Max's vert thread.

Phoenix7 · 10-26-2008, 06:48 PM

damn, good job man....keep it up. Sorry I can't help with the wires...That thing is almost done, you're gonna need that cylinder soon!

Max777 · 10-26-2008, 06:58 PM

Thanks Phoenix, I'm lucky to have understanding parents and a spot in the garage to work on my car and store my tools, it's gonna suck having to move out after I'm done with college, but oh well!

Phoenix7 · 10-26-2008, 07:04 PM

haha, yeah, at least the car won't give you problems. Don't' forget to save.

Max777 · 10-26-2008, 11:26 PM

Update:

Ok, so today, I replaced the fuel hoses in the back of the car, and noticed that my tank looks really clean! That is great because it means I dont have to take it out and do the whole muratic acid thing with it like I thought I might. I hooked up the last few random nuts and bolts, installed the battery, changed rear differential fluid, and filled oil. The car cranked over really well, even through the battery was a little low on voltage.

I filled the fuel tank, and coolant, put the fuse back in, and tried to start it... no go, but it felt like it was at catching a bit. I dunno why I thought it would help, but I decided to adjust the clutch pedal, and after that, with the clutch all the way to the floor, it STARTED! Holy shit, I was SO exited!!!

The car idled at about 2000 rpm, and seemed to hesitate a bit when I revved it up, but I DID forget to hook up one of the grounds on the engine harness, so maybe that's why?

BTW: Damn, with an open header, a rotary is LOUD!!! I couldn't let the car warm up all the way, because it was like, 9:30 in a residential area, and my mom wanted me to stop making all that racket!

Anyway, I'm gonna hook up a muffer to the header tomorrow, bolt up that gound, and adjust some stuff to make it run better, as well as check the compression just for good measure.

At this point, all I need are brakes, and exhaust, and to weld up the holes in the floor that were left from rust removal...

After that, it's FUN TIME!

djmtsu · 10-27-2008, 07:10 AM

Don't forget you said you would come to DGRR 2009! April is going to creep up fast!

Max777 · 10-27-2008, 08:12 AM

Well, hopefully I will!

I am hoping that my engine stays together right now and doesnt blow up or overheat. I have a few bugs to sort out right now, and some more parts to buy, but it's coming together nicely!

My temp exhaust, lol:

Max777 · 11-15-2008, 02:41 AM

ok, so I just got:

steering wheel hub
replacement throttlebody
front rotors
rear rotors
Hawk HPS pads all around
MMR shifter bushing (the hard to find one)
Pass. side front caliper
Broadway 270mm wide view mirror
Stereo install kit and hookup.

Will mess with my car on saturday after work to see if the new TB will help it run better.

Peace.

Some pics:

Max777 · 01-18-2009, 03:01 PM

Wow, havent updated this in a while!

Ok, so far the brake system is all done, I ordered the OMP delete kit from Banzai, and an EDIT: RTEK 1.0 chip. (I am getting the stage 2 instead) I also just bought an HKS Silent Hi-Power exhaust, and am looking for an RB presilencer.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...3AIT&viewitem=

I decided on the OMP delete to simplify the car a bit, and because I am going to be premixing regardless. I also ripped the intake back apart. I got some All-Data pages from school, and am going to redo some stuff a bit when the weather gets warmer.

Man, this is like, the most irratating part of the build... the car is almost done, yet there's so much shit left to do.

EDIT: I recently scored a set of S5 front turn signals btw, took me long enough, lol!

Max777 · 01-21-2009, 04:42 PM

Here's a pic of the HKS exhaust, OMP blockoff kit, and my current daily driver!

also got some wheels for drift days:

Those are 16x8 Meshies I got off a friend for $75 a pair.

Cool shot of the car:

Max777 · 01-26-2009, 11:02 PM

Update: Ok, I now scored an RTEK 2.0 N/A ECU. It should be here within the week!

I also found a great deal on this kit:

Koyo-R radiator
Samco hoses
Electric fan w/ relay and etc.
Aluminum Radiator panel

I can get all this for $350 shipped, and I already put down $50 as a deposit! Right now, I'm just happy as hell that I've been finding these killer deals on parts and what not. Shows that you really CAN if you poke around enough!

need RX7 · 01-29-2009, 12:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Max777

Update: Ok, I now scored an RTEK 2.0 N/A ECU. It should be here within the week!

Sweet. I've been considering getting one for my car once it's roadworthy again, be sure to let us know how you like it.

Whizbang · 01-29-2009, 06:52 PM

so how is a high horse vert? My stock one at 6700 feet is a bit lack luster.

Max777 · 01-31-2009, 07:57 PM

Well, I havent driven it.... I did a shit job re-wrapping my wiring harness, so while I'm waiting on some money for a pda and hotlink cable, I'm gonna redo it. So far I removed all the emissions and other connectors I no longer need. I havent had much time to work on it lately....

anyway, once I get the car all done, I'm going to Ludwig Motorsports to get the car tuned.

Whizbang · 02-02-2009, 05:42 PM

ah well i stay tuned on the issue.

First thing i need to do is ditch my 3.9 final drive. Damn s4s.

Max777 · 02-02-2009, 11:41 PM

So, here are some pics!

The RTEK:

and a shirt from my friend's clothing company, AKC: http://www.aklothingco.com/wp/

10-26-2008, 06:58 PM	#47
Max777 Pirate Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central IL iTrader: (5) Posts: 1,323 Rep Power: 18	Thanks Phoenix, I'm lucky to have understanding parents and a spot in the garage to work on my car and store my tools, it's gonna suck having to move out after I'm done with college, but oh well! __________________ Rotaries:They are NOT that complicated!

