Erich's 1JZ-GTE VVTi S13 2013 Pro-Am Build

[erich_hagen]

This has been a long time coming so I decided I would go ahead and start a build thread on here for my endeavors. With the 2013 season on the horizon I decided to get more serious about earning my FD Pro License, ditched the CA18 and Im moving forward with a 1JZ-GTE VVTi. The motor of choice was tough because Ive grown very attached to the CA, but the lack of power and ability to build the motor further was holding me back. I finished 8th in Evergreen Drift Pro-Am with the most under powered car at the track. Every round furthered my frustrations and as soon as the season ended - I ordered a new motor.

Here is a little history on what I started with and where Im going. Parts are rolling in daily and Im pulling the CA this weekend.

Here are some shots of my BMW E30 that I ran for several seasons. This car is where the CA18 began for me. Prior to 2012 I ditched this chassis in favor of a more subtable car - an S13. It seemed like the cliche thing to do, but it proved to be more than capable for me in 2012.

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The 2012 Pro-Am Car
Engine:
CA18DET
Weisco pistons
Fully balanced bottom end
Tomei Pon cams
S15 ball bearing turbo
God Speed Fabrication mid mount intercooler
Apexi Dual N1 exhaust
Greddy boost controller
Apexi power FC
Radium Engineering catch cans with drain back
Mishimoto Automotive high flow aluminum radiator
Blitz BOV with recirculation
Accusump 3 quart oil system
Makes ~250whp currently

Drivetrain:
Factory CA18 transmission
OS Giken twin disk clutch/flywheel
Welded differential with factory ratio
Nismo motor and transmission mounts

Suspension:
Tein Super Drift coilovers
Stance tension rods/rear links
Stance solid subframe bushings
Modified S14 front control arms/knuckles by Steve and Randy
Tein inner tie rods
SPL outer tie rods
Nismo power brace

Brakes:
180SX brakes
Hawk HP Plus pads
CNC hydro ebrake

Wheels/Tires:
17×8.25 ET 0 front with 215/45/17
17×9.75 ET 25 rear with 225/45/17
CURRENTLY RUNNING ACHILLES
XXR 527 wheels

Body:
Cole Trickle special vinyl wrap by Fusion Graphix
B Magic 30 mm rear over fenders
AIT Racing vented hood
D1 Series front bumper and side skirts
Do-Luck rear valence
East Bear Aero mirrors
OMP tow strap
Super sweet drift series lighting (see Ebay!)

Interior:
FD spec roll cage by God Speed Fabrication
OMP TRS seat
Planted Technologies seat brackets
SPL steering wheel with quick release
RJS Nascar style window net

Front Bumper Bash Bar by Robb @ Godspeed Fabrication
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FD Spec Roll Cage by Robb @ Godspeed Fabrication
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2013 BUILD
With the help of Russell @ NissanParts.cc I was able to pick up a 1JZ and get it to my house while I was at SEMA. Here is a pic of it as it arrived that was texted to me with tons of questionable remarks since I was in Vegas and no where near the motor.
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/1jz%20arrival.jpg

I took the time this past weekend to get the motor on an engine stand and do a partial tear down, open the valve covers, remove the pan, etc to do an inspection. Everything engine wise looks good. The turbo on this motor was toast and there are some other small issues that Im working on right now, but this motovated me to start tearing down the CA.
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/1jz%20teardown.jpg

One of my newest sponsors is Extreme Turbo Systems (ETS) located here in Washington. ETS is a pretty awesome local company and we are pretty stoked to have them on board for 2013. Im pretty sure this is the first drift car they have ever sponsored.
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/ETSICsm.jpg

More coming very soon!

[erich_hagen]

Getting ready to pull the motor out...
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Motor came out and was picked up over the weekend.
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Im finally getting some new parts on order and should be getting my harness done very soon. More updates coming as soon as I get these pictures of my camera and phone.

[Flicktitty]

looking forward to it! I've been contemplating doing a VVTi 1JZ in the next one. Goood luck in 13!

[mikerbike]

Just wondering, what's 'more suitable' about an S13? Can you not adjust rear camber on the E30?

[NismoTuner21]

Looking good man!! Definitely keeping an eye on this thread. I sold my VVTi 1J Power FC not too long ago for really cheap too ;(. Any more pics or videos of that SR Z32 you can PM me? Thanks!

[erich_hagen]

Just wondering, what's 'more suitable' about an S13? Can you not adjust rear camber on the E30?



I had driven the E30 for 5 years. That car had seen walls, off track action, you name it and it was just beat to crap. It was hard to do things to the car without fabrication work and I wanted something easier. With the amount of choices for S13 parts on the market - it makes things quite a bit easier. Im happy with the choice.



