Getting closer guys!
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Lead Lap
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Well guys, wanted to give an update of the project.
My motor is being shipped out on Tuesday of next week. I picked up a 98 US Spec 2jzgte motor with 30k miles! It truly was a lucky find. I just didn't want to deal with upgrading the jspec motor to match the us potential. Anyways, I'm thinking of having the manifold polished, because I've got a polished upper radiator pipe, and the fmic pipes are polished as well. I want it to look sharp.
Sitting in my garage are my downpipe, boost controller, gauges, bcc, filter, clutch, trd motor mounts, and some other odds and ends.
The wiring harness/rewiring is all complete as well, lets just say I'm very good at soldering now
I just need to connect it to the motor.
FMIC should be done in about a week or two, and finally, I'll have to drive it to my buddies shop for the custom exhaust, trying to go with 3.5" from the dp then splits to 2.5" to dual ATR mufflers.
I'll let you guys know when I'm dropping the motor in your more than welcome to come check it out. I'm just looking forward to firing it up for the first time, and yes Chris, coming to some meets this year![Wink](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/wink.gif)
By the way, I'm also going to be adding a set of Braid wheels and Wise front lip and skirts over the next couple months.
Chris
My motor is being shipped out on Tuesday of next week. I picked up a 98 US Spec 2jzgte motor with 30k miles! It truly was a lucky find. I just didn't want to deal with upgrading the jspec motor to match the us potential. Anyways, I'm thinking of having the manifold polished, because I've got a polished upper radiator pipe, and the fmic pipes are polished as well. I want it to look sharp.
Sitting in my garage are my downpipe, boost controller, gauges, bcc, filter, clutch, trd motor mounts, and some other odds and ends.
The wiring harness/rewiring is all complete as well, lets just say I'm very good at soldering now
![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
FMIC should be done in about a week or two, and finally, I'll have to drive it to my buddies shop for the custom exhaust, trying to go with 3.5" from the dp then splits to 2.5" to dual ATR mufflers.
I'll let you guys know when I'm dropping the motor in your more than welcome to come check it out. I'm just looking forward to firing it up for the first time, and yes Chris, coming to some meets this year
![Wink](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/wink.gif)
By the way, I'm also going to be adding a set of Braid wheels and Wise front lip and skirts over the next couple months.
Chris
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Originally posted by quikturbo
Well guys, wanted to give an update of the project.
My motor is being shipped out on Tuesday of next week. I picked up a 98 US Spec 2jzgte motor with 30k miles! It truly was a lucky find. I just didn't want to deal with upgrading the jspec motor to match the us potential. Anyways, I'm thinking of having the manifold polished, because I've got a polished upper radiator pipe, and the fmic pipes are polished as well. I want it to look sharp.
Sitting in my garage are my downpipe, boost controller, gauges, bcc, filter, clutch, trd motor mounts, and some other odds and ends.
The wiring harness/rewiring is all complete as well, lets just say I'm very good at soldering now
I just need to connect it to the motor.
FMIC should be done in about a week or two, and finally, I'll have to drive it to my buddies shop for the custom exhaust, trying to go with 3.5" from the dp then splits to 2.5" to dual ATR mufflers.
I'll let you guys know when I'm dropping the motor in your more than welcome to come check it out. I'm just looking forward to firing it up for the first time, and yes Chris, coming to some meets this year![Wink](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/wink.gif)
By the way, I'm also going to be adding a set of Braid wheels and Wise front lip and skirts over the next couple months.
Chris
Well guys, wanted to give an update of the project.
My motor is being shipped out on Tuesday of next week. I picked up a 98 US Spec 2jzgte motor with 30k miles! It truly was a lucky find. I just didn't want to deal with upgrading the jspec motor to match the us potential. Anyways, I'm thinking of having the manifold polished, because I've got a polished upper radiator pipe, and the fmic pipes are polished as well. I want it to look sharp.
