destruck Posted May 4, 2014 Share Posted May 4, 2014 Ah, progress! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJA S30 Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 Hi guys, thought I would chime in on this thread. I'm also in the middle of a 1jzvvti/240z build. So far the engine & trans are in. Tell you what, that engine fits like a glove. So, the next step is wiring. I have a lot of skills, but wiring I have some trouble with. I live in the Chula Vista are, maybe we could do a 'Z' night and compare notes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted May 7, 2014 Author Share Posted May 7, 2014 De struck. yes, trans mount got made yesterday and today. it's kind of ugly but it does its job. I would be down but I don't have any notes to speak of, just a minor vvt wiring guide that I'm playing with. We will find out if it's enough soon I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted May 9, 2014 Author Share Posted May 9, 2014 I got some work done today -Driveshaft measured and is currently being made at my driveshaft shop, unfortunately the stock driveshaft wasn't long enough to donate it's tubing and the stock celica driveshaft had a staked in u joint so I had to just buy a new slip yoke, but it's all sorted -I got my intercooler mounted up, it's got 3 mounts and is very sturdy -started on my ic pipes, got the cold sie pipe tacked together, up next is the hot side and the Inlet and then I can get everything finish welded Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted May 9, 2014 Author Share Posted May 9, 2014 Here are the pics that it wouldn't let me attach on my phone. Also, something worth noting, the upper radiator hose off the 1j is damn near a perfect fit, but about an inch too short on the radiator side, Lower needs some modification because the fan is incredibly close to the lower outlet... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted May 12, 2014 Author Share Posted May 12, 2014 (edited) I got my hot side pipe tacked and mocked up. my 90* coupler for the Inlet should be here tomorrow, and then I'll mount my filter and maf and get my intake made and I can get everything welded up I also modded the outlet of my radiator to point straight backwards instead of turning up. It would have contacted the fan the way it was so it will work much better this way. I got my radiator hoses sorted as well. This week I thi k I will tackle the wiring debacle and figure out what to do for my heater. Edited May 12, 2014 by Fuzzydicerule Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcurtis Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 (edited) I have this motor in my RX7. You're going to have fun. Edited May 16, 2014 by Jcurtis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted May 17, 2014 Author Share Posted May 17, 2014 Good to hear. I can't wait to get it going. I've been out of boost for too long... out of curiosity. are you running an aftermarket single or did you just delete your intake plenum on the turbo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted May 27, 2014 Author Share Posted May 27, 2014 Minor update -today I pulled the fuel tank and vapor system, basically going to be consolidating the vapor system and deleting the vapor tank, as well as taking the time to install my lift pump back there. -I decided to purchase a new wiring harness, so that project will get tackled here soon. I dunno. Shit will happen as I get to it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted May 28, 2014 Author Share Posted May 28, 2014 Well, i have managed to finish off the rest of my money... i didnt manage to get alot done today, but i did do some fancy noise making. -i picked up my new driveshaft. Unfortunately it actually needed about 1" more tube than the old driveshaft had, but it still didnt end up costing me all that much. -its a new spicer front slip yoke, meant for a 1310 spicer ujoint, a 1310 yoke for a 2.5" tube,and the stock rear u joint which was in good shape. As you can guess, thats been installed, the drivetrain will probably get pulled before it is needed, but why the hell not. I also decided to ruin my MkIII shifter Basically, i cut it up, and added 3" of material (which cost all of 4 dollars at my metal supply shop) I still have to extend the actual shifter arm, however, that will probably happen tomorrow. and this is why i did it. the currently installed shifter is a mk2 shifter, the standard mkIII housing is about 2.5 inches back from that as it was, and ive extended it by another 3 inches Should keep my fist out of my dashboard =) Anywho, basic plan for tomorrow is going to be getting the shift rod extended, and hoping it still works, luckily i have a spare trans to ensure that it functions. followed by removing the dashboard and most of the wiring, and if ive got the time and money, ill get the vent lines for the tank sorted and get that bitch reinstalled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyle319 Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 Looks like a fun build! Im thinking about the 1/2jz route as well. The 2jzge "na-t" caught my eye but after going through multiple junkyards here I'm getting discouraged as I haven't found a single motor or trans... looks like a pretty straight forward swap though. Should make an easy 350-400whp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted May 28, 2014 Author Share Posted May 28, 2014 Somewhere in there, I'm excited, it should be fun GE motors are common here but it ended up being cheaper to pick up the 1j, I'm not a big fan of the way the na motors look either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted June 1, 2014 Author Share Posted June 1, 2014 got some more crap done