Red Paint in the Volunteer State s13 build

[seg24life]

Okay guys, so today is December 12, I decided to come back in and redo the thread now that I have made a good amount of progress and I'm getting into the good part of my thread. My name is Steven, and I'm one of the few s-chassis owners of east tennessee, around here you see more trucks than cars, but people tend to like it.of Of course, this build is in progress so you will have to bear with me on it. And if you are confused by the comments below, when i first posted the thread it was just cheap parts going on the car, but now I'm a good ways into it. So to start off, I had the Single cam KA in it when i bought the car, and after a couple of months the rod was already through it... THIS IS VERY PICTURE HEAVY!!!

But before I start, here is how she currently sits...

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Rod through the oil pan...
http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/IMG_7355_zpsc2c4b56a.jpg

So my thought process on s13's wasnt very developed, and I thought, well, I have the wiring and everything for the single cam, I'll just stick another in! WRONG. Bought a single cam and stuck it in... and it was blown up. So after a little time, I found a fully freshly rebuilt dual cam, all bearings, rods, pistons, everything was ordered OEM Nissan and the engine was an all OEM rebuild, not to mention the huge ass excessive intake, which i later decided to get rid of due to the low end power loss, and went back to the stock intake... I regret it now, but hey, it runs good! Drove out and picked it up, and prepared to slap it in...

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/IMG_7814_zpsf3032e9b.jpg

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So after we got it set in, and ordered a throttle cable to reach, lol, we decided to attack the wiring harness that was hacked to hell and back, and sauter the wires for a better connection

Before:

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/IMG_7840_zps951cc9b1.jpg

After:

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/IMG_7841_zpsb511481d.jpg

And then finally got the thing back up and running!

So i had it running a couple of days, when my stock radiator cracked, and this is where trading that excessive intake really came in handy... Black Works Racing aluminum rad! I recommend this to anyone!! Cant even get the car off cold during december:/

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/IMG_1127_zps71907f06.jpeg

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So now that this was done, I was doing some sliding, and reallized my tires were rubbing the harness and the fold in the fender... so I tucked the fender and did a little something about the fold...

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/IMG_1303_zps81a72052.jpeg

And also spun the throw out bearing:/

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/IMG_1126_zpsa43f32b0.jpeg

And now that she's running good, and im never satisfied, I am picking up an RB20DET next week!!! And also have some brides coming christmas!! WOOT

HOPE THE CHANGES HAVE MADE THIS BUILD MORE INTERESTING!! :werd:

[snow hawk]

What are your plans for it? it's kind of hard to give advice if we don't know what direction you're going. Are you autocrossing? drag? drift? going for formula-D? shed some light brotha

[drftx]

First of all there is a introduction thread, this is not a build thread and it will be locked soon.

[seg24life]

Got some new drilled/slotted rotors put on, and really going to use this one as a daily driver, maybe slide it around a little bit every now and then
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[seg24life]

Yes I know this is a very cheap steering wheel, but I had to get rid of the stock one, it was starting to flake?:/
http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/10524533034_056633f28a_o_zps3e12013c.jpg

[coupesallday!]

Try using photobucket.com for your pictures. It's free. All you do is upload them and copy and paste the img code here.

[seg24life]

Yeah I will start doing that, been doing some updates from my phone, will fix when I get in on the Mac. One quick question I do have is how do I quote people's replies? Thanks guys, got a couple more goodies to post, and may need to know what you guys suggest as far as putting carbon fiber vinyl on my door trim? It's faded a little bit and I figured it would give the car a little kick. Thanks guys

[Reece]

Don't do Photobucket. Do Imgur. Photobucket is garbage.

Anyway, awesome hatch. I wish mine were that clean.

[vehicle336]

I thought redneck hillbillies from Tennessee would murder kids that bought or built imports. Glad to see you're still alive. Just try to stay away from the rice with carbon fiber bullshit door trim.