Sitting in my garage are my downpipe, boost controller, gauges, bcc, filter, clutch, trd motor mounts, and some other odds and ends.
The wiring harness/rewiring is all complete as well, lets just say I'm very good at soldering now
![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
FMIC should be done in about a week or two, and finally, I'll have to drive it to my buddies shop for the custom exhaust, trying to go with 3.5" from the dp then splits to 2.5" to dual ATR mufflers.
I'll let you guys know when I'm dropping the motor in your more than welcome to come check it out. I'm just looking forward to firing it up for the first time, and yes Chris, coming to some meets this year
![Wink](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/wink.gif)
By the way, I'm also going to be adding a set of Braid wheels and Wise front lip and skirts over the next couple months.
Chris
Chris
PS. I already called him. The swap to US-spec engine will cost me less than yours man!!!
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If you can do it cheaper, and have someone do it for you, that truly is a STEAL!!! Do it!
I like doing my own work, only because I know if something goes wrong, it's my fault, and I know what kind of work I do![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Either way, it's not a cheap process if you do it right. I just happen to be adding a few goodies, fmic, fluidyne, boost controller, etc.. I'm sure there are ways to cut the cost of doing it, but I chose a certain route for a specific reason.
You better get crackin Chris, only about a month to catch up![Big Grin](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
Terry, the tt motor in your car WOULD be sweet!!
I like doing my own work, only because I know if something goes wrong, it's my fault, and I know what kind of work I do
![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Either way, it's not a cheap process if you do it right. I just happen to be adding a few goodies, fmic, fluidyne, boost controller, etc.. I'm sure there are ways to cut the cost of doing it, but I chose a certain route for a specific reason.
You better get crackin Chris, only about a month to catch up
![Big Grin](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
Terry, the tt motor in your car WOULD be sweet!!
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Originally posted by quikturbo
If you can do it cheaper, and have someone do it for you, that truly is a STEAL!!! Do it!
I like doing my own work, only because I know if something goes wrong, it's my fault, and I know what kind of work I do![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Either way, it's not a cheap process if you do it right. I just happen to be adding a few goodies, fmic, fluidyne, boost controller, etc.. I'm sure there are ways to cut the cost of doing it, but I chose a certain route for a specific reason.
You better get crackin Chris, only about a month to catch up![Big Grin](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
Terry, the tt motor in your car WOULD be sweet!!
If you can do it cheaper, and have someone do it for you, that truly is a STEAL!!! Do it!
I like doing my own work, only because I know if something goes wrong, it's my fault, and I know what kind of work I do
![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Either way, it's not a cheap process if you do it right. I just happen to be adding a few goodies, fmic, fluidyne, boost controller, etc.. I'm sure there are ways to cut the cost of doing it, but I chose a certain route for a specific reason.
You better get crackin Chris, only about a month to catch up
![Big Grin](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
Terry, the tt motor in your car WOULD be sweet!!
I have a firm date. 3 months! The guy will do US-spec engine and 6 speed getrag. From what I hear he's doing a great job!
Terry,
He could do your GS, if it's a GS300. Engine swap!
Chris
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Originally posted by TerryTCL
hehehehe
6 speed Aristo...
hm.... Greddy T88r kit...
hm... i think 850 to the wheels would do very nicely.
hehehehe
6 speed Aristo...
hm.... Greddy T88r kit...
hm... i think 850 to the wheels would do very nicely.
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Chris
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Originally posted by quikturbo
This was inspired by Clint!!
This was inspired by Clint!!
Chris
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Originally posted by MAmornIS
I can't wait to see tha car after its done. Keep us all updated!!
I can't wait to see tha car after its done. Keep us all updated!!
don't show it to Mack...
he'll realize that his supra is too slow....
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Originally posted by TerryTCL
don't show it to Mack...
he'll realize that his supra is too slow....
don't show it to Mack...
he'll realize that his supra is too slow....
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