been a LONG time since I lurked here, but figured I'd stop by for a visit and update you guys on what I've been up to..
2.0 ecotec bottom end (LSJ) and 2.2 ecotec head (L61) hybrid.
initially planned on staying all motor, but decided to go with a large turbo instead. my goal is 450hp at the wheels (roughly 500bhp?) with a stock engine.
what started out as a small experiment turned into a long term project, 1.5years and counting so far..
say hello to DaFlyinSkwirl v2.0
april 13 2008.. it begins.
LSJ block with ARP headstuds, ready for assembly.
eliminated balance shafts, adjustable cam gears, 2.2 head
test fitting the turbo manifold. log style for now with external 38mm wastegate
F23 transmission mated to the LSJ (2.0) block. oil cooler was a tight fit, and I had to work around it for the lower rad hose
satin black paint under the hood
new look before hood pins
aerocatch hood pins installed
mocking up the fuel cell
fuel cell finished (ignore the crap welds.. its solid!)
mock up of the 3" charge pipe
overhead shot
HVAC removed, insulation removed, dash cage painted and reinstalled
left over wiring..
what remains
fabricated HVAC blockoff plate
fuel cell, pump, return, vent lines all hooked up
adjustable fuel pressure regulator
fuel lines to the tapped rail
modified brake pedal arm and master cylinder extension (before being cleaned up and painted)
welded fittings on thermostat housing
relocated coolant expansion tank and added recovery tank
new master cylinder (brake booster and ABS EBCM eliminated)
new brake layout compared to stock.
stock boss and rksport mount in jig
my custom mount in jig
test fit
final product
comparison to stock boss/rksport mount
solid transmission bushings
i've also made a solid lower dogbone.
the brakes are bled and working. I have all new wheel bearings/hubs, EBC rotors and pads up front, and OEM replacement rear drum brakes with all new hardware shoes and drums.
new driveshafts are enroute, clutch master cylinder, tubing for me to fabricate the next exhaust system. Car is almost ready to be placed on the ground.
I still need to finish the cooling, vacuum and electrical systems. I then have to do the interior with fixed back racing seats, 5 pt harnesses, and all new gauges. Carpeting and interior panels will be going back in place as per my class rules (stock appearing interior)
following systems have been completely removed (all wiring associated with as well)
ECM
BCM
HVAC
ABS/ EBCM
Brake vacuum booster
SRS system (airbags)
Radio
EVAP
Coolant expansion tank relocated
custom fabricated things:
expansion/recovery tank brackets
solid one piece upper motor mount
solid lower dogbone motor mount
solid transmission bushings
-AN fittings on thermostat housing
-AN tapped block mount oil-to-water oil cooler
-AN tapped fuel rail
coil mounting bracket
battery tray drilled out and custom mounted battery
rear spare tire well removed, fuel cell bracket welded in
custom fuel pump mount
the car is being built with drag racing in mind, driven only once in a while on the street.
3" exhaust with side exit behind driver door. 3" charge pipes, and either a very large air to air intercooler in the front bumper, or I'm going to try going with an air to water unit.
