Skull And Bones KA Oil Adaptor Block - Introductory Group Buy

[ManoNegra]

WHAT IS IT?
The first oil block for the DOHC KA that allows for a proper oil cooler/relocation set up.

These pieces have been in development for a couple of months
by myself and Mike, my close friend who runs the machine shop where we both work at.
He's the guy that actually did the tough work designing, programming and developing these pieces,
I just helped where I could (There, happy Mike?).
We worked late hours and weekends, sweated blood (true story) trying to make
something that we personally would want to have in our cars.
Hope that we've succeed.

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FEATURES:
- CNCd from a single billet aluminum piece
- Double Viton o-rings to seal the return line to block properly
- Aluminum -8AN ORB fittings with a 3/8 ID
- 3 1/8 NPT strategically spaced for OEM or aftermarket sensors or oil feed lines
- Pieces offered through this introductory group buy WILL BE anodized blue

WHAT'S INCLUDED?
- Two -8AN ORB aluminum fittings
- Two Viton o-ring
- Two 1/8 NPT plugs

The unit will ship assembled.
You will need to buy the gasket that goes between this piece and the block
or just use gasket maker.

PAYMENTS
Price for these is $140 each that includes paypal fees AND shipping
They will ship US priority mail
For simplicity, we will only accept paypal: [email protected]
Socal peeps can PM me and arrange pick up

VER 1.00 List
These are the people that have paid, want one or have simply shown interest
in the blocks. I will contact them via PM once the units are ready.
Post in this thread or PM me if you want your name added/removed from this list.

Dousan_PG - Paid
LigouriRd - Paid
chuy - Paid
let5l1de - Paid
hunter8411 - Paid
Ruff Ryder 6 - Paid
flip240 - Paid
40daws - Paid
Silverstreek - Paid
holemilk00
dynamicck
ryan hagen
Ruff Ryder 6
los_inc
s0apgun
bradystrib
s13boy89
Om1kron
180sxdrifter
9s13Coupe3SX
Adikt
FaLKoN240
UNISA JECS
DreamN
fastandlow
thesandman6
dreaMervaj

[Adikt]

Looking at the pics won't the 3 1/8 NPT ports be blocked when the -8 fittings are screwed in?

[ManoNegra]

Looking at the pics won't the 3 1/8 NPT ports be blocked when the -8 fittings are screwed in?

They don't actually, that's just one of the details we
had to find solutions to while developing these
if I get a close up pic I'll post it

[irax]

a picture of the port with the -8 fitting would clear this concern up

[ManoNegra]

More pictures showing fittings and ports relation
plus installed fitment have been added as requested

The first handful of units have been sold
giving us some cash to buy more material and parts
another batch will be ready is about a month's time
anyone that wants one either PM me or post to this thread
and I'll get a list started

-Juan

[chuy]

DAMN IT IM LATE FOR THIS. Im gonna send funds so i should get one next run

[GSXRJJordan]

I watched Evan's thread with this part's development, looks like you guys did a great job - I predict success for this much-needed part for you KA'ers :)

[Adikt]

It looks like 1/3 of the 1/8 NPT fittings gets covered up. I'm not sure the inner diameter of the 1/8 NPT but, wouldn't that restriction cause less oil to go into the turbo? Also, wouldn't it read oil pressure incorrectly since the sender would be located after the restriction?

[SoBay240guy]

A 1/8 NPT (national pipe thread) port is designed to be used with 1/8" Pipe or equivalent sized hose, as you can see far more than a 1/8" diameter is left uncovered. It's also worth noting most turbo feed lines get a .060" diameter restrictor in them to limit pressure, atleast all of mine have.

As far as the sender goes there will be no pressure difference either since there will be no flow through that port regardless.

Mike

[UNISA JECS]

Do you also have any extra plugs avialble for the 1/8" NPT ports?

[Dousan_PG]

so many fucking talkers on that thread
ill take one
i dont even have a KA but when i do, im ready!
haha
paypal you now.

money is SENT!!!!

[SoBay240guy]

2 plugs will come installed they are teflon coated steel plugs.

Mike

[bradystrib]

so are all these gone? or are we sending payment for a second run?

