Box

#811

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QUOTE (bsamps4 @ Apr 14, 2014 - 3:42 PM)

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QUOTE (Tigawoods @ Apr 14, 2014 - 3:29 PM)

>he is soooo sleeping in that picture

I can't stand doing head work. I wanted to fall asleep too.

Head work is only fun when you're the one receiving it.

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2001 Miata LS 5-speed

Ted95

#812

Valve train looks great Ben! How much of a pain was it to remove the manifold with the engine in the car?

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st205 powered ss3 coupe

bsamps4

#813

It really isn't too bad, but you do have to crawl under and crane your neck to get to the bottom bolts. My car also had the anti-lag solenoids in the way since it is a wrc. I'd image that this process is probably easier on non-wrc engines.

Despite a similar design, the 4th gen manifold was incredibly easy to install. I didn't have to get under the car at all to tighten up the bolts, and the amount of clearance that I now have
is amazing. I am going to have to modify my fuel return line to make it fit, and work on some tricky electronics to get everything else to work properly, but I'd say so far it seems like a good investment.

bsamps4

#814

Got a little more done...Now I just have to send the pieces back to ATS for them to rework the fabrication.




And then a picture with the 4th gen manifold on. There is a lot of work left to do to adapt it...hope it's all worth it in the end.

Box

#815

Even if it's not, you'll pretend it is just to justify doing it. Looks like you're getting really close to finishing it, or at least to where you can drive it.

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2001 Miata LS 5-speed

Keiri

#816

Any new updates, good sir?

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Has no more Celicas

bsamps4

#817

Nothing yet....

bsamps4

#818

Alright guys! I haven't posted in forever, but I'm still here! I've gotten all of the valve work done, and ran into an issue when trying to re-time the engine. My timing belt tensioner bolt's stripped out and created a horrible head ache. Either way the new top end should rev comfortably to 9,000 RPM's. I decided to tow my car from my Dad's place to my new home since getting over to his house on the weekend's has been a challenge. Here are some pictures of the car getting towed on my friends rig. I also had to clean the hell out of my garage to get both cars to fit, but here we go! Many more updates to come!

njccmd2002

#819

Glad is a subaru and not a scion!!! Long live subaru!!! Oh nice celica...

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enderswift

#820

Good to see you haven't abandoned the celica world! Looking forward to updates!

bsamps4

#821

Luke, it's not in my nature to give up. Giving up on this car is not an option. It does, however, require motivation and I wouldnt be anywhere if it wasn't for you and the other masterminds on this site!

95celgt

#822

I need a bigger garage too lol I just realized I have nowhere to put my celica....when I had it here before there was an exit to my backyard where I had a second car port...this is no longer the case. what exactly did you do to be able to run at 9k rpm?

bsamps4

#823

Enlge valve springs and BC titanium retainers.Also put in a set of GSG 268 cams.

bsamps4

#824

Time for another update. Having the car back at the house is a big advantage. Today I installed the radiator hoses, ran a few vacuum lines, installed the t-belt tensioner and timed the engine, installed the valve cover, clocked the fuel pressure regulator, retarded the exhaust cam 6 degrees, installed the drive belts, added the a/c delete drive belt and pulley, and got all of the drive belts on.
Here are a few pictures.






This post has been edited by bsamps4: Oct 29, 2014 - 6:01 PM

95celgt

#825

this is a big bowl of awesome, would there be any power gains from moving the intake cam? I see everyone only turning the exhaust cam

bsamps4

#826

Yes, there are power gains from advancing the intake cam, but should not be attempted without the use of a dyno, and the employ of an experienced tuner.

bsamps4

#827

...it now has a face. I repaired the damaged headlights. Installed the cooling fans, mounted the crash bar and intercooler, and got the fog lights lined up. Bumper isn't 100% on because I'm going to have to get back inside to mount the HID ballasts, and fabricate charge piping. Enjoy!

enderswift

#828

amazing work on the front end repairs. That kind of work is always the hardest to get right. Almost back to its former glory!

bsamps4

#829

Anyone have a gt40c log in? I need to be able to read their instructions for adapting a st215 throttle position sensor onto my 3rd gen, and every time I find the page it won't let me view it. It used to allow viewing, but I guess they changed their site security.