[seg24life]

I thought redneck hillbillies from Tennessee would murder kids that bought or built imports. Glad to see you're still alive. Just try to stay away from the rice with carbon fiber bullshit door trim.

actually, my friend, you have a small misconception of tennessee, there are very few "redneck hillbillies", they just dont have a better place in the united states to portray them:) and guys, i am working now on getting some better pictures up through the photoshack method etc,,, bear with me

[seg24life]

Tweaked the suspension some

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[benarovi]

not a build thread just a thread that you bought a couple shitty parts

[seg24life]

not a build thread just a thread that you bought a couple shitty parts

You can come back and check it out now, had a little more time to divuldge into the build and RB20 on the way

[Reece]

not a build thread just a thread that you bought a couple shitty parts

Who gives a shit if he hasn't done much yet?

That's why it's a BUILD thread, to share progress of what he has done and what he is doing.

He's just started out, so? He'll get there.

[zooopreme]

thanks for the negative feedback! lol go find something better to do with your time than to put down new members

You've got shitty GodSpeed coilovers, you've got a knock off steering wheel, cheap pedals and a shift knob that'll burn your hand 8 hrs a day.

And your plan is literally how every hatch build starts out on Zilvia. Type X, knock off parts, and excuses for being cheap "it's a street car" or the "drifting my missile means it's okay to invest in cheap parts"

This is literally a generic build that typically will get locked up for lack of actual progress.

Who gives a shit if he hasn't done much yet?

That's why it's a BUILD thread, to share progress of what he has done and what he is doing.

He's just started out, so? He'll get there.

New members that believe they're above the rules <<<<<<

Please read, comprehend, acknowledge your ignorance, and don't forget to say sorry :)

http://zilvia.net/f/builds-builds-only/449877-build-section-here-how-works.html

[snow hawk]

You've got shitty GodSpeed coilovers, you've got a knock off steering wheel, cheap pedals and a shift knob that'll burn your hand 8 hrs a day. And your plan is literally how every hatch build starts out on Zilvia. Type X, knock off parts, and excuses for being cheap "it's a street car" or the "drifting my missile means it's okay to invest in cheap parts"

This is literally a generic build that typically will get locked up for lack of actual progress.



New members that believe they're above the rules <<<<<<

Please read, comprehend, acknowledge your ignorance, and don't forget to say sorry :)

http://zilvia.net/f/builds-builds-only/449877-build-section-here-how-works.html

Wow. This is why zilvia's so loved... if its not origin/bride/slammed/3000$ rims/massive build its shit. Give the kid a damn break man, im pretty sure it ain't your car, let the kid buy what he wants. He's learning. Since when were you the authority on whats 'building' and what's not? He's trying to show some progress he made, and just cause the kid didnt spend 250$ on a steering wheel, or 2500$ on some coils, doesn't make his build any less exciting for him. That's how you breed more hate, kiddo. Let the kid build what he wants, and we'll give him advice as he goes. That's what a forums for, to get advice. Not to hear how shit your car is according to others. Oh, and by the way. Please read this, comprehend, acknowledge your ignorance, and don't forget to say sorry! (: :goyou:

[snow hawk]

To get things back on track... Seg, nice work so far. Although you did choose cheaper parts, I'm gunna assume that that's working with your budget. Which is fine, just upgrade as you go. Good progress so far, the back seat delete looks really clean. Any plans for a new seat? Just a suggestion, if you want to keep the stock seat look, look for s14 kouki seats. Really comfortable, and stock looking. Just some advice. Keep it up man, progress is progress!

Also, as far as the shift knob goes... I don't know where youre from, but a small baby sock works perfect when you leave your car at work or whatever, in the sun or cold for the day. I got to the point where I'm removing my shift knob and steering wheel while I'm at work, and just bringing em in with me. makes it easier to drive when the steering wheel isnt burning me.. :snoop:

[zooopreme]

Wow. This is why zilvia's so loved... if its not origin/bride/slammed/3000$ rims/massive build its shit. Give the kid a damn break man, im pretty sure it ain't your fuckin car, let the kid buy what he wants. He's learning. Since when were you the authority on whats 'building' and what's not? He's trying to show some progress he made, and just cause the kid didnt spend 250$ on a steering wheel, or 2500$ on some coils, doesn't make his build any less exciting for him. That's how you breed more hate, kiddo. Let the kid build what he wants, and we'll give him advice as he goes. That's what a forums for, to get advice. Not to hear how shit your car is according to others. Oh, and by the way. Please read this, comprehend, acknowledge your ignorance, and don't forget to say sorry! (: :goyou:

White knight to OP's rescue! The fact that you pointed out Zilvia rep goes to show how seriously you take the internet. You said it yourself: this is a forum. Nobody genuinely should take forums seriously. So if there's real hard feelings solely because of the internet, you really ought to evaluate your life.