[ManoNegra]

so many fucking talkers on that thread
ill take one
i dont even have a KA but when i do, im ready!
haha
paypal you now.

money is SENT!!!!

You're going to build a KA!?
cool, I'm curious to see what you'll come up with

so are all these gone? or are we sending payment for a second run?

Yes, we only had a few on hand from the development run

I'll start a list of tomorrow (monday),
of those paid and interested

[s13boy89]

hey if you guys make another batch im interested

[vodka2]

i love seeing stuff like this , great contribution to the community.

[ManoNegra]

We shipped out the first units today
and are noticing that shipping it $5
regardless of destination.
We're just going to make the price $140
for simplicity and that will include the paypal fee and shipping.

[91silvia]

Nice doing business with you guys...I can speak on behalf of many people when I say that you are doing us all a great deed in releasing a product like this that larger companies simply won't spend the time to build.

[Om1kron]

I'll take one. =)

[chuy]

payment sent Pay Pal

Jean McClintock

[Dousan_PG]

You're going to build a KA!?
cool, I'm curious to see what you'll come up with






nah might get a daily driver beater
and puttin an oil kit together w/ the left over parts i have is easy and cheap!

[irax]

with an oil cooler do you still get the same milage out of the oil?

[Om1kron]

yes, you just will have slightly more oil capacity.

[ManoNegra]

ok, list is underway
some of you guys already sent in payment (thank you)
more material was ordered today
should be in tomorrow
i'll try to keep this thread updated
and btw, feel free to spread the word out
we won't be mad... honest

[9s13Coupe3SX]

Thx, can't wait to slap this thing on...once I find a cheap ka24de to built. lol

[Silverstreek]

can't wait til payday to order mine! oh and that's $140 shipped for the anodized one's right?

[Gorilla Unit 33]

do you have a picture of this installed in the bay? im curious to see how & where you ran the lines. Im just trying to see if it will look right in my bay, since im doing a full tuck right now. Also this could be used in conjunction with the Greddy Sr oil filter relocation kit correct? i mean if we wanted to make it a little easier for doing oil changes lol, not that the filter is that hard to change.

[180sxdrifter]

Add me to this list sirs going KA-T soon and this will be a good thing

[hunter8411]

Definetly add me to the list, I am pretty pissed about missing out on the first 6. I will send payment either tomorrow or wednesday. Thanks.

[ManoNegra]

do you have a picture of this installed in the bay? im curious to see how & where you ran the lines. Im just trying to see if it will look right in my bay, since im doing a full tuck right now. Also this could be used in conjunction with the Greddy Sr oil filter relocation kit correct? i mean if we wanted to make it a little easier for doing oil changes lol, not that the filter is that hard to change.

We're working on it.

Add me to this list sirs going KA-T soon and this will be a good thing

Done

Definetly add me to the list, I am pretty pissed about missing out on the first 6. I will send payment either tomorrow or wednesday. Thanks.

Won't take long we hope.

[Om1kron]

do you have a picture of this installed in the bay? im curious to see how & where you ran the lines. Im just trying to see if it will look right in my bay, since im doing a full tuck right now. Also this could be used in conjunction with the Greddy Sr oil filter relocation kit correct? i mean if we wanted to make it a little easier for doing oil changes lol, not that the filter is that hard to change.

Look for a thread calls "school me on oil coolers" you can get some nifty idea's in there.

[fromxtor]

Mano dont forget about asking to see if you guys can make some IACV block offs. :bigok

[Om1kron]

Mano dont forget about asking to see if you guys can make some IACV block offs. :bigok

And while you're at it I have a cnc egr block off plate as well you guys can copy haha offer a whole ka package deal. Good money for your shop! The piece I bought is real legit, nice and thick modled after the oem egr, round flanges and all.

[ManoNegra]

These sort of things are not very difficult to make
the real question is whether enough people would want
them to make it worth the time to make them
machine time is pretty expensive and we already have
a couple of other cool things we want to make next
but, like I told fromxtor, I'll run it by Mike and if time allows who knows...

[let5l1de]

These sort of things are not very difficult to make
the real question is whether enough people would want
them to make it worth the time to make them
machine time is pretty expensive and we already have
a couple of other cool things we want to make next
but, like I told fromxtor, I'll run it by Mike and if time allows who knows...

PAYMENT SENT!

