the "bmccann101s car gets a new look/ watch me suffer bodywork hell" thread
03-06-2024, 11:21 AM
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much appreciated on the kind words.
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Im stil having issues w the TPS Auto set, so i have 2 plans, either keep working on the software to try and get the Nissan pedal sweep dialed in.. or have a braceklt welded to install the GM pedal onto the firewall, using the nissan pedal and stalk.
First start up engine Oil has been added to the dry sump tank, and i added an interrupt switch so the main fuel pumps stay inactive, allowing some cranking over, building oil pressure etc.
My buddy is coming by during spring break week to assist in bleeding brakes, adding and bleeding clutch fluid, and getting the clutch pedal throw and pedal stoppers all set up.
Other than that, it will be time to have him remote in and start doing my ecu set up, first start work.
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Im stil having issues w the TPS Auto set, so i have 2 plans, either keep working on the software to try and get the Nissan pedal sweep dialed in.. or have a braceklt welded to install the GM pedal onto the firewall, using the nissan pedal and stalk.
First start up engine Oil has been added to the dry sump tank, and i added an interrupt switch so the main fuel pumps stay inactive, allowing some cranking over, building oil pressure etc.
My buddy is coming by during spring break week to assist in bleeding brakes, adding and bleeding clutch fluid, and getting the clutch pedal throw and pedal stoppers all set up.
Other than that, it will be time to have him remote in and start doing my ecu set up, first start work.
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03-11-2024, 01:06 PM
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gas pedal issues fixed, some pins were lose in the tb connector.
Nissan pedal is set to the gm tb now...
Clutch fluid in and bled, rjm pedal bracket set up with stoppers for proper throw.
Needs the radiator drain petcock flexible extension plumbed in, water added, and some more fuel..
start time.
Nissan pedal is set to the gm tb now...
Clutch fluid in and bled, rjm pedal bracket set up with stoppers for proper throw.
Needs the radiator drain petcock flexible extension plumbed in, water added, and some more fuel..
start time.
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03-25-2024, 09:02 AM
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welp.... Cant make this kinda sht up.
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Jk. But to those who already follow my social media accounts ..... You already know that my built, forged and finally "fixed" engine popped on the dyno yesterday.
We say popped ....because it was majorly down on power form last time ( 547whp down to 474whp), sprayed coolant out of the rad cap.. And is now makin a very scary rattle noise a bit off the deck idle, 1500-1800 rpms.
Head gasket? Rod bearings?
Quick fix or total rebuild?
Dont know yet as i'm leaving everything as is until i can get someone over to the house to listen briefly and give me a solid opinion before we start tearing down the engine ..yet again.
I had my emotional moment; disbelief.... Then total " of course this would happen" belief.
Can i give up? Lol.. No. I am way too far into this thing.
Can i afford this? Absolutely not .... And im really hoping its caught before anything is too bad to save.
If i have to rebuild, i will most likely part out the nearly brand new turbo and fuel system, and move over to an ls2 with ls# heads and call it a day for now.
My hp will drop in half, but it will be easy to build back up, and will be an engine that can afford me far less headache.
Id much rather keep what i have and fix it and be done however.
I am way past burnt out on wrenching right now, yet it looks like my hand is forced back into it, yet again.
So i will continue to finish the body , finish the carbon door swap, the wrap etc etc..
I will post pics as usual, but know that the car is going nowhere this summer after all.
/ thread.
Jk. But to those who already follow my social media accounts ..... You already know that my built, forged and finally "fixed" engine popped on the dyno yesterday.
We say popped ....because it was majorly down on power form last time ( 547whp down to 474whp), sprayed coolant out of the rad cap.. And is now makin a very scary rattle noise a bit off the deck idle, 1500-1800 rpms.
Head gasket? Rod bearings?
Quick fix or total rebuild?
Dont know yet as i'm leaving everything as is until i can get someone over to the house to listen briefly and give me a solid opinion before we start tearing down the engine ..yet again.
I had my emotional moment; disbelief.... Then total " of course this would happen" belief.
Can i give up? Lol.. No. I am way too far into this thing.
Can i afford this? Absolutely not .... And im really hoping its caught before anything is too bad to save.
If i have to rebuild, i will most likely part out the nearly brand new turbo and fuel system, and move over to an ls2 with ls# heads and call it a day for now.
My hp will drop in half, but it will be easy to build back up, and will be an engine that can afford me far less headache.
Id much rather keep what i have and fix it and be done however.
I am way past burnt out on wrenching right now, yet it looks like my hand is forced back into it, yet again.
So i will continue to finish the body , finish the carbon door swap, the wrap etc etc..
I will post pics as usual, but know that the car is going nowhere this summer after all.
four years, folks.
The stuff in my life ive lost over this stupid car is unfathomable...
On 3/24/24, this last sunday, after several attempts to pull fuel out of the base calibration. And get more than a second of run time..
.. the engine swap grumbled to life and ran on its own.
plenty yet to do, need to vacuum bleed the coolant due to horrific air bubbles and heat issues from a bad fill job.. Clean up the tune and do some street pulls etc...
But yeah.
IT RUNS.
IT IS ALSO WILDY LOUD LOL.. BUT YEAH MAN.... THANKS FOR STICKING AROUND.
GD.. I DID IT.
I WILL OF COURSE POST MORE SOON AND GIVE SOME UPDATED PICS AND VIDEO LINKS.
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03-25-2024, 01:22 PM
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yeah my s class is a constant fight now too, but.. things do need to be replaced w age, its inevitable.. it just sucks when that snowball starts to roll down the hill.. it doesnt stop :/
Yep fours years ago, that was my post .. it has taken me THAT long :/
Yep fours years ago, that was my post .. it has taken me THAT long :/
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