cockerstar Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 We're all sitting here awaiting that glorious footage! can't wait to see everything run! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daeron Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Good luck, and Godspeed!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh817 Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Well I'm starting to see the end of the line. 4 speed to 5 speed swap complete. Header installed Intake installed. Fuel delivery line converted to 6AN. Injectors installed. Fuel rail installed. Fuel system pressure tested at 125 PSI. All sensors connected and operational (this is starting to sound like a freeking countdown) All I have left to do is install the surge tank and hook up the pressure regulator and then fire it up. Tomorrow should be the day. I'll bring the video camera in with me just in case. Derek You just say what I think you said? Goodluck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daeron Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 yikes... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Posted February 12, 2009 Author Share Posted February 12, 2009 Hey where did you find that picture of me? Man you could tell those chicks really dug me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Posted February 12, 2009 Author Share Posted February 12, 2009 I have to install the bulkhead and then the tank and high pressure filter so I'm missing some clamps. RX7 lift pump into tank with Walbro in tank pump. Ok the welds could be a little better but I haven't done any serious tig welding in a year or more. No leaks though! I made a hybrid fitting for the high pressure side. I took a 6AN elbow and drilled and taped it to 1/4 pipe. This makes for a nice connection in the surge tank. Yes the terminal screws are insulated. Believe it or not it all fits back there. Derek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z-ya Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Sweet. Nice work as usual Derek. Waiting with anticipation..... Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woldson Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Do you really have to make EVERYTHING cool, ghezzzzz....... Anticipating!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pharaohabq Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Oh wow it's tomorrow already. Did you take today off to work on it? I've been waiting long hours for this day. How long has it been since you started? It's very impressive when you think about the amount of work you've actually accomplished. That Surge tank looks awesome, Are you expecting someone to be shooting at it? It looks like it's bulletproof. n your welds, well they're a lot better than mine so don't worry about it. Very nice work as usual. We're all waiting for you to turn the key... Oh, we could see those girls really dug you, you're That Horney Z Guy. Good luck, here's hoping for a smooth startup and operation. I'm sure Daeron didn't mean anything by posting APOLLO 13!!!!?!?! Phar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Posted February 13, 2009 Author Share Posted February 13, 2009 Sorry guys but I just couldn't get everything finished today. Unfortunately I had a appointment and I couldn't stay late. Tomorrow is another day though. Derek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh817 Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 I think we can all wait a couple days more, after all, we waited almost a year now. :] Rushing makes mistakes and crappy work, don't rush! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daeron Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 I'm sure Daeron didn't mean anything by posting APOLLO 13!!!!?!?! Phar Well, it was something of a comparison between our Horny Hero and the methodical, precise, determined work done by the men to get those guys BACK that I had in mind.. plus, Gene Kranz is pretty much my default "mission control" guy in my head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pharaohabq Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 Well, it was something of a comparison between our Horny Hero and the methodical, precise, determined work done by the men to get those guys BACK that I had in mind.. plus, Gene Kranz is pretty much my default "mission control" guy in my head. Hehe, yeah okay I agree, Gene Kranz, is still the face of Nasa even this long after, though you could have said it's about a great bunch of guys who accomplished the impossible. if you think about what they did, they were pretty amazing in all they had to do and time perfectly when all they had were slide rules and nixie tube calculators. Last time I was in FL we went to see Nasa, n there were still some of the old guys who were actually there, for the programs, giving tours. That says something, Either they love Nasa and space, or Nasa has a crappy retirement program. Man, we might have to have Derek's name changed again. I'm liking The Horny Hero better than that Horny Z guy. Well today's another day maybe he'll get it started today. I'm worried about the under manifold heat possibilities, but I think everything else looks great. Are you timing your MS off your same EDIS wheel? Oh, Your surge tank is mounted vertically right?? Horizontal could be bad. I'm an expert at stating the obvious, I know. Phar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Posted February 13, 2009 Author Share Posted February 13, 2009 Sorry for the crappy video and sound. I have to figure it all out. It's running rich as crap and I occurs to me I have no idea what to do next. Here's a data log of where I'm at. I'm going to go out to the shop and play. Derek first run.zip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garvice Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 WOOHOO. Your last goal has been reached "3. It runs". Well done mate, that is an awesome feet. Congrats, sorry I am no help with the tuning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferrariferg Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 :hail: Amazing. I love to see a persons idea become a working reality. I hope you can get it tuned right soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z-ya Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 The sound is amazing.... Your required fuel should be set around 11 if I remember correctly. You are using 280 cc/min injectors, right?. Start by adjusting the VE table. You tuned it before the TBs, right? Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh817 Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 Sounds real good. :] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PanzerAce Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 I need a new pair of pants now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Globerunner513 Posted February 14, 2009 Share Posted February 14, 2009 woo! that sounds incredible. Good luck with the tuning! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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