52, Post 53, Post 62, Post 63
Differential Installation - Post 79, Post 80
Soarer R154 Conversion parts - Post 59, Post 108, Post 167
Soarer R154 Conversion - Post 248
1UZ MT Conversion parts - Post 108
Test Figures (0-60, 45-65):
Baseline - 6.78s, 3.57s
w/4.27 LSD - 6.45s, 3.20s
-----------------------------
Guys-
I will have had my SC400 for a year in October. I have taken the time to make a few minor modifications. Other than a BFI, the 67k mile V8 under my hood is unaltered, having been babied by the previous owner. It is now time to turn up the heat.
Today, I received the first piece of the puzzle: a brand new Auto TT Torsen LSD for a Supra. I will be transplanting it into an SC300 auto differential for the 4.27 gears to get neck-snapping starts. Once I source an SC300 diff, I will begin the surgery.
Expected in the mail early next week is a centrifugal supercharger mounting bracket for a fully belt-driven Powerdyne supercharger. I have not sourced one of their blowers yet, but my eyes are peeled for a good deal. I will initially run a 6psi pulley and work to 10-12psi. All the goodies (bypass valve, FMIC, etc.) will be included.
Also, I have talked with Neil Griffiths about acquiring his R154 swap kit. This will require that I source an ultra-rare Soarer/Chaser R154, but -again- my eyes are peeled. This modification will progress naturally after I am blowing 6psi and I have completed a full exhaust swap from S&S Headers back.
In summary, the mod list is going to look something like this:
- Torsen LSD with 4.27 gears
- Powerdyne centrifugal supercharger
- R154 transmission swap
Getting through this mod list via a totally custom set up will probably take a number of months, but I am more than up to the challenge. Ultimately, I am looking to create a five speed supercharged V8 Lexus that can run muscle to muscle with the American V8's that are littering the Indiana roadways.
Here goes nothing-
Mark
Last edited by Blizzy; 06-20-08 at 10:45 AM.
#6
Originally Posted by c0wboy
Mark, that looks great man! Again, whatever help you need let me know.
Thanks again,
Eric
Thanks again,
Eric
Originally Posted by ScottURnot
Mark,
I am excited! I am tapping into this thread to keep up to date!
I am excited! I am tapping into this thread to keep up to date!
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#11
Originally Posted by neurocity
Nice....new too...Impressive.
DIY with good pic's.
DIY with good pic's.
Originally Posted by HTQCummins
Keep us updated on the progress. Should be pretty nice set up when finished.
This thread will be my go-to thread for all of the updates on my upgrades. I will do what I can to stay as up to date as possible.
#12
I wasn't expecting a 2-3 week build, that would be outrageous, or someone w/ too much money and a shop doing it for them. But as you progress I will be watching for updates. Have fun w/ the build