Put me on all your lists of new products! My turbo project will love all the attention with all the nice and shiny billet.

[ManoNegra]

PAYMENT SENT!

Put me on all your lists of new products! My turbo project will love all the attention with all the nice and shiny billet.

Is your name Mario?

update:
Material is here, will begin cutting and prepping today.

[let5l1de]

Is your name Mario?

update:
Material is here, will begin cutting and prepping today.

tahts me. we pm'ed a few times last week.

[bradystrib]

i'm am interested. will send paypal monies after next pay period.

[9s13Coupe3SX]

Don't forget me Juan, I want the anodize one too. Just save another for me, can pick up as soon as they are done.

[ManoNegra]

i'm am interested. will send paypal monies after next pay period.

You're on the list already

Don't forget me Juan, I want the anodize one too. Just save another for me, can pick up as soon as they are done.

You got it.

[hunter8411]

Payment was just sent. Can't wait to get it. Thanks a lot and keep up the good work.

[ManoNegra]

Payment was just sent. Can't wait to get it. Thanks a lot and keep up the good work.

Got it and updated the list accordingly, thank you

Update:
- Cut about half the stock before the blade on the saw decided it had enough
- Finished final details on CAD program
- Got tooling and CNC set up sorted out
- Only had to adjust the depth of a chamfer and spindle speed for a tap operation that resulted in a broken tap
- have 5 pieces ran (and running the 6th as I type) through the first phase

casualty:

http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/8239/brokentapxe5.jpg

First piece with bad chamfer = set up piece

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It's almost 10pm, time for me to go home and get some sleep....

[SoBay240guy]

No sleeps for you.

Back to work.

[flip240]

Put me down on this list, when should we send payment?

[ManoNegra]

Put me down on this list, when should we send payment?

Done
You can pay whenever you like
5 persons have paid upfront
others will once the parts are ready
whichever you're comfortable with.
-juan

[Om1kron]

I'm going to send my payment in 2 weeks then... I got a second kazz diff to pay for on my other car that sits on jackstands lol

[ManoNegra]

I'm going to send my payment in 2 weeks then... I got a second kazz diff to pay for on my other car that sits on jackstands lol

sounds good

updated the list, thank you TJ and Philip

CNC running as I type this
we've ran about 20 pieces through phase one already
-juan

[Adikt]

I'm in, I'll send payment once some funds clear up in paypal

[FaLKoN240]

I thinks me wants this.

[Om1kron]

I thinks me wants this.

"You don't want nothing to do with this shit dewey"

"I think I kinda wanna"

[deuceforty]

got mine today.
http://i41.tinypic.com/oqm39e.jpg
thanks

[ManoNegra]

cool, people are getting the first few parts
let me know what you think

[ManoNegra]

Update:
All the pieces have been ran through the first CNC operation
for the bottom profile
Set up fixture for the second CNC operation is done
Tooling has been sorted
About to start running CNC phase 2

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[UNISA JECS]

Let me know when there ready for sale and i'll pick one up in located in Socal Fontana.

[DreamN]

haha skullworks. that's a badass little piece. hopefully i'll be able to come up on one. :D

[Gorilla Unit 33]

Look for a thread calls "school me on oil coolers" you can get some nifty idea's in there.

i couldnt find this thread, can anyone link me?

[ManoNegra]

Let me know when there ready for sale and i'll pick one up in located in Socal Fontana.

you got it

haha skullworks. that's a badass little piece. hopefully i'll be able to come up on one. :D

yeah, pretty creative huh... yeah, started as a joke but
I'm afraid it may stick
I'll let you know when the new batch is ready

i couldnt find this thread, can anyone link me?

here you go
http://zilvia.net/f/tech-talk/225223-school-me-oil-cooler-setups.html

[fastandlow]

you can put me on the list just let me know when there ready so i can send payment.

[ManoNegra]

you can put me on the list just let me know when there ready so i can send payment.

Done

Update
Day 4 - Second stage finished
this was by the far the worst, took about 20 mins per part
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Day 5 - Fixture for 1/8 NPT ports
kinda hard to notice but the fittings threads were milled, that's right - milled threads
http://img509.imageshack.us/img509/3900/day5nptfixturedn3.jpg

[SoBay240guy]

Juan is a slave driver.....