If you're going to post on a public and social medium, you should expect people to love your shit or provide some words that lean towards the negative side. In real life or not, people will still have their say.

FWIW, I was giving advice--sure, it's harsh and seems non-constructive but if you really get down to the bones, I was telling OP to get reputable and not shitty interior set up + upgrade to some real coilovers that aren't sketchy as they come. Is that not helpful? Is it really hard to spend $25 on a Tomei shift knob instead of some shitty NRG burnt sheet metal bullshit? There are a couple of new build threads that show just how to get it done without being a knock-off parts hoarder and how not to succum to the peer pressures of buying shitty parts. Patience and budgets will lead to cool and reliable cars.

Also, you're 20 years old, where do you get off addressing people like you've been on this Earth for centuries?

Do I really lack comprehension and should I really apologize? I'm going to quote something for you that was in that link I posted. That link is a thread created by a forum administrator so I may not have written the rules but the people that run this place sure have:

Build Threads

Almost everyone enjoys building their cars and sharing that experience, as well as checking out others' builds for inspiration. Sadly, far too many users have a tendency to do half-hearted builds and either rarely update or update with trivial progress. In the interest of keeping the Chat forum clear of three hundred 'Install SR, ziptie aero, rattlecan paint' threads, incomplete, or in-progress build threads are not allowed. If you have completed your build, wrangle all those pictures into a post and tell us about it, but make sure the build is finalized. If you insist on having an in-progress build, Premium members have a specialized subforum for that specific purpose.

OP is no Premium Member and this build seems to be in-progress. So am I really wrong? Or are you grumpy because you're all morons?

[snow hawk]

White knight to OP's rescue! The fact that you pointed out Zilvia rep goes to show how seriously you take the internet. You said it yourself: this is a forum. Nobody genuinely should take forums seriously. So if there's real hard feelings solely because of the internet, you really ought to evaluate your life.

If you're going to post on a public and social medium, you should expect people to love your shit or provide some words that lean towards the negative side. In real life or not, people will still have their say.

FWIW, I was giving advice--sure, it's harsh and seems non-constructive but if you really get down to the bones, I was telling OP to get reputable and not shitty interior set up + upgrade to some real coilovers that aren't sketchy as they come. Is that not helpful? Is it really hard to spend $25 on a Tomei shift knob instead of some shitty NRG burnt sheet metal bullshit? There are a couple of new build threads that show just how to get it done without being a knock-off parts hoarder and how not to succum to the peer pressures of buying shitty parts. Patience and budgets will lead to cool and reliable cars.

Also, you're 20 years old, where do you get off addressing people like you've been on this Earth for centuries?

Do I really lack comprehension and should I really apologize? I'm going to quote something for you that was in that link I posted. That link is a thread created by a forum administrator so I may not have written the rules but the people that run this place sure have:



OP is no Premium Member and this build seems to be in-progress. So am I really wrong? Or are you grumpy because you're all morons?

So your idea of advice is telling him how shitty all of his stuff is? Maybe the kid likes the neochrome. who cares. It's all preference. If the kid doesn't want a tomei shift knob, then he doesn't buy a tomei shift knob. People come to forums to get advice, and to expand their knowledge. I'm not saying people should take every word on a forum for truth, but telling him everything he's doing is all garbage and not giving him viable, helpful suggestions doesn't help either. People use forums to discuss with others, and learn things, or at least discuss, not get belittled because they didn't use the most expensive parts on the market. I'm not saying that I'm his "knight in shining armour", just that this guys is just trying to learn, and doesn't deserve shitty treatment because he doesn't have expensive parts. I don't care about internet rep, I really don't. hence my low amount of posts. I only post on things that I'm interested in. And like I said, he's learning. Maybe he will have heat issues with his shift knob, or maybe his coils will break. But who knows. He bought what he could with the money he had I'm guessing, and he'll learn, just as we all did, and still do. You say he shouldn't succumb to peer pressure in buying shitty parts, but if I'm not mistaken, aren't you doing the same exact thing, pressuring him to spend more money on "name brand" parts? I'm not saying that I'm a wise old monk, just that age doesn't necessarily linearly coincide with maturity level, or common sense. I understand there are forum rules, but at least give the kid some help and advice, and if the mods decide to lock it, then they lock it. but this guy's only trying to start out, and he could use the advice. You attract more bees with honey, than vinegar. Just gotta give him less hate. Instead of 'fuck yo non legit parts' (not saying that's what you said, but just as a point), just be more positive, suggest parts, and warn politely of what may happen with the parts he bought, and to just be wary. Just simple stuff like that. I'm no keyboard warrior, or post whore, just don't wanna see another zilvia member eat the dust because he's not balling on a super budget.

