hobo2701 Posted April 23, 2013 Author Share Posted April 23, 2013 Ya I wanna switch to all avo but its good to hear a reason I like factual based opinions as opposed to just saying something sucks but again thx for the info from everyone ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattg Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 Yes, I had a bad experience. But what you're doing makes perfect sense. You also got to install the inlet with the manifold off which I'm sure makes all the difference in the world. Play on playa! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copenhagen6123 Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 Haters going to hate. I really like the black alternator and ac compressor! Did you get them painted or powder coated? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuck686 Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 i cant wait for the part out thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobo2701 Posted April 23, 2013 Author Share Posted April 23, 2013 i cant wait for the part out thread That day will never come sorry to crush your dreams Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snow Trooper Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 http://www.vlmspec.com/assets/images/2005lgt/sm-8795.jpg http://www.vlmspec.com/assets/images/2005lgt/sm-8799.jpg http://www.vlmspec.com/assets/images/2005lgt/sm-8794.jpg http://www.vlmspec.com/assets/images/2005lgt/sm-8787.jpg http://www.vlmspec.com/assets/images/2005lgt/sm-8775.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snow Trooper Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 video of the first start got a log if anyone wants it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guzzimutt Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 fantastic! seems like that got done pretty quickly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 video of the first start got a log if anyone wants it post the log, please Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeriyakiBBS Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 I hated my gimmick with a royal passion so I got rid of it eventually. It did the job but it really isnt any better then the stock inlet, I would go with an inlet specific to the legacy like SAMCO, AVO, or even PERRIN. I have a SAMCO inlet now that was made for the 08+ WRX and I love it! Perfect fitment and zero issues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobo2701 Posted April 24, 2013 Author Share Posted April 24, 2013 I hated my gimmick with a royal passion so I got rid of it eventually. It did the job but it really isnt any better then the stock inlet, I would go with an inlet specific to the legacy like SAMCO, AVO, or even PERRIN. I have a SAMCO inlet now that was made for the 08+ WRX and I love it! Perfect fitment and zero issues Seems to fit good as of now. I'm sure it was only possible because we removed the intake manifold first but i can see how it would be a giant pain without removing the manifold. But i would like to someday maybe make all silicon connections one brand but thats not very high on the to do list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobo2701 Posted April 24, 2013 Author Share Posted April 24, 2013 Plus it's not a stock turbo either .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobo2701 Posted April 24, 2013 Author Share Posted April 24, 2013 Cosworth bottom end is like glass soooo smooth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snow Trooper Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 I want to eventually fabricate a cool inlet for him. We had to jump through hoops because of the inlet, intake manifold and time. In the end though its all good. We will see how it does up here at 6000 feet, if I can break 400whp with it then it meets our goals. If it collapses it gets ripped out. Thanks for the input though, this is the first gimmick intake I have messed with. Here are those logs. First one is the startup, second is the first boost it saw about 40 minutes later after a heat cycle. 20130423_211504.csv 20130423_220301.csv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattg Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 That inlet isn't going to collapse or rip. It's just a bitch to install because it doesn't have the jog bend on the turbo end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copenhagen6123 Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 Glad to see you got it installed and running ok! Cant wait to see the dyno numbers. I'll ask again but how did you do the alternator and ac pump black? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobo2701 Posted April 24, 2013 Author Share Posted April 24, 2013 Glad to see you got it installed and running ok! Cant wait to see the dyno numbers. I'll ask again but how did you do the alternator and ac pump black? My friend is just very good at the small things not sure what his method was Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobo2701 Posted April 25, 2013 Author Share Posted April 25, 2013 Ohlins are amazing! Sucks up every bump but still stays firm. No sudden jolts or harsh ride and incredibly easy to adjust ride height. The threads on everything are like butter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DOHCstunr Posted April 25, 2013 Share Posted April 25, 2013 Only thing I would have changed is that POS inlet. Gimmick next to Cosworth makes me want to vomit. Yeah... it looks a bit rediculous. If nothing else just wrap the inlet skillfully in heavy vinyl electrical tape and hide the Gimmick completely. I think if you had a black inlet, compressor outlet coupler and black coolant hoses this engine bay would look phenominally better. However I would also say that having this engine/suspension build going through a 5 speed is analogous with having a red pos Gimmick inlet on a black cosworth motor. Ducking sick ride though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobo2701 Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 Yeah... it looks a bit rediculous. If nothing else just wrap the inlet skillfully in heavy vinyl electrical tape and hide the Gimmick completely. I think if you had a black inlet, compressor outlet coupler and black coolant hoses this engine bay would look phenominally better. However I would also say that having this engine/suspension build going through a 5 speed is analogous with having a red pos Gimmick inlet on a black cosworth motor. Ducking sick ride though. thanks! kinda low on the funds and all the inlets and couplers came with the car so i kinda focused on other areas but someday will get around to all the little stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snow Trooper Posted April 26, 2013 Share Posted April 26, 2013 Did some long 4th and 5th gear pulls up the grades to Donner Summit today. At 20 psi the car is very strong. http://www.vlmspec.com/assets/images/2005lgt/sm-8844.jpg http://www.vlmspec.com/assets/images/2005lgt/sm-8834.jpg http://www.vlmspec.com/assets/images/2005lgt/sm-8819.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guzzimutt Posted April 26, 2013 Share Posted April 26, 2013 Any idea what kind of hp your making? I'm curious about your clutch decision, the Clutchmasters fx350 clutch/flywheel. I need to pull the trigger on a new clutch asap and I'm around 380hp... beautiful ride! btw did your shortblock come from Cosworth in a cool plastic box? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobo2701 Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 Came in a cardboard box inside of another cardboard box with this super dense packing foam formed perfectly around each section not sure on the specs of the clutchmasters but its the heaviest solid non segmented plate they make and it's very comfortable on the street and we are guessing around 450 crank hp based on weight x time x distance but won't know for sure till dyno day in a few weeks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.Catalyst. Posted April 26, 2013 Share Posted April 26, 2013 I'm thrilled with my new CM FX350. Glad to hear it's holding that kind of power well! It's got super street friendly pedal feel, and I had a feeling it would hold any future power goals I have. I'll be watching to see the numbers you put down and how it holds up My spec.B [#163] Project Thread with Pictures Get CryoTuned! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trhull Posted April 26, 2013 Share Posted April 26, 2013 Congratulations getting your car on the street. Looks awesome, pretty much exactly how I would want my wagon to look if I had one. Nice to see you made the go bits as nice / nicer than the show bits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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