We both put in 40 "extra" hours this week (we already work 40-50 hour weeks) All after 6PM and on the weekend. This should have taken much longer, We are both feeling it this morning.

I can see that our work is appreciated, Thanks to everyone who shared kind words (and all the pre-payers) <---they kept us full of Monsters and paid for materials and tooling.

We will finish de-burring today and send to anodize today or tomorrow. and i'll slip the guy an extra $20 so he hurrys them through.

[chuy]

Free Hemingway you slave driver. Lookn good though, Ill think about you two everytime I change my oil

[bejota180sx]

manonegra i just noticed something
why am i on that list? i don't even own a KA... who put me down on that list?

ps. oh i just noticed "showed interest" on the piece... im gonna try and see if anyone wants this over here and order them... hopefully somebody in PR still has a brain to buy quality stuff...

[ManoNegra]

manonegra i just noticed something
why am i on that list? i don't even own a KA... who put me down on that list?

ps. oh i just noticed "showed interest" on the piece... im gonna try and see if anyone wants this over here and order them... hopefully somebody in PR still has a brain to buy quality stuff...

My bad, I'll remove you

Update - started final de-burring and cleaning
getting the pieces ready for anodizing

SOHC fitment on a truck KA was confirmed
Moses from ka-t.org brought the oil neck off his project
and although the cast is different the bolt pattern in the same

http://members.cardomain.com/nis720

-juan

[ManoNegra]

Moses' SOHC KA-T truck project

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d193/nis720/nis720/IMG_0705a.jpg

infamousnissan thread (http://www.infamousnissan.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2075&page=7)

[hunter8411]

I just have to say Juan is the man. I had told him originally that I needed an adapter by this Thursday because my motor is going to be out of the car for only a day. And he made it happen, even shipped the part on his lunch break to make sure I got it in time. Going to install it tomorrow and take some pic's when everything is plumbed.

Juan thanks for the awesome customer service you showed, always answering PM's fast and helping me out.

[ManoNegra]

no sweat Marc, glad it got there in time
post office isn't far so it's no biggie

Update:
parts are pretty much done - de-burred, re-tapped, veritexed, ultrasonic cleaned and
soaked in alcohol
just awaiting anodizing
so why haven't we got them out?
answer: fittings

they're pretty expensive
we aren't completely happy with the finish on them
they're expensive
they came with the wrong hex pattern
they're expensive

so

we're going to try to make them
going to spend a few days on them (we're still ahead of schedule)
and then send fittings and blocks for anodizing - black and blue accordingly

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[chuy]

i love the updates.

[dreaMervaj]

Add me to the list.

Thanks! =)

[NemeGuero]

These came out wicked sweet.

Too bad I won't need one.. *sigh*

[nis720]

You're making your own fittings? Nice.

BTW thanks for the block and the long talk.... maybe I can go again.

[SoBay240guy]

Just wanted to say
Juan's GB access is messed up again
so as an update:
parts are done, fittings came out pretty nice
we'll go over them tonight and tomorrow morning
everything will go to anodize
we expect to have parts to ship next week
-Mike

[Silverstreek]

cool, i'm in no rush. pretty cool you guys are makin the fittings yourselves. so they'll still be the same size?

[92kats13]

Add me to the list.

[bradystrib]

sending payment today. :) and quick question...i still need to run an oil restictor to the turbo correct? And where would i install said restrictor?

[SoBay240guy]

cool, i'm in no rush. pretty cool you guys are makin the fittings yourselves. so they'll still be the same size?

yup, same size

Add me to the list.

added to the list we're keeping

i still need to run an oil restictor to the turbo correct? And where would i install said restrictor?

various ways to do it, some lines are made specifically for turbos and will have it built in
there are restrictors that bolt to the turbo itself
you'll have to search a little to see what works best for you

[KingKong8247]

I'm in for a SOHC one.

[The_Doctor]

If your still making these in 5-6 months I will buy one. Awesome work Juan, keep it up.

[SoBay240guy]

the parts are in!
Juan stopped by the anodizing place on his way to work
they look pretty awesome!
we'll post some pictures when work permits
paid for parts should start shipping either today or early tomorrow
the people on the list will be contacted shortly as well

[Hywarp161]

Do they come with plugs for the npt ports if you don't need to use them all?