[benarovi]

nobody cares, go cry somehwere else

[seg24life]

So your idea of advice is telling him how shitty all of his stuff is? Maybe the kid likes the neochrome. who cares. It's all preference. If the kid doesn't want a tomei shift knob, then he doesn't buy a tomei shift knob. People come to forums to get advice, and to expand their knowledge. I'm not saying people should take every word on a forum for truth, but telling him everything he's doing is all garbage and not giving him viable, helpful suggestions doesn't help either. People use forums to discuss with others, and learn things, or at least discuss, not get belittled because they didn't use the most expensive parts on the market. I'm not saying that I'm his "knight in shining armour", just that this guys is just trying to learn, and doesn't deserve shitty treatment because he doesn't have expensive parts. I don't care about internet rep, I really don't. hence my low amount of posts. I only post on things that I'm interested in. And like I said, he's learning. Maybe he will have heat issues with his shift knob, or maybe his coils will break. But who knows. He bought what he could with the money he had I'm guessing, and he'll learn, just as we all did, and still do. You say he shouldn't succumb to peer pressure in buying shitty parts, but if I'm not mistaken, aren't you doing the same exact thing, pressuring him to spend more money on "name brand" parts? I'm not saying that I'm a wise old monk, just that age doesn't necessarily linearly coincide with maturity level, or common sense. I understand there are forum rules, but at least give the kid some help and advice, and if the mods decide to lock it, then they lock it. but this guy's only trying to start out, and he could use the advice. You attract more bees with honey, than vinegar. Just gotta give him less hate. Instead of 'fuck yo non legit parts' (not saying that's what you said, but just as a point), just be more positive, suggest parts, and warn politely of what may happen with the parts he bought, and to just be wary. Just simple stuff like that. I'm no keyboard warrior, or post whore, just don't wanna see another zilvia member eat the dust because he's not balling on a super budget.

For everybody who is already hating on me for touching up the shitty interior with something cheap, I'm sorry, I have better plans for it in the future. And as for the coils, they came on the car when I bought it. Just bear with me I'm new to 240 builds, just getting my ideas together and wanting some advice instead of criticism. And for you guys who are sticking up for my in progress build, thanks you! Any advice always helps and I will be upgrading to higher dollar parts once I get all my ducks in a row, just touching up for now
And snow hawk... Thanks for the realization speech everybody needed haha

EDIT** BRIDES AND RB20 ON THE WAY NEAR CHRISTMAS!!!

[EnvyS13]

There are some kind, and wise words on this thread. I'm in the same boat trying to build something with limited funds. Keep doing what you can, I wish my hatch was as clean as yours.

[Pinggg]

Let the guy build and share HIS car.

[ayrtonlucyk]

im new to this whole thing too, and it makes me upset when people cant try and build something to their own liking and on the budget they have. good luck with the build im in for some more!

[seg24life]

Got some updates coming soon

[Do_work.]

Fuk the haters mane. Build on. and welcome to Zilvia lol. Its filled with trolls as you have found out quickly. Hope to see ya around the Tennessee area. I just moved here from SC so ill be goin to a couple of meets and drift events soon.

[LuckyRPS13]

Interested to see if there is any progress made. I am bored here at work and was looking for a little inspiration on a back seat delete to fit my build. Your simple delete is along the lines I will be doing with mine. I will be using some MDF board to level the carpet out where the Hatch cargo area starts. This is the spot where I am considering a few variations.

