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Apr 14, 2014 | 10:45 AM

Horps27

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Torch Red Roadster Build

This is my build thread.

1998 Roadster 42k Miles
F45 package car
Mag wheels
6spd

Parts going on are as follows

Monster Stage 3 Clutch
Aluminum flywheel
New pilot/thrust
New GM Slave
Tick Adjustable master
Tick speed bleeder
Poly TT bushings
Replacing Plastic Swaybar end links

Texas Speed 2.5 heads
Tick S1 V2 Blower cam
P1SC - fresh rebuild
Twin Sidemount intercoolers
AA Dongle
Custom Stainless Headers
Custom Stainless X pipe
Corsa catback
Trunion Upgraded rockers
GM MLS LS1 Head Gaskets
New water pump
Hardened Pushrods (once i figure out the length)
LS7 lifters
ARP 12point headstuds
ARP Crank Bolt
Pinned Crank
Racetronix Fuel pump
Racetronix harness
60Lb injectors

Shooting for 600 on low boost to keep it together

First Pic is of the car

Next two are progress so far, rear sub and TT out. Rad, shroud, PS pump, PS rack, exhaust is off and out.

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Apr 14, 2014 | 10:59 AM

madmatt9471

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From: Palmdale, Ca----- 2009 Cyber Gray 4LT A6 F55 452 RWHP 422 RWTQ- RIP 1998 C5 734 RWHP & 585 RWTQ-----

Wow! very nice!

Looks like you got your hands full!

Keep us posted on your results and progress!

Thanks,Matt

Apr 14, 2014 | 11:02 AM

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From: Palmdale, Ca----- 2009 Cyber Gray 4LT A6 F55 452 RWHP 422 RWTQ- RIP 1998 C5 734 RWHP & 585 RWTQ-----

Forgot my suggestions:

80lb injectors minimum

New oil pump

In time a Alkycontrol Meth kit for safety

Thanks,Matt

Apr 14, 2014 | 11:22 AM

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with my lower power goals I wasn't sure if Alky and bigger injectors were warranted.

Apr 14, 2014 | 11:25 AM

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with my lower power goals I wasn't sure if Alky and bigger injectors were warranted.

Yes! The bigger injectors will be much better -

The tuner can dial down the Injector Duty Cycle if needed! 60's can max out pretty quick!

Alky is always a good idea since it can cool down the "Cylinder" temps up to 250* - thus a nice safety feature as well as picking a little extra from the extra Octane it produces!

Thanks,Matt

Apr 14, 2014 | 11:38 AM

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crap, there is always something more.

Apr 14, 2014 | 12:18 PM

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I have a myriad of pullies for the blower. Which would i run to have the lowest boost pressure?

Apr 14, 2014 | 12:27 PM

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I have a myriad of pullies for the blower. Which would i run to have the lowest boost pressure?

The biggest one you have will give you less boost. Looks like you have it going on.

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Apr 14, 2014 | 03:45 PM

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From: Palmdale, Ca----- 2009 Cyber Gray 4LT A6 F55 452 RWHP 422 RWTQ- RIP 1998 C5 734 RWHP & 585 RWTQ-----

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I have a myriad of pullies for the blower. Which would i run to have the lowest boost pressure?

Give us the list of pulley sizes you have and we will select one to start with!

to keep you within your desired PSI of Boost!

Thanks,Matt

Apr 14, 2014 | 03:52 PM

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3.3, 3.8,4.0

Would like to run as little boost as possible to meet the 600ish goal. Dont want to push too hard on the bottom end in its stock condition. Will be getting torn out next fall to be built, but would rather not have to go with a whole new block because the current one has "Rod exit here" signs on it.

Apr 14, 2014 | 03:58 PM

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looking good my friend!!

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Apr 14, 2014 | 05:34 PM

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3.8" would be the best for your goals right now, that should net you where you want to be at Boost wise!

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Apr 16, 2014 | 03:28 PM

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To Cat or not to Cat? Having the X pipe made. Should i have it catted or not? I have the corsa touring tigershark mufflers. How much power will i lose if it is catted? How loud will it be without cats?

Apr 16, 2014 | 07:35 PM

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It won't be much of a loss - at times only 3 rwhp are lost (Depends on age of Cats and or Hiflow cats or stockers)

Cats keep the smell way down! Much happier drives!

Thanks,Matt

Apr 17, 2014 | 12:08 AM

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So where should i source them from? 3 inch cats are big $$ everywhere ive looked.

Apr 17, 2014 | 10:17 AM

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So where should i source them from? 3 inch cats are big $$ everywhere ive looked.

Not too bad for the Magnaflows: These are 3 way Catalytic Converters

http://www.ebay.com/itm/321206345187...84.m1423.l2649

Summit Racing:

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mp...FUqUfgodMwMAOA

Flowmaster Catalytic Converters: Standard Duty Cats

Amazon.com: Flowmaster 2230130 223 Series 3" Inlet/Outlet Universal Catalytic Converter: Automotive

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Flowmaster-2...-/130972443491

Standard Duty Cats at JEG's - Take your pick look at the 3" ones:

http://www.jegs.com/p/Flowmaster/Flo...59313/10002/-1

Thanks,Matt

Apr 17, 2014 | 10:20 AM

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Awesome! Will go with catted then. Makes sense. How about the EGR system?

Apr 17, 2014 | 10:49 AM

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Awesome! Will go with catted then. Makes sense. How about the EGR system?

We don't have an EGR system -

If you are talking about the SMOG tubes, then if your Long Tube Headers have them then just hook them up and all will be fine -

"IF" they don't have them then just remove the pieces and put them on a shelf!

Thanks,Matt

Apr 17, 2014 | 11:04 AM

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Awesome! Next on the list is PCV/Catch can system.

Apr 17, 2014 | 11:18 AM

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Awesome! Next on the list is PCV/Catch can system.

If you have not bought one yet -

My suggestion is the RX Monster II Catch Can -

I run it on mine and I just installed one on my buddies and it came out insanely awesome - Installed it in the drivers fender well next to the Alky Control Pump!

Love this high quality piece for F/I

http://www.revxtreme.com/rx-catch-can-monster-stage-ii

I did a full write-up on this too!

Thanks,Matt

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