[let5l1de]

the parts are in!
Juan stopped by the anodizing place on his way to work
they look pretty awesome!
we'll post some pictures when work permits
paid for parts should start shipping either today or early tomorrow
the people on the list will be contacted shortly as well


YAY!!! Just in time. My engine is almost completely assembled. Just finished cleaning the remaining oem gasket material off the oil adapter mounting pad.

[chuy]

Yea bitches, another part down!!!

[Ruff Ryder 6]

I'm on the list twice, just so you know;)

[SoBay240guy]

Do they come with plugs for the npt ports if you don't need to use them all?

they come with two teflon coated steel plugs

YAY!!! Just in time. My engine is almost completely assembled. Just finished cleaning the remaining oem gasket material off the oil adapter mounting pad.

shipping labels are printed
should be going out tomorrow
either morning or on Juan's lunch break

Yea bitches, another part down!!!

same as above

I'm on the list twice, just so you know;)

sorry, been a little crazy here
juggling work and these pieces


*drumroll*

ta da:

http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/6558/profileym1.jpg

http://img155.imageshack.us/img155/4727/bottomnq8.jpg

and these are for the people
that have already paid
UPS confirmation number will be PMd tomorrow morning

http://img25.imageshack.us/img25/3128/readytoshipth6.jpg


ok.... more to come tomorrow

Mike, Juan

[Silverstreek]

omg, i just skeeted a lil bit in my pants. look awesome!

[40daws]

Any suggestions on what kind/style of oil filter mount ?

[chuy]

YES so excited

[let5l1de]

got mine today! just about to install it right after this post.

ty Juan & Mike!

General pointers for installation.



Be sure to coat the o-rings within the center bore of the adapter with eng. oil prior to installation so that they are not damaged.
When using existing oil adapter bolts, make sure flat washers are used between the adapter and lock washer on the bolt. This is to ensure no damage to the aluminum occurs while tightening the bolts/lock washer against the adapter.
Use your favorite thread sealer when screwing :boink: the oil pressure sending unit or other components in the adapter.
Base gaskets (adapter to engine gasket) are okay but I prefer using hi-temp silicone for sealing most surfaces. If using no gasket, be sure not to over/under apply the amount of hi-temp sealer. A 1/8" (approx. 3mm) bead is plenty (note to Juan/Mike: a thin shallow groove machined into the base of the adapter will promote sealer stability.)

[Dousan_PG]

got it today
thanks
looks awesome
now i need another 240
haha

[SoBay240guy]

Any suggestions on what kind/style of oil filter mount ?

any 3/4-16 adapter will work if you want to use OEM filters
there are plenty to choose from Summit, Earls, etc

got mine today! just about to install it right after this post.

ty Juan & Mike!

General pointers for installation.



Be sure to coat the o-rings within the center bore of the adapter with eng. oil prior to installation so that they are not damaged.
When using existing oil adapter bolts, make sure flat washers are used between the adapter and lock washer on the bolt. This is to ensure no damage to the aluminum occurs while tightening the bolts/lock washer against the adapter.
Use your favorite thread sealer when screwing :boink: the oil pressure sending unit or other components in the adapter.
Base gaskets (adapter to engine gasket) are okay but I prefer using hi-temp silicone for sealing most surfaces. If using no gasket, be sure not to over/under apply the amount of hi-temp sealer. A 1/8" (approx. 3mm) bead is plenty (note to Juan/Mike: a thin shallow groove machined into the base of the adapter will promote sealer stability.)




yeah, we thought about putting a small groove there
but decided at the end to leave the same as the oem design

got it today
thanks
looks awesome
now i need another 240
haha

no sweat, glad you like it

-juan/mike

[bradystrib]

got mine today guys! thanks! looks awesome! and ditto the question about you style oil filter mount. this stuff confuses me.

[Ruff Ryder 6]

Got mine last nite, will go on over the weekend. thanks guys

[flip240]

Got mine yesterday, great quality just as I expected. Can't wait for spring to roll around so I can install it and take care of the oil dirying my mounts and the new ports for my oil accessories.

[chuy]

Mine yesterday as well. Thank you for all your work guys.

