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Old 01-07-12, 03:35 PM
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We are patiently waiting on videos!!!
Old 01-07-12, 06:37 PM
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Originally Posted by spoolxexo
I am using a -4 line with a 12x 1.50 into the Holset.

Then connected to a 12 x 1.25 into the 1jz block.

My line came with a restrictor, but they are only for ball-bearing GT CHRAs. I'm going to leave it out.

This is a diesel turbo, so they get like 85lbs of pressure at idle!

I also got the shifter assembly extended, and the clutch pedal is mocked in.

All I need now is a Clutch Master, a Clutch slave, a line, and some fittings for the oil line and I'm finally finished!
Did you use one of the original oil feeds from the twins? or go off the oil filter with an IS300 union bolt? Working on getting my lines together now.

I guess its a standard T3 adapter for the drain?
Old 01-10-12, 06:59 AM
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Sven- I used the Stock Block feed, but none of the twin hardware will work, it's all proprietary Toyota stuff.

The drain, like you said is T3. Make sure its around 19mm, Holsets need proper oil management, but will run forever when you get it right.

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Old 01-10-12, 12:51 PM
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interesting build i like how you used a car that almost no one would have saved.That takes *****.good move going with the R154
Old 01-11-12, 08:07 AM
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Thanks JZBrian.

To be truthful I wanted to do this the absolute bare bones way, to see how much it would really cost if I did everything.

Turns out it came out way, waayy under $5000 including the car. I think its pretty incredible myself!

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DO NOT turn your speakers up too loud!!
Old 01-15-12, 12:40 AM
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This is pretty impressive. I need to buy and learn to use a TIG welder (I'm decent with a MIG) and then I can start making a lot of upgrade parts myself. I am planning on a 2J NA-T conversion, looking for around 400whp or a little more. I REALLY like the idea of making things yourself rather than going with a kit - much more satisfaction at the end of the day.

BUILT *not* BOUGHT is my thing.
Old 01-15-12, 03:21 AM
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awesome build.. This has come along way...
Old 01-15-12, 05:19 AM
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Originally Posted by mdmaniac
This is pretty impressive. I need to buy and learn to use a TIG welder (I'm decent with a MIG) and then I can start making a lot of upgrade parts myself.
That's the thing, not only is there a huge amount of satisfaction when you complete the build yourself, but even more so that you didn't have to pay Retail + Drift Tax. It's getting crazy expensive to buy JDM/ RWD stuff that is trendy right now.

Mr. Tmf2004 I appreciate the kind words. Your GS is total sex, and I want it....NOW!!

From this point on I will be continuing to fix up the car, but Bodywork, Coilovers, and some new shoes are definitely in order. Time to make the car presentable.
Old 01-15-12, 10:00 AM
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I think I would have made the car presentable before I worked on the swap... The good thing is that if you dented it during the swap, you dont have anything to worry about... :-)

Fix all the rust, and good god, paint that thing... lol
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Yeah, but you see I live in Maine, so fixing rust is a lifetime of effort.

We don't necessitate "Looks" over running every day. Winter time is a beast on cars from the North East.

I am happy that I have a smooth running, reliable car finally after all the DSMs I've been dissapointed by.

My build plan has saved me a ton of money and headache after learning from cars that constantly failed on me.

We'll make it pretty, I promise.

Now go start your car, the only radio you will ever need is that sweet JZ!
Old 01-17-12, 02:02 PM
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HOW TO WELD THE DIFFERENTIAL

1. Remove Diff.


2.Prepare diff for Welding. Clean with Brake clean. Dirt = Poor penetration = Weld will break.


3.Weld the Spider gears to the housing on each side. I use a TIG welder for max penetration.



4. Allow Diff to cool. Check for binding. Reinstall cover and fill with fluid.


5. Go out and enjoy 2 wheels spinning!
Old 01-17-12, 02:23 PM
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Full lock! It was a blast having my diff welded on some of my older turbo 240's
Old 01-17-12, 02:33 PM
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I wanted to do this in my rear end, but people bashed me about. They called it a ghetto style job. I hope it works out for you. Chime in on the reults once its installed and you have beat it to death. I am still intrerested on how it holds up.
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Had it done on my s13, went back to open diff. The turns will kill you when your tires turp and vibrate because they spin the same rotation all the time. Maybe for a weekend car is cool but for DD you will hate it.
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This car has solid engine mounts, almost no interior, and a welded diff.

I'm a man's man, boy!

I don't complain about much, after all if you only got 2 drive wheels better use both of em!


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