Looking good man!! Definitely keeping an eye on this thread. I sold my VVTi 1J Power FC not too long ago for really cheap too ;(. Any more pics or videos of that SR Z32 you can PM me? Thanks!



Youtube and search Nissan Fest 2012 - I believe he was at that event. Im not sure how many other events he drove.

[erich_hagen]

Received a small order from driftmotion.com over the weekend. Marlin Crawler Billet Shift Fork, Thrust Washer, Shifter Socket, Heavy Duty Bearing Retainer, and Urethane Bushing for the R154 Transmission.

http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/MarlinKrawler1.jpg

I have a lot of things coming in right now so I should have some pretty regular updates.

Made this...my life right now. :wan:
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[gretz]

I'll keep up with this one... I'm almost done my S13 (180sx) with 1jz-vvti swap...
What are you looking into for standalone? I'm running a Haltech PS2000, although expensive, it has some awesome features / add ons > Also, look into doing LS2 GM coilpacks, pretty awesome upgrade for the cost of your ignitor... I'm also selling my coilpacks and ignitor if you want spares...

GL with the build, i'll let you know what numbers I make, should see the dyno before Christmas

[shiftdrift]

let me know if you replace the gaskets where you find the full kit, because i CAN'T find one for shit and I need one.

[erich_hagen]

Also picked up a 3" ISIS Exhaust.

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[erich_hagen]

I'll keep up with this one... I'm almost done my S13 (180sx) with 1jz-vvti swap...
What are you looking into for standalone? I'm running a Haltech PS2000, although expensive, it has some awesome features / add ons > Also, look into doing LS2 GM coilpacks, pretty awesome upgrade for the cost of your ignitor... I'm also selling my coilpacks and ignitor if you want spares...

GL with the build, i'll let you know what numbers I make, should see the dyno before Christmas

That would be awesome - Id love to hear more about your build and setup.

Im not planning to go standalone quite yet. Its not really in the budget. Im going to run SAFC2 and Fuel Cut Defender until I can upgrade.

let me know if you replace the gaskets where you find the full kit, because i CAN'T find one for shit and I need one.

Im not planning to do a full rebuild on this motor. Im doing some of the maintenance things like - Water Pump, Timing Components, Crank & Cam Seals, Serpentine Belt, Oil Pump, Etc. I know the head gaskets is not a US Part and I dont plan to mess with that at this point. If you need any of that stuff message Russell @ nissanparts.cc on here (RussellM) and he can help you find the parts.

[erich_hagen]

Its like Christmas right now with all these new parts coming in.

Ive pulled off all of my suspension links and have those up for sell locally. Im revamping everything, aside from my Tein Coilovers and Solid Bushings. Ill get before & after shots up when I get to that point.

F1 Racing Clutch.
A buddy of my recommended trying this out - he has used one for a long time and never had any issues or complaints. For the price I couldnt say no.
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/IMG_3554.jpg

Fluidampr Harmonic Balancer
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[bataangpinoy]

can't wait to see this finished. I was a big fan of your e30, wondered what happened after you vanished from r3v and e30tech.

[vehicle336]

ETS is baller, nice sponsor to have. Anyone in the STi/Evo world knows of their quality and skill - can't ask for much better.

GLWB.

[jiggysnitz]

Glad you are finally putting a real engine in your car.


More bike races and megaphone yelling soon k?

[erich_hagen]

Glad you are finally putting a real engine in your car.


More bike races and megaphone yelling soon k?

Yeah I really cant wait!

Don't worry, megaphones and bike races are definitely in the plans for 2013!

[erich_hagen]

I was able to get a little bit of work done on the car this weekend.

First, clean the work bench.
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Cleaned and painted the engine bay. Im stoked on this - I didnt expect this to turn out so well. I will painting the interior of the car the same color.
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Received my replacement turbo (stock) and MAF because the motor I received had a blown turbo and no MAF.
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[cchondro]

Looking forward to this thread
Subscribed.

[Bro]

1j ftw. subbed:axe:

[erich_hagen]

Received my Grip Royal "royal trickle" Steering Wheel - Cant wait to get this installed.

http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/487013_482705521773827_432238977_n.jpg

[Ramonesfreak2010]

Good stuff! I'm currently saving up for a 1JZ VVTI. :)

[towlie]

Fd allows grip royal but not nardi woodgrain ?

Wut

[Bro]

Badass wheel bro!