[stroked_jz]

Interested to see if there is any progress made. I am bored here at work and was looking for a little inspiration on a back seat delete to fit my build. Your simple delete is along the lines I will be doing with mine. I will be using some MDF board to level the carpet out where the Hatch cargo area starts. This is the spot where I am considering a few variations.

I would have to agree. This car is already really clean, even with the "cheap parts" that have been so blatantly talked about. I would also have to agree with the hatch area, I am curious what else could be done, i did that with my supra, and immidiatly put the seats back in. It just didnt work. Then again, i wasnt left with a piece of carpet to cover it up, like the 240s have.

[seg24life]

Refreshing the Thread, anyone who follows this please read thread from the top!

[zenkiset]

nice to see another guy in the mountains to not be murdered for his "rice rocket" build lol. clean hatch man. in my honest opinion I think it would be cool to stay stock body. that thing is just so clean. just find a lip and maybe tweak with your suspension setup and I think its golden. you just don't see clean 240s like that in our region lol

[seg24life]

Interested to see if there is any progress made. I am bored here at work and was looking for a little inspiration on a back seat delete to fit my build. Your simple delete is along the lines I will be doing with mine. I will be using some MDF board to level the carpet out where the Hatch cargo area starts. This is the spot where I am considering a few variations.

Have a look now, my friend, refreshed the thread so as to make this build a little more interesting, read from the top!

[Snatch'D Factory]

Keep it up dude!

Remember the car is built by you for you, doesn't matter what people say, you built it yourself.

[seg24life]

Well, I think everyone knows what today is... Picked up the RB! And its HUMP DAY lol... anyways, drove about 4 and a half hours down to Gainesville, a little outside of Atlanta, to pick it up, and I was pretty happy with it aside from a few things he needed to keep that I will need to buy, but not a big deal, considering I am fully building this engine. Here is a quick parts list of what I have looked into so far, tell me what you think! CP pistons, Spool Rods (rated at 1200hp WOOT!!), Tomei cams, ACL race bearings, extended crank collar, harmonic balancer, standalone ecu, rb25 tranny, 1 piece driveshaft, and a t3/t4 not sure what trim size yet, want a fast spool, help me! And with all this, planning on running about 500HP... show people that RB20's aren't so bad:D Anyways, on to some pics...

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/rb20/IMG_8979_zpsbb3f9552.jpg

Got it back to the shop 4 or 5 hours later..

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/rb20/IMG_8990_zps62d49926.jpg

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/rb20/IMG_8997_zpsc8c2742f.jpg

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/rb20/IMG_8994_zps60b807f0.jpg

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So couple of questions... will the KA starter bolt to the RB? What axles/rear end do I need to hold up 500-600hp? Do you guys know anything that isn't on my list that i will need? And anything else will be helpful! thanks!

[sr20coupe131]

hell yeah man looks good, ps im the guy that you got ka off of:wavey:

[stroked_jz]

Running a precisiou 6262 or 6264 will get you to that 500hp you want. They both have really quick spool (on a jz motor) not sure how they will react with a 2L. But if you really want to spool faster, you could always invest in a Sound Performance Quick Spool Valve. Its roughly $700 after QSV and switch for the stand alone. QSV can increase your spool by 500-800rpms quicker, based off application obviously.

[nissanracer29]

Awesome build man! Where in Tennessee are you located? I also have a red 240 :)

[seg24life]

hell yeah man looks good, ps im the guy that you got ka off of:wavey:

Its Running good man! just not the power I'm looking for, but this rb should be! and shoot me a text bro i lost your number

Running a precisiou 6262 or 6264 will get you to that 500hp you want. They both have really quick spool (on a jz motor) not sure how they will react with a 2L. But if you really want to spool faster, you could always invest in a Sound Performance Quick Spool Valve. Its roughly $700 after QSV and switch for the stand alone. QSV can increase your spool by 500-800rpms quicker, based off application obviously.

Ok, ill take a look at those, thanks for the help man!! and if it wont spool somewhat quickly i will definitely look into the QSV

Awesome build man! Where in Tennessee are you located? I also have a red 240

Elizabethton, you anywhere close?

[nissanracer29]

Im from Knoxville. There are a few nice 240s up here. Have you ever heard of a place called The Shop in Kingsport?

[PoorMans180SX]

show people that RB20's aren't so bad:D Anyways, on to some pics...