Also need to double check. Is it the tps connector from a 2000 celica gts with 1zz engine that I need to adapt?

bsamps4

#830

Spent a couple hours working on the Celica today! Removed and replaced the fuel return line. I had to re-position the fuel pressure regulator in order for the 4th gen manifold to fit. I also added an oil catch can since the factory unit won't fit with the 4th gen manifold. I also had time to reposition my main ground wire, and delete a whole ton of unneeded stuff. Pictures below.

This is a photo of the fuel return line, 3rd gen vacuum lines, and charcoal canister. All removed.

Here is a picture where you can see some of the turbo plumbing.

Here is a shot of the catch can location. I will replace the supplied fittings with AN fittings.

Here is a sort of blurry shot of the "over all" view

And lastly. I can't remember what this goes to. I think it is A/C related, but I deleted all of that stuff due to the wreck. Just looking for a little assurance.

This post has been edited by bsamps4: Jan 18, 2015 - 3:55 PM

njccmd2002

#831

Cruise control actuator plug.

How do you know which vac lines to delete?

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bsamps4

#832

Good call! I completely forgot about deleting the cruise control! I spoke with Manny and Smaay about the vacuum lines and am only keeping the most essential stuff.

This post has been edited by bsamps4: Jan 18, 2015 - 5:23 PM

bsamps4

#833

I guess just to be more specific about what I deleted as far as vacuum lines go.

I deleted the charcoal canister. What I did was ad a breather filter to the line that comes off of the bottom of the canister. For the upper line I capped it off, and poked a hole in the cap so that it could breath as well, and keep dirt out. I also deleted the vacuum lines that go to the power steering entirely. I was initially concerned about idle up when turning the wheel at low rpms'/speeds, but came to the realization that this car at this point is primarily for racing.
For the fuel return line I just used a new piece of fuel hose and connected that behind the intake manifold because I had to clock the fuel pressure regulator down to get everything to fit properly with the new manifold.

enderswift

#834

I can't wait to see this car in action

bsamps4

#835

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QUOTE (enderswift @ Jan 20, 2015 - 3:57 PM)

>I can't wait to see this car in action

Let's just hope it was all worth it in the end!

Smaay

#836

id like to get my hands on a 4th gen manifold. Parts of me wishes I got a 4th gen engine instead of 3rd. Cheaper and better.

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2001 Celica GT-S Turbo1997 Supra TT 6speed1997 Celica 3MZ/1MZ swap1990 Celica All-Trac

bsamps4

#837

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QUOTE (Smaay @ Jan 21, 2015 - 12:03 PM)

>id like to get my hands on a 4th gen manifold. Parts of me wishes I got a 4th gen engine instead of 3rd. Cheaper and better.

The bottom end isnt as strong and in my opinion the 3rd gen turbo manifold is better. But the coil on plug is nice, and the side feed.

bsamps4

#838

You could make a hybrid though. TRDGT4 did it. He uses a 3rd gen bottom end with a 4th gen head and wiring. If I remember correctly Tweak makes a 4th gen harness.

bsamps4

#839

Tiny update, but still worth posting as this is a rolling time line of my entire progression. So...I decided that nearly every line that does anything important needs to match the rest of the upgrades on the car. So I bought a few things, and there is much more to come than just this!



...aaaand then I made a new fuel line from the filter to the rail. I made it one inch longer just to give it a bit of flex.




Soon to come...hopefully tomorrow if I get the time. I plan to construct AN lines to plumb my fuel return line, catch can, and air intake. So we shall see how it goes.
It gets a bit addicting so I may end up making lines for my brake booster and clutch slave cylinder.

Fate

#840

awesome build, look forward to the results. can't wait to make similar updates.

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The "Fly Low" Project: 3rd Gen 3SGTE