[project_silvia]

damm this is nice

[erich_hagen]

Received my OEM Parts from Toyota. Oil Pump, Waterpump, Belts, Pulleys, Cam Seals, etc - basically some precautionary replacement parts.

http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/YotaOEM.jpg

What else...

Remember that engine bay I was so proud of? Well, we decided to tear back into it and stitch weld it...so that paint job is no more. Ill try to get up some pictures of the work in progress once I get a moment.

[EnvyS13]

very cool build. subscribed

[erich_hagen]

Engine Bay Stitched Welded and Repainted - why do it once and move on right?
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/EngineBayPaintzzz.jpg

Ian from Factory 83 stopped by and caught me in the act.
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Painted the Cage to match the Engine Bay
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Had one of my buddies pick me up some knuckles from PBM NZ while he was over there. PBM had these on backorder here in the states.
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[Ktown_drifter]

.. sorta confused.. you picked up a maf for a 1jz???? last time i popped my hood and looked at mine, it didnt have one........ mind you mines a non vvti.

[shiftdrift]

1jz vvti have mafs

[Southern Elegance]

Subscribed!

Post pics of how you wire this beast up please, picking up my motor pretty soon :naughtyd:

[D.Adams]

Such a sick build man keep it up

[AWahl]

+1 for the wun jay!

what color silver did you use? it looks good

[drift2010]

F1 Racing Clutch.
A buddy of my recommended trying this out - he has used one for a long time and never had any issues or complaints. For the price I couldnt say no.
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/IMG_3554.jpg


Nice built, but don't let this garbage clutch ruin your built, I have been giving this piece of shit 3 times in 3 different car, until I realize garbage is always garbage, can't be changed. You better invest a little bit more money into a good clutch rather than save money using that garbage.

[MC.Understeer]

This is what happen when I bought a r32 skyline with an F1 clutch not knowing... http://i50.tinypic.com/20aqn2d.jpg

I have an almost new ORC twin disc for a 1jz r154 combo if you're interested, I planned on using it as a back up since I'm not going to use my 1jz swap

[ROUGE180]

Curious as to what front mount setup you're going to use as I'm going to be doing this exact swap myself. I'll be following for sure.

[erich_hagen]

Curious as to what front mount setup you're going to use as I'm going to be doing this exact swap myself. I'll be following for sure.

Im running an ETS Intercooler (pictured in some of the older post) and all the piping will be custom by Godspeed Fabrication.

[erich_hagen]

In regards to the clutch concerns. The 1jz version of this clutch uses all factory toyota parts except for the clutch disc itself. Its a factory pressure plate, bearings, etc. besides the recomendation from someone who has 43k on this same clutch setup and counting with a mild built 2j cressida, the use of the factory parts were the only reason I considered it. My power goals are not much more than 350 at the wheels so this should hold up just fine. I will also be using factory flywheel!

[erich_hagen]

Picked up a ton if misc hardware from Tacoma Screw
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Threw in the Grip Royal "Royal Trickle"...absolutly loving my interior right now. After repainting the interior metal + cage...
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[gretz]

Just finished my 1jz vvti swap... made 300whp on the mustang dyno at 10lbs on the stock turbo... Oh, and made 160wtq more than my 318whp sr at 3000 rpm

Completely different car, 3rd gear roll @ 3000 rpm can break my 235/45/17 nitto invos at 1/4 throttle > you'll find out lol

awesome motor in an s chassis

http://static.photobucket.com/player.swf?file=http://vid163.photobucket.com/albums/t320/ca18det240sx/20130125_201207.mp4

[erich_hagen]

Received some teaser shots of my wiring harness from Guy @ Fiend Performance. I cant wait to get this back!

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[erich_hagen]

Just finished my 1jz vvti swap... made 300whp on the mustang dyno at 10lbs on the stock turbo... Oh, and made 160wtq more than my 318whp sr at 3000 rpm

Completely different car, 3rd gear roll @ 3000 rpm can break my 235/45/17 nitto invos at 1/4 throttle > you'll find out lol

awesome motor in an s chassis

http://static.photobucket.com/player.swf?file=http://vid163.photobucket.com/albums/t320/ca18det240sx/20130125_201207.mp4

Thanks for sharing! I cant wait!

[erich_hagen]

Our Team Photographer (Jason Zimmer) came by over the weekend to shoot the progress as we installed SPL Suspension Links, put some bits and pieces back on the motor, etc.

http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/ErichJasonZimmer2013Full.jpg

We have partnered with SPL Suspension Parts for the 2013 Season and couldnt be more pumped about getting their links on this car. Everything that was on the car previously has been replaced with the newest version SPL Links, which was a pleasent surprise. The new versions include reinforcement tabs on the Clevis of each link and the SPL logo etched on. We didnt expect to receive their newest revision, as they just released them.
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1JZ GTE VVTI getting some solid love in. We started reassembling the motor, we are still waiting on a few seals and some other odds and ends that should arrive this week. We picked up the pulleys from DriftMotion and we are running the Fluidampr Harmonic Balancer mentioned earlier from NissanParts.cc - The Damper has not been installed in these photos, but its on the motor right now.
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[Kwolfe]

In for the 1jz pro am goodness.

