~04sleepers build thread~

[Grandpa]

And it begins..


Making room for a set of twins! :-D Will keep this thread updated as I progress.

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Thanks guys!


Got some more work done today.

Since I was removing the K-Member, I decided to use the factory strut tower along with some come along straps to help hold the motor. I put them near the ends where it had more support from the towers. Worked perfect!

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The crank pulley has 3 bars that I used 2 of them to hook to.
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With the engine supported, I unhooked the steering and dropped the K-Member.
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That left room to pull the oil pan off so I can have fittings put in properly without punching holes in it and using the tap. I am not a fan of that technique.
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By removing the K-Member and motor mounts, it made it much easier to get to the headers. For the passenger side I had to CAREFULLY coerce the A/C line a little to get to the front bolt. But it went easy enough with little drama.
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Here's a good shot of the front factory Wideband O2's.
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That's all for now. Will keep updating as things come together.

[Grandpa]

The black wheels are gone too! *happy dance*

[blownaltered]

I liked the black wheels on that car.

[BlueBolt]

Sub'd. Really like this car.

[Bearded Banger]

Can't wait to see this all come together!

[Grandpa]

I liked the black wheels on that car.

You also have 4 lug Cobra wheels, a whale tail from 1987, porno red interior with bright white captain chairs from Gary's rape van. I'll take you liking the black wheels with a grain of salt. :happy107:

[Phuck Phace]

What's the Aluminators block rated at?

[STROKD]

Can't wait to see this done, Kevin is a master at this craft, it will look like Ford installed it yet all shiney.

I liked the black wheels too because of the graphics, but if it were my car I would have had paint matched white wheels... Always loved white wheels on white cars, wife had TONS of compliments on her old fox with white "Bullets"..

[blownaltered]

You also have 4 lug Cobra wheels, a whale tail from 1987, porno red interior with bright white captain chairs from Gary's rape van. I'll take you liking the black wheels with a grain of salt. :happy107:

That's ok Steve, my car is still going to bust one off in you cars ass this weekend. You can tell me how the whale tail looks like from behind.

[Grandpa]

That's ok Steve, my car is still going to bust one off in you cars ass this weekend. You can tell me how the whale tail looks like from behind.

LOL, funny. I suspect your race record is going to look very similar to your submission record against me. :lol::lol::lol:

[46Tbird]

What wheels is he going to put on it?

Sweet build. And Jesus that thing is immaculate.

[Grandpa]

What wheels is he going to put on it?

Sweet build. And Jesus that thing is immaculate.

You will just have to wait and see. :)

Did you ever see his build threads on his Cobra?

[03MachMe]

Can't wait. I would love to buy the black wheels from him but no way I can afford it

[Grandpa]

Can't wait. I would love to buy the black wheels from him but no way I can afford it

They've already been sold and shipped. Kevin doesnt mess around with his projects. :rotflmao:

[46Tbird]

You will just have to wait and see. :)

Did you ever see his build threads on his Cobra?

Of course, and it was nice too. Did he buy that car new as well?

[Grandpa]

Of course, and it was nice too. Did he buy that car new as well?

No.

[Luke]

Good to see he's doing the oil lines the right way, the tapped pan thing is shitty, I had to do that with an old S-Trim. Does he have a timeline for when he wants to be done?

[Grandpa]

Kevin, you can feel better buddy. It got the Luke seal of approval that you are doing things correctly! *WHEW!*

[Luke]

Kevin, you can feel better buddy. It got the Luke seal of approval that you are doing things correctly! *WHEW!*

Damn let it go already, can you answer the timeline question though?

[Grandpa]

Damn let it go already, can you answer the timeline question though?

He has no expectations of a schedule since he will only be able to work on it in his rare spare time. He travels for work during the week and then still has a family at home to spend time with on the weekends. He is also tuning part time to make the extra project money which obviously takes time away as well.

In short, it will be done when it gets done. Then it will be submitted for your all knowing approval.

[BLK2012GT]

So are we going to turn his thread all gay like mines and David's?

[Grandpa]

So are we going to turn his thread all gay like mines and David's?

No. I answered his question.


I'm looking forward to see what/how Kevin does the tuning on this thing. I know he's looking forward to tinkering with the tune as well. I'm thinking 700rw on 7lbs of boost should be an easy task on e85.

[46Tbird]

Its a good group of guys here. We're all here to have a good time and attend events together. There is other boards for those interested in drama and smack talk.

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[merlinmol]

Very excited about this build, following it on SVT

[Grandpa]

:troll3:

LOL, it's good natured fun here and not mean spirited or going after members real lives unlike other places.

[STROKD]

LOL, it's good natured fun here and not mean spirited or going after members real lives unlike other places.

Pretty much. You set the trap on that one and I played the truth card and got it thrown in my face... Figured it was better than lying saying something stupid like - had other plans or something even more lame.

[04sleeper]

Should be a fun build. I am looking forward to it. I will keep you updated as it comes together.

I ordered bulk head fittings for the oil pan and ordered restrictors for the oil feed line to the turbos the other day.