10-26-2008, 11:26 PM	#49
Max777 Pirate Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central IL iTrader: (5) Posts: 1,323 Rep Power: 18	Update: Ok, so today, I replaced the fuel hoses in the back of the car, and noticed that my tank looks really clean! That is great because it means I dont have to take it out and do the whole muratic acid thing with it like I thought I might. I hooked up the last few random nuts and bolts, installed the battery, changed rear differential fluid, and filled oil. The car cranked over really well, even through the battery was a little low on voltage. I filled the fuel tank, and coolant, put the fuse back in, and tried to start it... no go, but it felt like it was at catching a bit. I dunno why I thought it would help, but I decided to adjust the clutch pedal, and after that, with the clutch all the way to the floor, it STARTED! Holy shit, I was SO exited!!! The car idled at about 2000 rpm, and seemed to hesitate a bit when I revved it up, but I DID forget to hook up one of the grounds on the engine harness, so maybe that's why? BTW: Damn, with an open header, a rotary is LOUD!!! I couldn't let the car warm up all the way, because it was like, 9:30 in a residential area, and my mom wanted me to stop making all that racket! Anyway, I'm gonna hook up a muffer to the header tomorrow, bolt up that gound, and adjust some stuff to make it run better, as well as check the compression just for good measure. At this point, all I need are brakes, and exhaust, and to weld up the holes in the floor that were left from rust removal... After that, it's FUN TIME! __________________ Rotaries:They are NOT that complicated!

10-27-2008, 07:10 AM	#50
djmtsu My minds tellin' me no... Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Murfreesboro, TN iTrader: (10) Posts: 4,043 Rep Power: 21	Don't forget you said you would come to DGRR 2009! April is going to creep up fast! __________________ 1976 Mazda Cosmo RX-5 1976 Mazda Cosmo RX-5 2003 Toyota Tundra TRD 2015 Toyota 4Runner SR5

10-27-2008, 08:12 AM	#51
Max777 Pirate Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central IL iTrader: (5) Posts: 1,323 Rep Power: 18	Well, hopefully I will! I am hoping that my engine stays together right now and doesnt blow up or overheat. I have a few bugs to sort out right now, and some more parts to buy, but it's coming together nicely! My temp exhaust, lol: __________________ Rotaries:They are NOT that complicated! Last edited by Max777; 01-26-2009 at 11:06 PM..

11-15-2008, 02:41 AM	#52
Max777 Pirate Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central IL iTrader: (5) Posts: 1,323 Rep Power: 18	ok, so I just got: steering wheel hub replacement throttlebody front rotors rear rotors Hawk HPS pads all around MMR shifter bushing (the hard to find one) Pass. side front caliper Broadway 270mm wide view mirror Stereo install kit and hookup. Will mess with my car on saturday after work to see if the new TB will help it run better. Peace. Some pics: __________________ Rotaries:They are NOT that complicated! Last edited by Max777; 01-26-2009 at 11:07 PM..

01-21-2009, 04:42 PM	#54
Max777 Pirate Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central IL iTrader: (5) Posts: 1,323 Rep Power: 18	Here's a pic of the HKS exhaust, OMP blockoff kit, and my current daily driver! also got some wheels for drift days: Those are 16x8 Meshies I got off a friend for $75 a pair. Cool shot of the car: __________________ Rotaries:They are NOT that complicated! Last edited by Max777; 01-22-2009 at 02:09 AM..

01-26-2009, 11:02 PM	#55
Max777 Pirate Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central IL iTrader: (5) Posts: 1,323 Rep Power: 18	Update: Ok, I now scored an RTEK 2.0 N/A ECU. It should be here within the week! I also found a great deal on this kit: Koyo-R radiator Samco hoses Electric fan w/ relay and etc. Aluminum Radiator panel I can get all this for $350 shipped, and I already put down $50 as a deposit! Right now, I'm just happy as hell that I've been finding these killer deals on parts and what not. Shows that you really CAN if you poke around enough! __________________ Rotaries:They are NOT that complicated!

01-29-2009, 06:52 PM	#57
Whizbang Respecognize! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Δx = ħ/2Δp iTrader: (5) Posts: 3,190 Rep Power: 20	so how is a high horse vert? My stock one at 6700 feet is a bit lack luster. __________________ For current updates and event coverage check out Follow on Twitter! @WhizbangRally Whizbang Rally's Webpage \| Facebook

01-31-2009, 07:57 PM	#58
Max777 Pirate Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central IL iTrader: (5) Posts: 1,323 Rep Power: 18	Well, I havent driven it.... I did a shit job re-wrapping my wiring harness, so while I'm waiting on some money for a pda and hotlink cable, I'm gonna redo it. So far I removed all the emissions and other connectors I no longer need. I havent had much time to work on it lately.... anyway, once I get the car all done, I'm going to Ludwig Motorsports to get the car tuned. __________________ Rotaries:They are NOT that complicated!

02-02-2009, 05:42 PM	#59
Whizbang Respecognize! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Δx = ħ/2Δp iTrader: (5) Posts: 3,190 Rep Power: 20	ah well i stay tuned on the issue. First thing i need to do is ditch my 3.9 final drive. Damn s4s. __________________ For current updates and event coverage check out Follow on Twitter! @WhizbangRally Whizbang Rally's Webpage \| Facebook

02-02-2009, 11:41 PM	#60
Max777 Pirate Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central IL iTrader: (5) Posts: 1,323 Rep Power: 18	So, here are some pics! The RTEK: and a shirt from my friend's clothing company, AKC: http://www.aklothingco.com/wp/ __________________ Rotaries:They are NOT that complicated!