[LigouriRd]

Got mine Monday as well. Great doing business with you.

[los_inc]

i just got mine today thanks again juan Suuuuper Sexy Product
i can't wait to bolt it up
<3
-los

[TneChosenOne]

ka-t.org is looking for you guys. Check out your thread there

[cdlong]

i'll take one too, but i won't see my car for 6 months. do you still have any from this round, or should i wait for the next one? is anodizing more expensive? i can't say i care a lot either way, but it does look cool.

[frankist]

ready to paypal or pickup, which ever is easier for yaa. =) thanksss.

[kim_jong_il]

For years I've wanted someone to make one of these. Still have some of these left? Moving back stateside soon and would be great to have one waiting for me when I pull the car out of storage.

[cdlong]

Paypal apparently doesn't like it when you suddenly start sending money from Afghanistan. did you get my payment? if not, i'll probably just wait until i get back.

[deuceforty]

+1 for juan.

this piece is great, bolted up just fine, good placement for everything as well.

[Kaos_S13]

I'm interested in acquiring one of these.

Are all 3 sensor ports NPT? I noticed on the SOHC picture they had the OEM bspt psi sensor in the center port.

[40daws]

Got mine !!! Great product. My only complaint is it did not come with a soundtrack when you open the box.

[SoBay240guy]

ready to paypal or pickup, which ever is easier for yaa. =) thanksss.

Thanks for stopping by and picking one up.

For years I've wanted someone to make one of these. Still have some of these left? Moving back stateside soon and would be great to have one waiting for me when I pull the car out of storage.

we still have some.
you can pay and I'll put one aside for you
or we can ship it to a relative

Paypal apparently doesn't like it when you suddenly start sending money from Afghanistan. did you get my payment? if not, i'll probably just wait until i get back.

yeah, we noticed
let us know what you want us to do

+1 for juan.

this piece is great, bolted up just fine, good placement for everything as well.

glad you liked it

I'm interested in acquiring one of these.

Are all 3 sensor ports NPT? I noticed on the SOHC picture they had the OEM bspt psi sensor in the center port.

yes, all 3 ports are 1/8 NPT

Got mine !!! Great product. My only complaint is it did not come with a soundtrack when you open the box.

hmmm.... ok from now on packages are to be opened only
if a KMFM or Mindless Self Indulgence album is playing in the background.


ok, this will probably be the final update since the GB is about to end

currently we have 15 anodized and 3 bare pieces left
with about 8 guys saying they want one
we will make more but it will depend on work schedule
or whether we're busy with another project
so we can't say for sure when or in what quantities
so PM Mano if you want one
since it may be a while till more are made once these are gone

lastly we want to say thanks to all of the people that bought one
after a brief sabbatical (we need to build a KA)
we will start working on the next project
keep an eye out for it, we think some of you will find it interesting
-juan/mike

[ryan hagen]

i just sent payment for one, it ll show up as jan or ryan hagen

[WagDatto]

Do you still have these avail in either annodized or bare? PM me back, and I'll gladly send payment!

[Adikt]

If theres any left I'll take one, I'd prefer bare but anodized will do

[a-s-silvia]

Are these still being made?? If so could I get on the list thanks

[SoBay240guy]

Just a quick update
we are down to 1 bare piece and 12 anodized ones
and at the rate they're going
we think we'll be out in a week or two
thanks guys
-Juan/Mike

[cc4usmc]

When do you expect round two to start?

[Adikt]

monies sent

[imotion s14]

man I wish you guys would make them for RB application. :hs:

[awesomenick]

These things are AWESOME.

Mine just got here yesterday, it's just what I wanted, and more!

[WagDatto]

Ditto! Got mine yesterday, I can't wait to paint the new motor in my garage and slap this thing on! Thanks again, guys!

[WagDatto]

Figured I'd post a picture of it (somewhat) installed on the KA I'm building. Thanks again, can't wait to use it!

http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb86/essdeezy87/Gold2.jpg

[SoBay240guy]

When do you expect round two to start?

Can't really say
at this point we think we've met the demand that was out there
we'll probably work on a couple of other things
and will make more of these when we feel the demand is there

man I wish you guys would make them for RB application. :hs:

sorry, we are not cool - $$$$ - enough to rock RBs

These things are AWESOME.