today, and as usual I didn't take any pics -mmounted my lift pump to my rear suspension upright, and got all the inlet lines run to that -pulled the dash to prepare for wiring nightmares -replaced all my heater lines under there to get rid of a leak I had -Cut a big ass hole in a strange spot to run my engine wiring through -got my throttle pedal about 75% sorted, turns out my hood pin standoff had a perfectly placed hole and I can use my stock quadrant with the cable. I just need to modify it a bit more to get a good pedal height and full range of motion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted June 25, 2014 Author Share Posted June 25, 2014 More text today, I've been lagging on this project due to working full time again and having other shit to do, I'm now waiting on a set of speedhut gauges I bought to arrive so I can finish wiring the car up anywho on to progress I decided to spend some money, there was an 08 Sti diff, helical lsd with only 8k miles for sale locally for a long time. He finally dropped his price to an affordable level, and I ended up getting it for 250 bucks! Unfortunately I then had to spend 350 on stub shafts to use my stock axles, but it fits like a glove. it's installed and pretty and ready to go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted June 25, 2014 Author Share Posted June 25, 2014 (edited) double post, woot woot Edited June 25, 2014 by Fuzzydicerule Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted October 13, 2014 Author Share Posted October 13, 2014 5 Month bump, for shits Almost nothing has gotten done in the last few months, I got some minor wiring projects done, mostly just got the fuse box mounted and wired the column controls. I have been away for school via my job, so i havent been able to do anything to the car, besides dream and get myself psyched up to get it running. I go home this weekend, and my goal is to get it running solid before i come back up for school again in january Anyway, i decided that i was unhappy with the cheap ass connectors that i bought, so i spent way too much money and bought a set of DEUTSCH DT weatherproof connectors with a tol as seen here http://www.amazon.com/Deutsch-Connector-Kit-451-With-Crimp/dp/B006QMKPV0/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1413164715&sr=8-8&keywords=deutsch+DT+connectors I got a 300 piece kit for 100 bucks less, still is an asston of money though... I work for caterpillar, and ive seen these connectors used, and the way they work, how easy they are to pull apart, and how well the crimp tool works made it a nobrainer for me to spend the dough and pony up for the kit. Should make for a much nicer install then the cheapo split crimp disconnects i got. Anyway heres a short list of the things that i can remember that i need to do on the car -Finish wiring, Basically everything in the dash, all the front and rear lights and the alternator, battery, ETC. Luckily the column controls and the ECU are almost entirely wired, so ive at least got a start. -Once the wiring is finished, Remove the motor -Minor refinish of the engine bay, basic smoothing and paint. -Finish the motor mounts, if im feeling insane i may redo them, as im planning on getting a better TIG/Stick welder combo, and im not 100% satisfied with the quality of the MIG welds on my current mounts, or the design for that matter. Same with the trans mount, which is ugly as sin. -FInish up lines for the motor, mostly just sorting out heater hoses, -Run fuel lines, IM currently debating whether or not to keep the High presure pump behind the passengers tire, or to move the surge tank and HP pump to the spare tire well to cut down on the fuel lines at the front of the engine... Its something i will have to debate before i get back home. I think if i do that, i will probably build a custom surge tank with an in-tank pump, or maybe even modify my gas tank to be in-tank to cut down on the clutter... -Disassemble the trans, and swap it to my modified shifter, which i may cut apart to ensure that the welds on the extension are up to par. -Fix the gaping chasm of a trans hole that i had to butcher together. -Reinstall the motor, get it running, and ruin my tires... Overall theres not too much work left to get this thing running, my only problem will be finding the time to work on it, however if i can get my other project sold, the Z can get the garage space and it will be much easier to work on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Merrill Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 (edited) Very nice! Subscribing! Edited October 14, 2014 by Ryan Merrill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted October 14, 2014 Author Share Posted October 14, 2014 Thanks man, Hoping to kick my ass into gear and make up for some lost time when i get home this weekend, but knowing my luck those deutsch connectors wont be here until i start work again on monday... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzydicerule Posted October 14, 2014 Author Share Posted October 14, 2014 Also, i had an urge to do a RHD swap, dont know why and its not going to happen, lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSaturnV Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 Just found this, great thread. FWIW, I had an '85 Supra and that 5sp/straight Toyota 6 is one of the most enjoyable, smoothest drivetrains I've owned. I'll be interested to get your take once you get this baby rollin'. Sidenote: I traded that Supra straight across for a black and gold '83 Turbo ZX....the dealership thought I was nuts. Once these Zs get in your head, it's on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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