[erich_hagen]

More stuff...

Recevied some Mishimoto, PBM, and DriftMotion Goodies
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Little Test Fitting of the Radiator, Cooler, and ETS Intercooler.
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Getting it back together, Fluidampr Installed.
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[cchondro]

your build makes me jelly.
Just sayin... :o

[Chase Bays]

In on this, looking forward to its completion

[erich_hagen]

your build makes me jelly.
Just sayin... :o

In on this, looking forward to its completion

Thanks for the support guys!

[erich_hagen]

Picked up some Xcessive Manufacturing Engine & Transmission Mount Brackets.

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Also, had a handful of misc fab work done yesterday. Really pushing to have the motor in the car next weekend.

[millerlight763]

Love This! keep up the great work and looking forward to the finished product!

[Z33dori]

seriously before you waste you time having to od a clutch swap at an event please buy a different clutch

other than that solid looking uild

[cchondro]

Picked up some Xcessive Manufacturing Engine & Transmission Mount Brackets.

http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/Engine%20Mount%20Bracketsz.jpg

Also, had a handful of misc fab work done yesterday. Really pushing to have the motor in the car next weekend.

Could you please give me the dimensions for the hole points on the bottom of the transmission mount,

I bought the same one for my W59 but I think they gave me a R154
Your help would be much appreciated

[trekid]

this is cool

[DJZ]

pretty cool build, but have you heard about a new rule they are making for fd which requires all the cars competing to have the same engine manufacturer as the cars manufacturer?

[ryans523]

awesome build, keep up the good work

[NButtz]

Build looks good Erich. Thanks for buying from Tacoma Screw, lol. I work there. :)

[Izento]

Oh nice, you have a build on Zilvia? Sorry to see the CA go, but it had a good run, now it's time to get competitive. Hopefully PGP opens up again and we could tandem. I look forward to the progress of your car.

[erich_hagen]

On Saturday I was able to get my Suspension Pieces back from CT Specialties, who handles all of my powder coating. Ive decided to keep this car as clean and presentable as possible. Everything I dropped off received a gloss black treatement.

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We figured it was time we stepped up this build thread and introduced a little eye candy for the ladies. Let me introduce to you - Dylan Evans. Its undeniable that the Nismo Power Brace looks superior in Black.
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/TheEvans2013.jpg


I was able to find someone locally to go through my transmission and install all of my new DriftMotion parts. Much to our surprise the old parts that came out were in very good shape.
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/OldTrannyParts22413.jpg

5-Lug (finally)
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We are proud to be working with Chase Bays as one of our 2013 Sponsors. Their products are very nice and we look forward to getting them fully installed with the engine in the bay. These should really improve the tidiness of the bay.
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Sunday Morning came and we got the motor up on the engine hoist to install the flywheel and clutch, then we threw on transmission.
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Cutting the locating tabs off of my Nismo Motor Mounts. Although, once the motor was dropped in we realized that the Nismo Mounts are a bit bulky to run. So, we either raise the motor or get new mounts, I want to keep everything as low as possible so I have ordered new mounts.
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And this is how it sits currently. Such a relief to see this motor in my car. We still have a lot of work ahead of us, but now we can really get down to it.
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[BiG MiKE86]

Can I get a pic of the engine mounts as they sit now with the engine installed? What engine mounts did you use with the xcessive parts?

[NNOCENT]

Any details on the silver paint code for the engine bay & cage/interior ?

[di-devol]

I dig the build, keep going!

pretty cool build, but have you heard about a new rule they are making for fd which requires all the cars competing to have the same engine manufacturer as the cars manufacturer?

That would be a very stupid rule, I don't see that happening.

[Mooch]

Can't wait to drag race bikes and get stupid drunk at FD again this year. Your build is looking so much better then mine!

[erich_hagen]

Ive gotten a decent amount done on the car since the weekend. Things should start coming together this weekend when a few new parts arrive. I was able to get my valve covers back. I also swapped out my motor mounts for Whiteline Mounts - this was a very good decision.

I will get up some better pictures of all of this next week.

http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/1JZVcin.jpg

[BiG MiKE86]

Pics of mounts?


