RB26powered74zcar Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 I think its got a nice stance to it..... I don't get the rear plate... Z06? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underground Posted January 14, 2008 Author Share Posted January 14, 2008 When I sold my Z06, I transferred the plate onto the 240SX, as I decided to start street driving it. (Was being used as a showcar for BFG Tire Co.) I usually pull the plate off for shows, etc but somebody snapped this photo as soon as I arrived. (I found it online and uploaded it into my Photobucket.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustinOlson Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 How did the new turbo work out for you? Justin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Careless Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 The whole car used to be carbon fiber two-tone, but then I ordered a Cwest Full Body Kit to change the look of the car. (Had been shot for a few magazines, and I wanted to update the look to get back into more magazines for 2007.) Well, the container showed up and the rear bumper was missing. I ended up keeping the carbon rear, and decided to eventually paint it. that sucks that it didn't show up. especially when the car looks like it's been planned well and was probably done to look a certain way with certain parts. Painting the CF is an option but then it loses its value, I guess. In regards to the wheels, what's the issue? They are 18x10 with a 295/35/18 tire. On a 240SX with a factory 6.5" (205/55/16) wide wheel, there is going to be some overhang. I figured since the wheels were sticking out it would cause a collision issue when the suspension was loaded. Now I'm wondering why there isn't a wide-body on this beast's butt. How did the new turbo work out for you? Justin yeah, did you hit the 1000 or 1200 hp on c-16 with the new snail? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underground Posted January 15, 2008 Author Share Posted January 15, 2008 Here's the latest update, the car is finished with the Borg Warner 74mm Single Turbo, and the new 4" Downpipe and Exhaust. The turbo back exhaust is straight 4” piping broken into three pieces via V-bands. Photos are posted below. This thing sounds absolutely wicked, and we are putting together a dyno video to post up. I want to thank Matchless Performance in Addison, TX for the piping work, as it came out flawless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Careless Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 man that exhaust just squeezed by that steering shackle. can't wait to hear this thing with that purrdy exhaust. =) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underground Posted February 5, 2008 Author Share Posted February 5, 2008 Update: Went back to the dyno this weekend with new fuel pumps, and ran into our next problem, maxing out the 1000cc injectors at 624whp/442tq. 1600cc injectors are being installed this week, and we'll head back to the dyno for round three, haha. The E85 really requires big injectors, and I never imagined we would max out the fuel system this quickly. Im guessing we're going to end up with a Weldon Race pump, as the dual walbro's are really struggling to keep up. Enjoy the Vid! http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=4416974422287815456&hl=en Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetleaf Posted February 5, 2008 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Sounds healthy, waiting to see the next round with bigger injectors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Careless Posted February 5, 2008 Share Posted February 5, 2008 MetallicA fan, sweet Sounds like a beast. What's the target hp on E85? 1000? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willens Posted February 5, 2008 Share Posted February 5, 2008 This is a stellar project. Makes me wish I had recently left OKC! haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underground Posted February 5, 2008 Author Share Posted February 5, 2008 MetallicA fan, sweet Sounds like a beast. What's the target hp on E85? 1000? 800whp on E85, 1000whp on C16 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BirdmanZ Posted February 5, 2008 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Any chance you can post a dyno plot? I'd love to see when that turbo comes to life. Thanks Brandon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underground Posted February 20, 2008 Author Share Posted February 20, 2008 Update: Wanted to welcome Deatsch Werks to the list of corporate sponsors on the project car. We went back to the dyno this past weekend with a set of 1600cc DW Injectors, and they performed flawlessly. The car now has plenty of injector for the current setup. With that being said, the day didn’t end up as we hoped. We maxed out the dual Walbro 255 lph fuel pumps @20 PSI on E85. The car made just over 650whp before we had to call it a day. I made a call to my friends over at MagnaFuel this afternoon, and they suggested their street friendly, Inline Protuner Series Fuel Pumps. The particular model they suggested is MP-4303 rated at 2000HP in N/A Applications using gasoline. (good for around 1300 HP on E85). What’s unique about their race pumps is they are E85 compatible, rebuildable, and they don’t require a fuel controller like the Weldon’s. (And various other brands of “race†pumps.) This is a significant cost savings, and makes this pump is fairly “bolt-on†affair in a car with an aftermarket fuel system already installed. The new fuel pump will be installed in the next two weeks, and I will write a review for those that may be interested in our findings. We knew three weeks ago the 1000cc injectors and dual walbros were not going to get us to our goal, but I wanted to see how far they could be pushed on the E85….as I know many on here are debating switching over in their own vehicles. Here’s the latest dyno video, notice the fuel pressure gauge video at the end: Underground Motorsports Demo Car1998 RB26DET 240SXMaxing out the dual Walbro 255lph Fuel Pumps at 650whp@20 PSI.Borg Warner S374 Turbo, 1600cc Injectors, E85 Pump Fuel, AEM ECU, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stony Posted February 20, 2008 Share Posted February 20, 2008 Just curious... with the fuels system you had in it why are you using e-85... seems like you could have reached your goal using race fuel pretty easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triple B Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 Just curious... with the fuels system you had in it why are you using e-85... seems like you could have reached your goal using race fuel pretty easy. i am curious to? why E85? i have a friend with an EVO 9 that was tuned by tim switzer of switzer performance in ohio to run on E85 and it puts down 450hp at the wheels. could be makin more power not running the E85. is it just a see if it can be kinda done thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BirdmanZ Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 E85 has it's advantages, not only is it higher octane than regular gasoline but it is cheaper. Sounds like a winning combination to me. If we had E85 pumps here in Maryland I would definitely be running my car on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stony Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 How much is e85 per gallon??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PanzerAce Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 E85 has it's advantages, not only is it higher octane than regular gasoline but it is cheaper. Sounds like a winning combination to me. If we had E85 pumps here in Maryland I would definitely be running my car on it. On the other hand, it has less PE than Gasoline, so you aren't going to get the milage you would get with regular gas. (Not that it matters much the way most of us drive). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BirdmanZ Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 For some prices around the country you can go here. http://e85prices.com/ That is true Panzer. Your fuel mileage will suffer because ethanol's stoichiometric ratio is closer to 9:1 if I remember correctly. Not a big worry for me as far as the Z goes. Brandon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underground Posted February 21, 2008 Author Share Posted February 21, 2008 It sells here for around $2.50/gallon....Factory in another 30% for fuel efficiency, and we are still around $3/gallon... Much cheaper than the $12+/gallon I'm having to pay for C16 in Oklahoma. That's my reason for using E85. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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