Mine just got here yesterday, it's just what I wanted, and more!

cool, glad you liked it

Ditto! Got mine yesterday, I can't wait to paint the new motor in my garage and slap this thing on! Thanks again, guys!

Figured I'd post a picture of it (somewhat) installed on the KA I'm building. Thanks again, can't wait to use it!

http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb86/essdeezy87/Gold2.jpg

Thanks Sean, motor looks good
glad you kept the wagon


update
we're down to just 11 anodized pieces
all the bare ones have been scooped up
thanks again guys
-Juan/Mike

[imotion s14]

sorry, we are not cool - $$$$ - enough to rock RBs

I PMed ManoNegra about it a few weeks ago. The KA and RB filter tree looks similar but concluded that the RB mounting "tabs" are positioned differently. So I would think it would be very easy to modify the original design for an RB25/26 application. :bigok:

[NismoFreak]

any left? i would love one!

[SoBay240guy]

Only 9 pieces left
PM ManoNegra to make sure they're available
before sending in your payment.

[NismoFreak]

Got mine Today! and i love it! quality is awesome! thanks guys!

[ka24detkyle]

Please PM me and let me know what you have left. Ready to buy. I prefer non anodized. NO BS here...ready to buy. Thanks Kyle

[NISMO_tuner]

where in socal are you located?
im interested in one, or maybe more.
great piece of work guys.

[Adikt]

Dumb question, but which ones the outlet port and which is the inlet port? I installed mine a few weeks ago and seem to have forgotten.

[SoBay240guy]

Dumb question, but which ones the outlet port and which is the inlet port? I installed mine a few weeks ago and seem to have forgotten.

It's easy, the 1/8 ports are on the oil return to the block which is sealed with o-rings.
that and the block will only bolt on one way.

[Adikt]

It's easy, the 1/8 ports are on the oil return to the block which is sealed with o-rings.
that and the block will only bolt on one way.

??? What ???

I meant which -8an has the oil comin out to the filter, and which goes back into the block

[atown 240]

look at the way the port for that AN fitting flows. One side will flow out towards the oil filter and one will flow in towards the motor.

[Silverstreek]

yeah, i'm sorta confused on this as well.

is the out to the filter port the one with the extra ports for sensors/lines or is it the other one thats below it? maybe in future one's, little arrows or an "o" for out and and "i" for in or something to make it really really simple. not that this is rocket science....

[Adikt]

I'd take it off and look but its bolted to the motor

[atown 240]

u dont need to take it off. Just look at it with ur oil filter off. U'll see a port coming from either the top or bottom and u can tell which way it flows.

[SoBay240guy]

didn't think it'd be too hard to tell...
let's try it again

the AN fitting on the side the 1/8 npt ports are is the return to the block
car takes pressure/temp readings from the "clean" oil returning to the block from the filter/cooler.

hope that clears it up.

juan/mike

[ae13bravo]

Hey MANO!!! Check your PM's..... I'm ready to buy.

[xsublimefrekx]

im pretty interested in getting one. Let me know what you have left in stock

[Jaliscano]

sign me up for one

[deuceforty]

http://i42.tinypic.com/n46xxt.jpg

mine fits great!

[Adikt]

So which port is "in" and which port is "out"

[Silverstreek]

So which port is "in" and which port is "out"

"the AN fitting on the side the 1/8 npt ports are is the return to the block"

[MarkLip]

I'm starting a KA-T project so I'm interested in getting on of these oil blocks.
Let me know if you still have any.

[martins_240sx]

I am also interested in this please email me [email protected]

[sxse240]

In for the next batch, please.

[thundachicken]

I need a non anodized 1 too please.

[email protected]

[ka24detkyle]

So whats the status on these? Are you planing on doing another run?

[cdlong]

i finally got around to gathering up the parts to install this thing. i'm putting an autometer oil temp gauge also. the sender on the temp gauge has a long probe that hits the fitting. any suggestions from the experts here? i could cut back or turn down the fitting so it clears but then the sender would be right in the oil flow path. what about a different fitting, or a 1/8th to 1/8 extension like this. but i'll likely have to drill that out.
http://www.highpressure.com/catimages/ac6chart4.gif

[mattheripper]

Anymore of these? I need one want one.