I will get some pictures up tomorrow of the kit.

[46Tbird]

Pretty much. You set the trap on that one and I played the truth card and got it thrown in my face... Figured it was better than lying saying something stupid like - had other plans or something even more lame.

huh?

[Grandpa]

huh?

Don't worry about it. Something between Matt and I.

[Emwun Garand]

Wrong forum

[BlueBolt]

04sleeper why did you get rid of those wheels? Your car looks sick in your sig

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[BlueBolt]

Lol. Good enough

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[Toby]

Nice work Kevin.

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[blownaltered]

Looks good. You've made a lot of progress since I was there on Friday. Thanks again for rolling the wheel wells on the fox. She doesn't scrape the tires anymore.

[Grandpa]

Looks good. You've made a lot of progress since I was there on Friday. Thanks again for rolling the wheel wells on the fox. She doesn't scrape the tires anymore.

You didn't tell me you had the parts in your trunk all day yesterday!

[merlinmol]

Looking good, keep the updates coming.

[blownaltered]

You didn't tell me you had the parts in your trunk all day yesterday!

They weren't, they are sitting in my garage. I forgot to tell you to come back by. Oops

[fha8388]

:smiley-face-popcorn

[OG Fox]

too sexy.

[Emwun Garand]

What brand wrap are you using on the hotside? DEI?

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[Toby]

If you want those bungs welded in the oil pan let me know. I can tig them in for you.

[Doug1227]

That's what I did on my fox. You have to buy the mild steel fitting though, right? I'm assuming the fittings he installed are aluminum, but could be wrong.

If you want those bungs welded in the oil pan let me know. I can tig them in for you.

[Toby]

Yeah he will need steel fittings. Not sure what those are.

[Emwun Garand]

Yes.

Did you buy their titanium blanket too?

I got mine all mounted up but I've seen some horror stories on BMW forums regarding the DEI Titanium blanket disintegrating under heat. I 2000* coated the turbine housing so I'm hoping it's not an issue.

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[Toby]

That green on the cold side looks pretty sick!! Real stealthy!!

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[BlueBolt]

Very nice.

[TrueStreetMotorSports.com]

Looks great Kevin!!!

[OG Fox]

Then I had to stop to roll some fenders for a friend. I will try to get more done tomorrow and I will update as I go along.

Damn it Eric!!! why you slow progress!?

[merlinmol]

Looking good

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[46Tbird]

That looks incredible man. I'm not familiar with the Hellion parts, so what kind of induction pieces does it come with? Just K&N cones or some kind of airbox? I know you know that these cars are super sensitive to MAF readings.

[blownaltered]

Damn that looks good. Can't wait to see it in person when done. I've been looking at a couple turbo kits used on the web lately. I know I already have a supercharger and don't need to change but after looking at yours it would be cool to have.

[El_Tortuga]

Great thread.

Love seeing the progress.

[OG Fox]

Turbo Porn!!

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[Luke]

Looking good! Is that elbow to the throttle body the only one they have available, just curious

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[DirtyD]

If your car comes up missing one night. It wasn't me....

[blownaltered]

Thanks Donnie. You already have boost! Save your cash for something else..

I know I'm just window shopping. I'll most likely never change my car to turbo I just like to look. My next phase is going to be getting the trunk smoothed and painted. Then I will start thinking about rims, I think a nice set of 18"s would look killer on my car. Speaking of rims did you ever decide on or started designing your new set?

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[svt-eric]

:jawdrop: beast!

[Grandpa]

I'm going to rub my weiner all over that thing!

[Midnight11]

simply awesome kevin!

[Phuck Phace]

I'm going to rub my weiner all over that thing!

X2, let's take it to Paris.

[Bearded Banger]

Looks incredible! Nothing short of what I expected.

[OG Fox]

i am fully erect. great build.

[BlueBolt]

Very awesome detailed write up. Can't wait to see this thing come to life.

[merlinmol]

Looking good, looks like you are getting close to starting her up.

[JDBishopArts]

Hawt.

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[jng2985]

At some point one of us will roll up on the other, I just hope its on denton tap so I can bust a U.. Awesome car/project man..

[Grandpa]

At some point one of us will roll up on the other, I just hope its on denton tap so I can bust a U.. Awesome car/project man..

Doubtful. I think he still only has like 1500 miles on the car or something. lol.

[04sleeper]

Doubtful. I think he still only has like 1500 miles on the car or something. lol.
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[Rebelracer568]

Car build is looking really good. I'd love to do what your doig to my car.

[Mdelongpre]

looks awesome man, very jealous

[GunsUp]

Coming along nicely, Just wish it's little 04 TR brother was next to him. TT one day Twin screw the next:hump:

[Grandpa]

It's been fun watching it come together. I can't wait to ride in it!

[Doug1227]

What's the latest? I think I saw some posts about start up but haven't heard anything sense.

[Grandpa]

He travels a lot for work. Its tuned on a low boost tune now rather than the base tune it was on. It runs great. Sounds like a stock car.