SublimeDatsun610 Posted October 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2010 Well the latest is I haven't done much with it. I am still waiting for my brackets to be laser cut and the aluminum air scoops to be welded. Neither have been done. I guess when you are waiting for favors. Paying customers are first in line. looks like I will be shaking Them down for my parts so I can start working on this again. though i did find replacements for the "340" hood scoop emblems!!!! Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 14, 2010 here are some updates. got the scoops made now will have to duct the inner fenderwells. Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2010 well i am making more progress.... a few more mods and the welding begins.. here is where i am looking for feed-back, my feelings will not be hurt. though i am looking to feed the top mounted intercooler, oil cooler and intake and radiator with as much air as possible. the chin spoiler will be made from 3/16" aluminum like the scoops. i really like the IMSA style front spoilers with a W-30 inspiration. i need to exhaust my options and idea reserves. i also have a different motor in the works its a 7MGTE that dyno'd at 430HP to the tires. its getting freshened up at the machine shop. this engine was a deal i could not pass up! Quote Link to comment
510kevin Posted November 17, 2010 Report Share Posted November 17, 2010 ^the cardboard may not last too long, id try aluminum or fiberglass! :D seriously though, have you thought of cutting the scoops into your front bumper? might look better/be easier than adding them to the bottom and fabbing an air dam around them.... Quote Link to comment
datsun723 Posted November 17, 2010 Report Share Posted November 17, 2010 Oooo 7MGTE could be fun too ;) Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2010 ^the cardboard may not last too long, id try aluminum or fiberglass! :D seriously though, have you thought of cutting the scoops into your front bumper? might look better/be easier than adding them to the bottom and fabbing an air dam around them.... definately thought about that. its near impossible the way the bumpers mount. plus is at any time i needed to remove the scoops i could. Quote Link to comment
zerow Posted November 17, 2010 Report Share Posted November 17, 2010 ... i also have a different motor in the works its a 7MGTE that dyno'd at 430HP to the tires.... May have to change the title of your thread to read '7MGTE' swap... FTW! :fu: Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 18, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 18, 2010 just picked up the block and flywheel from the machine shop. yes it is painted in Hemi Orange!!! waiting for the new bearings and gaskets, etc.... Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 21, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2010 mounts are near done! have to make clearance for the remote oil filter adapter... now its time to size up for the radiator and intercooler. Quote Link to comment
hang_510 Posted November 21, 2010 Report Share Posted November 21, 2010 you should do a matching exhaust Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 21, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2010 you should do a matching exhaust i have the factory dual exhaust tips. planning on running 3" exhaust to 2.5" dual tails Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted November 24, 2010 Report Share Posted November 24, 2010 I love your project, as an "Old School Hot Rodder" I agree with the majority, run what you have available. If you think it will be economical to drive though, I have my doubts. My mostly stock 2JZ-DTE gets 16mpg 1/2 city 1/2 highway, my 57 Chevy small block, solid lifter, single Holley, 4 speed gets 19 to 20mpg. The 2JZ is more fun to drive though, better handling + the boot in the back when the second turbo kicks in is a rush, but the 57 gets lots of thumbs ups, and when the secondaries kick in, and the 6000 rpm music starts playing through the Flowmasters, that's fun too! I guess that is why I have an eclectic fleet of cars, they all have their good points, and give different experiences when driving them. I hope your son appreciates the great experience you are sharing with him, I only wish I had a child to share my passion with. I will be following this build with great interest, as it is hot rodding at it's best. :D Quote Link to comment
bananahamuck Posted November 24, 2010 Report Share Posted November 24, 2010 Really liked how your sizing up radiator/intercooler with cardboard box, so simple but accurate I will be stealing this idea Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 25, 2010 here is the new 7MGTE cyl head. i painted the Valve covers in wrinkle black to go with the Mopar Hemi orange color theme. new pistons, bearings, gaskets and misc. parts have been ordered. will post the pics of the engine upon assembly... Quote Link to comment
Stupid_fast Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Thats going to be cool. BTW is that 5m or 7M block your building? :D I have a 7MGE in my toyota, they are nice motors. Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 26, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 it is now a 7MGTE. i planned on a 5M then the 7M deal was too tempting. Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 26, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 well after hours of looking at front air dams. i saw a AMC Javelin that had the exact style i wanted. i had to bring the scoops closer together 3 inches and set them back further. getting crafty with the hot glue gun and some painted cardboard. this is what i got so far... my closest "go to" friend says yes so far. what are your opinions? Quote Link to comment
lil89ram50 Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 i not a huge fan. but have seen worse i guess. might just be the angles of the pics Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 well after hours of looking at front air dams. i saw a AMC Javelin that had the exact style i wanted. i had to bring the scoops closer together 3 inches and set them back further. getting crafty with the hot glue gun and some painted cardboard. this is what i got so far... my closest "go to" friend says yes so far. what are your opinions? Looks better now, but they don't look like they are pointing straight ahead, also I think they would look better if they were a little smaller in height, they look too big in comparison to the bumper imo. You are on the right track tho. :D Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 28, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 i had to weigh the size factor a bit. i didn't want to need more air so i opted to just go bigger from the start. Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted November 28, 2010 Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 I understand, but with 2 you should get plenty of air in that location, and 1 in. less would make the proportions look much better. Have you routed any of the ducting yet? If you have, pics please. :cool: Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 28, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 i am still mowing over different ideas for the ducting. i picked up some round ducting from home depot to start mocking things, though i haven't made it that far yet. Google the Lamborghini Gallardo it has some big ass scoops!! i know, the Duster is no Lambo... its my reasoning for going big. lol Quote Link to comment
zerow Posted November 28, 2010 Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 i am still mowing over different ideas for the ducting. i picked up some round ducting from home depot to start mocking things, though i haven't made it that far yet. Google the Lamborghini Gallardo it has some big ass scoops!! i know, the Duster is no Lambo... its my reasoning for going big. lol Go Big or Go Home...I wouldn't want to have the scoops get lost in the front, either. Proportionally, they are smaller than the bumper, but not overly sized. Run with it. If its so much air that it puts out the fire, then size it down, otherwise go for it. Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 29, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 29, 2010 well great news today! my son and i were BS'ing and decided to set the Head on to see if everything fit. the intake clears the master cylinder with plenty of room. i was worried it was going to hit. Quote Link to comment
SublimeDatsun610 Posted November 29, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 29, 2010 i will be picking up my inter-cooler tomorrow. it is V-mount style for an RX7. Radiator from a 97 Jeep Cherokee 4.0L and remote oil cooler/filter adapters just ordered. Quote Link to comment
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