Finally Building The Engine
Ok everyone I've been talking about it for awhile now but I am finally in a position to get some work done to my car. I already have a set of CX Racing 139.5mm rods to go in, I will be essentially...
View ArticleRn Swap Won't Start.......
Just as I had fully expected, no start. I have fuel pressure @ the rail, polarity was reversed due to early SM flywheel swap, no spark. Put an ignition tester on cylinder 1 no fire, checked @ the...
View ArticleWhat's Your T5 Exhaust Setups?
I slapped on my obx downpipe and that's all I'm running until my flowmaster high flow cat gets here. What are you guys running on your T5 setups that sound nice at cruising and mean at WOT?
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X70 Door Panel Fix
When I was selling parts from my other car, several people were looking for door panels because the flap that holds it in place was loose. With my panel off for an extended period of time (dreaded...
View ArticleHow To Install Na Cams?
Hello all! If I understood correctly i must install NA cams with volvo tools at the same position like turbo cams? after that i must take IPD tool and set intake cam at -4 degrees? Am i right? I want...
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Upgrading To A 19T And None Too Soon, Headgasket Also...
I'm now well over 100K miles on my current build, and had developed what I thought was a RMS leak, (can't recall if it was OEM or not), as well as several others that are a bit elusive. In addition the...
View ArticleR Mani + 3" Dp - Should I?
I already have some mods (see my signature) and I'll be turning up boost and fine tuning myself the car in the next weeks/months. At the moment with all the mods I have and running only 14/15psi I'm...
View ArticleNa Throttle Body. What Hose
What hose are you guys using for the larger throttle NA body. Or are you guys stretching the silicone? I searched but didnt find any specifics.
View ArticleGt28 Or 20G?
I'm about to make a huge upgrade to my car, i've been seeing the options that i have and it seems that everyone use this 20G turbos, but i'm not seeing people talking about that well known GT28 and...
View ArticleAdded 3" Exhaust; Boost Went Through The Roof!
I'm not used to having the factory boost control, but I figured I would leave it alone on this car until it started causing problems. That sure didn't take long...Lol! Car has a stock ECU and no...
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Rn Engine Cover On 98 Motor
Well Ive wanted to do this for a while. Picked up a set of RN motor covers from the junkyard and wanted to see if i could make them fit. Well, first off. This is my first attempt, and I really didnt...
View ArticleEnem Y21 Cams Install Issue
So, the engine builder called and said the ENEM Cams seem to be mismarked for timing. They said "The markings on the end plate are 180Deg off". Anyone had this issue with the ENEM Cams? I can't find...
View ArticleClip Turbine Wheel?
I'm looking into getting my 16t turbo rebuilt and maybe having some upgrades done at the same time, such as a billet compressor wheel and switch to angled flange exhaust housing. One turbo rebuilder...
View ArticleLogging Ignition Timing And Ltft - What Is Normal?
Hi I am looking at modifying the ECU in my car, but want to make sure that it is all running well prior to changing anything. I have therefore started logging a couple of things to make sure. A...
View ArticleWindow Tint Suggestions And Trim Repair
ok i have a 00'VR and i desperately need to get these horrible faded purple looking tints off it and have them re done. just trying to get a feel for what i should do, i want to do all of the rear...
View ArticleDiy: Leather Cleaning (Video)
Video tutorial on how to clean and condition your leather seats. Taking care of your leather will help prevent it from excessively wearing out or cracking over time. When cleaning the leather, you...
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850 Xenon Projector Retrofit Thread
Haven't posted at VS in a while. Been busy with an E36 project. Anyway, thought this little projector might be worth sharing with y'all: my wife drives our 1995 850 and I've been bit by the headlight...
View ArticleNew Clutch - Should I Resurface Original Flywheel?
looks like ill be needing a new clutch as I pulled the engine tonight to take off the tranny. clutch looks old and almost worn out. should i get the flywheel resurfaced or buy a new one at $300+?...
View ArticleProblem With Mbc
I have 850R automatic with BSR stage 1 tune and AC-delco bcs, other is standard, boost is about 12psi (steady as rock) and I want to raise the boost a little to about 15psi, so installed mbc (cheap...
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