Many have tried, all have failed. Because RB20's suck. Sell it now and run the KA, you can thank me later.

The rest of your post is extremely newbish. No "T3/T04 turbo" that will make 500hp will spool fast on a 2.0 liter slug.

Sounds like you need to do a LOT of research on turbochargers and the chassis you're currently driving before you build a 500hp engine.


Running a precisiou 6262 or 6264 will get you to that 500hp you want. They both have really quick spool (on a jz motor) not sure how they will react with a 2L. But if you really want to spool faster, you could always invest in a Sound Performance Quick Spool Valve. Its roughly $700 after QSV and switch for the stand alone. QSV can increase your spool by 500-800rpms quicker, based off application obviously.

Those are very large turbos for 2.0 liter, and will not spool fast. Also, twin-scroll has superior spool to a QSV, and those things are ridiculously overpriced. $700 is easily the difference between a real twin-scroll manifold and an open scroll one. Why not just do it right the first time?

[stroked_jz]

Many have tried, all have failed. Because RB20's suck. Sell it now and run the KA, you can thank me later.

The rest of your post is extremely newbish. No "T3/T04 turbo" that will make 500hp will spool fast on a 2.0 liter slug.

Sounds like you need to do a LOT of research on turbochargers and the chassis you're currently driving before you build a 500hp engine.




Those are very large turbos for 2.0 liter, and will not spool fast. Also, twin-scroll has superior spool to a QSV, and those things are ridiculously overpriced. $700 is easily the difference between a real twin-scroll manifold and an open scroll one. Why not just do it right the first time?

Obviously you did not read or comprehend the post. I know nothing about sr's, ka's or rb's. I even stated that i did not think it would spool quick with a 2L. I have been running JZ's as im new to the 240 world. Everything you pointed out, i stated in my post.

[PoorMans180SX]

Obviously you did not read or comprehend the post. I know nothing about sr's, ka's or rb's. I even stated that i did not think it would spool quick with a 2L. I have been running JZ's as im new to the 240 world. Everything you pointed out, i stated in my post.

You're kidding right? You said you weren't sure how they would react on a 2.0liter. Well I know how they would react and was stating as much, why are you jumping on me? I wasn't attacking you, just stating facts. You also recommended a QSV, which is a band-aid for people who already have single scroll manifolds and want faster spool. A proper twin-scroll setup is superior when it comes to area under the curve.

[stroked_jz]

You're kidding right? You said you weren't sure how they would react on a 2.0liter. Well I know how they would react and was stating as much, why are you jumping on me? I wasn't attacking you, just stating facts. You also recommended a QSV, which is a band-aid for people who already have single scroll manifolds and want faster spool. A proper twin-scroll setup is superior when it comes to area under the curve.

my bad man... long day at work...

[seg24life]

Well I spent today freshening up the RB by doing a pretty nice paint job on the valve covers, have a little bit to finish tomorrow, and also going to do the timing cover, PM me if you want full instructions on how to do this, did it all myself without having to pay for powdercoating!

Aircraft stripper is the way to go!! Took like 2 hours... sanding took forever so decided to do it

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/rb20/IMG_9012_zpse6210ce5.jpg

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/rb20/IMG_9014_zpse62f2274.jpg

Engine enamel coat

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/rb20/IMG_9026_zpsed6619d0.jpg

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/rb20/IMG_9031_zps2653a4a1.jpg

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Put on the white and then clear coat....Looks AMAZING on the engine!!! :mike

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/rb20/IMG_9044_zps792f70a2.jpg

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/rb20/IMG_9047_zpsef0eda82.jpg

Gonna Paint this tomorrow

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/rb20/IMG_9053_zps333c7fbc.jpg

[Cudi]

I like it! keep doing you!

[seg24life]

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Sorry for having to upload as an attachment, but here is a really quick update



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[LuckyRPS13]

Post up what the final product on the back seat, that is how I found the thread to begin with. My next focus will be my Sparco interior upgrade (seats, steering wheel, shifter, 4 point harness). Then knocking out my SR swap since I made a deal involving the Ka motor currently in it. My focus will be turning to the back seat area in Febuary/march.

[seg24life]

Made a few changes, let me know what you think guys!

