Built Motor Guys...What do u regret? (Chapter 2 of was it worth it)
04-10-2008, 08:39 PM
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There is one thing that I would have done different if I could turn back the hands of time. The first thing I would was to join all the local Z clubs, in a 50mile radius.
But, when I started, I depended on the www/emails/telephones for aftermarket updates and recommendations; the problem with that approach is that you're never certain what you'll find at the end of the road, positive or negative; whether it was going to be a cheap or expensive learning experience (LE)
Once I began joining clubs I realized that I could actually see and feel the mods right in front of me; even tested them. The other benefit is that at clubs meets you can actually get a true sampling of a job well done by x-motorsports; which is the best way to get to know the quality finishing/cost/creativity/time frame.
At meets I would sometimes give away stock parts, for free; seldom charging for them and vice versa; as there was an instant that I gave away my stock LSD after upgrading to the Nismo's.
Preparing the car for drivability, controllability and stopping power before jumping to forced induction.
The LSD, FI, suspension, cross bracing, Rear Camber Arm, wheels, tires, exhaust systems, brake system were some of the best upgrades decisions I made.
I kept my plenum stock all throughout, till this day, and got it polished.
I took the conservative route when I took the FI direction with my factory stock VQ block; while many of my friends were upgrading their engine bolts and increasing factory bolt torque, I did not do a darn thing about the head locks. Case in point, I left the factory bolts and torque as is, because my head gasket was my fail safe device. Granted I blew my head gasket 4 to 5 times, but that was easy and inexpensive to repair; while many of people I know had blocks with windows through them.
But, when I started, I depended on the www/emails/telephones for aftermarket updates and recommendations; the problem with that approach is that you're never certain what you'll find at the end of the road, positive or negative; whether it was going to be a cheap or expensive learning experience (LE)
Once I began joining clubs I realized that I could actually see and feel the mods right in front of me; even tested them. The other benefit is that at clubs meets you can actually get a true sampling of a job well done by x-motorsports; which is the best way to get to know the quality finishing/cost/creativity/time frame.
At meets I would sometimes give away stock parts, for free; seldom charging for them and vice versa; as there was an instant that I gave away my stock LSD after upgrading to the Nismo's.
Preparing the car for drivability, controllability and stopping power before jumping to forced induction.
The LSD, FI, suspension, cross bracing, Rear Camber Arm, wheels, tires, exhaust systems, brake system were some of the best upgrades decisions I made.
I kept my plenum stock all throughout, till this day, and got it polished.
I took the conservative route when I took the FI direction with my factory stock VQ block; while many of my friends were upgrading their engine bolts and increasing factory bolt torque, I did not do a darn thing about the head locks. Case in point, I left the factory bolts and torque as is, because my head gasket was my fail safe device. Granted I blew my head gasket 4 to 5 times, but that was easy and inexpensive to repair; while many of people I know had blocks with windows through them.
04-11-2008, 05:50 AM
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Originally Posted by coachk
Interesting...I've got the JWT C8 cams going in mine with my trusty UTEC. It will be interesting to see if JT can get me a smooth idle. 
I am also running HKS 1000CC injectors now, no more RC.
04-11-2008, 07:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Alberto
I had a smooooth idle with my S1's, RC 750cc, and UTEC
I am also running HKS 1000CC injectors now, no more RC.
I am also running HKS 1000CC injectors now, no more RC.
04-11-2008, 07:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Alberto
Wouldnt know what I have anymore...dont take this OT
i didnt even had the intend to take this OT, after 5 pages i think everybody has a decent idea of what most regret (doing/not doing) after building their engines.....im basically just asking you on your newer setup....i like the fact that youve had the utec all this time with a smooth tune and no major issues with it
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04-11-2008, 08:13 AM
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My car is going to be running some of the new Deathscherks 850cc injectors very soon. I figured these were more cost effective than the HKS's and would give me plenty of fuel to work with for my goals. I believe JT stated that they were high impedance injectors.
04-11-2008, 08:17 AM
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I don't regret anything but the 2 motors I had to go through..
Now all is good, I totally forget the problems I've been through, well worth it in the end. If I could do it all over again I'd definitely do some things different as Alberto stated, back then we just didn't know the limits of certain parts.
This just shows you, no matter how good you do a build you never know what can happened. Things will break when you push the envelope. Want something to run forever? Build a motor tune it for 8psi and you'll have no worries but what's the fun in that?
Now all is good, I totally forget the problems I've been through, well worth it in the end. If I could do it all over again I'd definitely do some things different as Alberto stated, back then we just didn't know the limits of certain parts.
This just shows you, no matter how good you do a build you never know what can happened. Things will break when you push the envelope. Want something to run forever? Build a motor tune it for 8psi and you'll have no worries but what's the fun in that?
04-11-2008, 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by maximumsportZ
I don't regret anything but the 2 motors I had to go through..
Now all is good, I totally forget the problems I've been through, well worth it in the end. If I could do it all over again I'd definitely do some things different as Alberto stated, back then we just didn't know the limits of certain parts.
This just shows you, no matter how good you do a build you never know what can happened. Things will break when you push the envelope. Want something to run forever? Build a motor tune it for 8psi and you'll have no worries but what's the fun in that?
Now all is good, I totally forget the problems I've been through, well worth it in the end. If I could do it all over again I'd definitely do some things different as Alberto stated, back then we just didn't know the limits of certain parts.
This just shows you, no matter how good you do a build you never know what can happened. Things will break when you push the envelope. Want something to run forever? Build a motor tune it for 8psi and you'll have no worries but what's the fun in that?
04-16-2008, 06:45 AM
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Originally Posted by 2004Black350z
Wow so all the **** talkers on here sayin there built and have INSANE
HP these are the only TRUE guys that will dedicate info???
HP these are the only TRUE guys that will dedicate info???
Come on man, some people have spent thousands of dollars to learn things the hard way and you can't fault them for keeping some of their tricks to themselves.
If you want real piece of mind you're going to have to go to a shop and pay them to provide that experience in quality work. There's no such thing as a free lunch in this business, as it seems you've yet to learn.
04-16-2008, 06:47 AM
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Originally Posted by taurran
Come on man, some people have spent thousands of dollars to learn things the hard way and you can't fault them for keeping some of their tricks to themselves.
If you want real piece of mind you're going to have to go to a shop and pay them to provide that experience in quality work. There's no such thing as a free lunch in this business, as it seems you've yet to learn.
HAHA. BTW this was all GREAT info n e ways
04-17-2008, 10:11 PM
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Originally Posted by SpoilsofWar
Too much injector? Or the fact that they're RC's?
Seems like everyone hates RCs, makes me wish I had gone with DW's instead.
Seems like everyone hates RCs, makes me wish I had gone with DW's instead.
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04-18-2008, 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by JAMEZ@CiNcity
I've heard of the DW's failing too ...
...Stillen is good if you just want street legal power, no boost gages, and the tease of car's potential.