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[erich_hagen]

Pics of mounts?


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I will get those up for you next week. Im also, not ignoring you - I will try to get some measurements as well. I had to get a new transmission adapter bracket because I ordered the incorrect one. Sorry, for the wait.

[JohanM]

love how clean that bay looks man, keep it up!!!!

[ForeignMuscle]

Getting it back together, Fluidampr Installed.
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I don't know much about the jz platform so excuse me if this is a retarded question, but does the front cover on that engine say Yamaha??

[BigPawr]

The one thing I love about VVTI 1JZ's are the vlave covers are so damn sleek and sexy. I wish the 2J looked as good.

[swaneewillwin]

The one thing I love about VVTI 1JZ's are the vlave covers are so damn sleek and sexy. I wish the 2J looked as good.

Your priorities are messed up...

[bc.]

Looking good, real good.

Your priorities are messed up...

Hahaha, nice first post east st. louis.

[BigPawr]

Your priorities are messed up...
lol, come on you don't like a good looking engine? Don't get me wrong, I love a 2J, I got a built one in my garage. But I want a nice clean stock VVTI 1J for my daily IS300 really bad. They just look so good in the bay.

[K_style]

I don't know much about the jz platform so excuse me if this is a retarded question, but does the front cover on that engine say Yamaha??

Yamaha helped on developing of head design. So they put their logo on front of the 1JZ. You can see the same thing of 3S-GE BEAMS engine.

[Extreme Dimensions]

Nice build!

[Z33dori]

I don't know much about the jz platform so excuse me if this is a retarded question, but does the front cover on that engine say Yamaha??

yes Yamaha did the heads

[shiftdrift]

Idk if you know. But Yamaha did the heads. Then I did them over because Yamaha sucks with baby dick exhaust shit.

[erich_hagen]

WHITELINE ENGINE MOUNTS INSTALLED
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/WhitelineMounts2013sm.jpg

A better shot of the engine bay and some minor updates. I was able to get my Radium Engineering Coolant Bottle installed, as well as the Radium Engineering Fuel Pressure Regulator and gauge. Im waiting on fittings and hose so I can plumb everything in.
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/JZInstalled2013xm.jpg

[BiG MiKE86]

Sweet thanks for the pic of the mount - I may ditch my nismo mounts for a set like those

Awesome build


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[Bumpkin203]

This is awesome, I have been thinking of going with a 1jz for my hatch for a while. Keep the updates coming!

[erich_hagen]

Ive gotten a lot done to this thing over the last couple of weeks. Right now Im waiting on some key components to get it buttoned up and on the ground so I can send it up to Rob at Godspeed Fabrication to do his magic. Once I have the car back from him, it should be fairly simple.

Im still waiting on lines and fittings for the fuel system. Im also changing out the solid rack bushings for some Poly's.

Radium Engineering Coolant Tank
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/IMG_9750%20sm.jpg

Radium Engineering Dual Catch Can Setup
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/IMG_9759%20sm.jpg

Mishimoto Radiator and Oil Cooler
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/IMG_9779%20sm.jpg

Engine Shot
http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/nissan/IMG_9777%20sm.jpg

[gretz]

I have a spare stock turbo good for a rebuild or to send to DM for a high flowed turbo if you are interested... Going with hte Tomei Arms kit, hope it is all it is cracked out to be

[erich_hagen]

EVD Round 1 was a couple of weeks back. Going into this event with zero seat time with a new motor, new suspension setup, basically new everything - I was a bit stressed. To add to the factors spinning around in my head it was a wet day - nothing new in the NW. So, we hit the road and headed to t he track. We made a few adjustements at the track due to the track conditions and head out to grid. Needless to say, the car felt awesome. Everything about it was on point and I couldnt have been happier.

I qualified 3rd and once the pieces fell I finished in 2nd place and sit in 2nd place overall in the series, behind Formula D Pro Licensed Driver Kory Keezer.

Things didnt finish all well though. On one of my final runs we had a freak tie rod failure, sending my car into the wall - twisting up some metal, destroying tons of parts on the left side of the car. I will get some pictures of that carnage soon. These things happen, its the life of a drift car. We have most of the needed parts to get it back on the ground. Thanks to SPL Suspensions, BC Racing, and numerous other companies for getting us replacement parts very quickly.

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[Snatch'D Factory]

Like this car a lot, good luck this season.

[irritatedmax]

Rad car and build! I love the simplicity and cleanliness.

But let me get this straight, you can drift a car without tubbed fenders and a tube front? You, sir, are a pioneer.

[c-los13]

What did you do for the fuel lines??switched em to the other side??? Or extended them??