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/Photobucket%20Desktop%20-%20Stevens%20MacBook%20Air/240sx%2012-27-13/IMG_9269_zps9879c0ba.jpeg

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[Edwin562]

looks good. keep up the good work.

[seg24life]

Here are a few updates and some new pics, put in some cheap gauges just to get rid of my cracked center vent. Once i finish the next project i am working on and get some money im going to send the Rb (which is now free of manifolds, and all acessories) to the machine shop to have the crank collar installed, have it bored, honed, and hot tanked, and have some head work done, as well as putting in the forged internals:yum: anyways here are some pics, enjoy! :tardrim:




http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/240/13682236685_f0ce069568_o_zps7dcfb0a9.jpg

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/240/IMG_0096_zps9487a747.jpg

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/240/IMG_0095_zps56fb3f28.jpg

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/240/IMG_0049_zpsec4d1804.jpg:coold:

[zenkiset]

I like your direction with building the rb. I've kinda always rooted for the rb20, but I like the instant torque of a v8 so I'm going 1uz. Why not 1j though?

EDIT: love the hood btw

[seg24life]

I like your direction with building the rb. I've kinda always rooted for the rb20, but I like the instant torque of a v8 so I'm going 1uz. Why not 1j though?

EDIT: love the hood btw

Thanks for the love man, now that i have made some progress on the car not everyone is hating lol. I found the swap on craigslist for a really good deal, and although its not a 25 or 26, its still an RB and the 20's are pretty rev happy and can be built to a good amount of power with some money. of course, everyone will agree it may not have the stock potential of a 25/26, but with the forged internals rated at 1200hp and doing headwork and everything im doing, shouldn't have a problem with ragging it out for years and still going strong. im going with some tomei cams that arent too intense (256) and ive heard that gives a good amount of torque/throttle response. I also plan on getting everything through raw brokerage, ive read a lot of good things about them, and it seems like the owner ricky is very knowledgable on what he is doing

[sr20coupe131]

Text me. 865 235 9661

[Dolph_KYAS13]

I have a soft spot for the RB20 as well and It is perfect for what I need it for. Theyre rev happy and 300hp is easily do able with minor boltons.

Let me know if you would like a vented coilpack cover, I have a couple left in stock.

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5545/11181771346_efb67ed129_c.jpg

Shoot me a PM if you're interested.

[seg24life]

Put the engine on the stand tonight to get ready to pull the head off and check out the internals, and then send it to the machine shop:D

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and a little after burnout photo taken from a video my buddy took

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[seg24life]

UPDATE!! Finally got around to pulling the head off and I'm pleasantly surprised with how good everything looks like on the internals side of the engine. Of course the pistons and rods and whatnot don't really matter, since I'm going aftermarket, but nonetheless they look good! But I am really happy to see that there is no scoring on the cylinder walls and no discoloration on the top of the bottom end from overheating. Plus, the valves and pistons are extremely clean, the letters and markings on them are still visible, no carbon buildup, and the head gasket and everything were in pretty decent shape! Probably have to go oversized valves for the tomei cams? Need to do some more research. Here's some pics:

http://i1337.photobucket.com/albums/o665/Seg24life/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/2F64200C-3E84-4652-B2AB-AA43E7871808_zps048zdgih.jpg

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[da_crew10]

Quit worrying so much on what everyone thinks. Build it how you want it. Even if its with an ugly hood or fake brides/wheels, or fanboi windshield stickers. I do love your paint job though lol.

Oh and p.s- dont post pictures of you posing next to your car like that. The way I pictured you looking like while reading through the thread was exactly how you look haha.

Stay motivated!

[RB240Coupe]

Clean 240 man. keep up the good work. Its good to see that there is another rb20 believer in these mountains. iv got a 89 coupe w/rb20 swap ive been working on for the past few years. wont be going crazy with the engine build as it is not in my budget but everything has been mic'd and checked for spec. As for suggestions for your build i would do your research on the rb20 and see what its capable of a lot of people dont give it the credit it deserves for various reasons, the guys in NZ and AUS are all about the lil rb20. At the end of the day tho its your car and your build so keep the wrench turning man.

[240sxpignose]

Nice car man! Definitely one of my favorites. I was wondering what size wheels you have on there? Perfect fit.