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by AbsurdParadox
Tue Aug 18, 2009 12:49 pm
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: 4g63 Swap stuff: Chassis, Engine, Tranny and more!
Replies: 4
Views: 2891

4g63 Swap stuff: Chassis, Engine, Tranny and more!

Long story short, about 4 years ago I bought a black 86 Widebody, a galant VR4 JDM frontclip, and a W55 transmission (could be a W54? I can go find a model number on it if necessary) with a bellhousing modified to fit a 4g63, and never did a damn thing with any of it, LOL. Too busy, ran out of money ...
by AbsurdParadox
Sat Sep 17, 2005 1:56 pm
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: Selling Willwood Pull-Type Slave Cylinder
Replies: 3
Views: 3002

<a href='http://store.summitracing.com/default.asp?Ntt=260-1333&x=0&y=0&Ntk=KeywordSearch&DDS=1&searchinresults=false&N=0&target=egnsearch.asp' target='_blank'>http://store.summitracing.com/default.asp?...t=egnsearch.asp</a> - There it is. They've even raised their price. Also, the price is listed ...
by AbsurdParadox
Wed Sep 07, 2005 2:46 am
Forum: General
Topic: A lil motivation
Replies: 3
Views: 2749

Damn motivation is right! That pic made my night! :D
by AbsurdParadox
Tue Sep 06, 2005 4:50 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Thermostat Housing
Replies: 72
Views: 55711

<!--QuoteBegin-DJpowerHaus+Sep 6 2005, 08:20 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td> QUOTE (DJpowerHaus @ Sep 6 2005, 08:20 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteEBegin--> You can then get one of those cool laser thermometers and monitor ...
by AbsurdParadox
Mon Sep 05, 2005 10:43 pm
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: W55 for narrow block for sale!!!!!!!
Replies: 4
Views: 6106

<!--QuoteBegin-smog+Sep 5 2005, 04:46 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td> QUOTE (smog @ Sep 5 2005, 04:46 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteEBegin--> hmm reversed slave. have pics? [/quote]
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by AbsurdParadox
Thu Aug 25, 2005 3:09 pm
Forum: Swap Electrical
Topic: need some help with diagnostic port wiring
Replies: 8
Views: 5954

I too am curious about how to wire in the diagnostic port. I haven't actually looked into it yet, but if anyone figures it out before-hand, the info would be priceless.
by AbsurdParadox
Wed Aug 24, 2005 9:11 am
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: Selling Willwood Pull-Type Slave Cylinder
Replies: 3
Views: 3002

Well, I ended up gettnig the W55 w/ custom 4g63-adapted bell housing, modified flywheel, stock pressure plate, two clutch discs, throw out bearing, and custom mount, all for $300. DJ posted it when it was $500 but he since lowered the price even more. He told met he bell housing was $700 to have ...
by AbsurdParadox
Mon Aug 22, 2005 10:23 pm
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: Selling Willwood Pull-Type Slave Cylinder
Replies: 3
Views: 3002

Selling a brand-new never-used Willwood Pull-Type Slave Cylinder thats required when you go with the D50 transmission. Summit has it for $65.99. I'll let it go for $60 shipped to the lower 48 states. I beleive Summit adds $7 for shipping and handling, so this saves ya about $13 :-P.

Selling ...
by AbsurdParadox
Mon Aug 22, 2005 10:14 pm
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: W55 for narrow block for sale!!!!!!!
Replies: 4
Views: 6106

Just bought this!

Anyone need the Wilwood reversed slave cylinder for the D50? Already purchased one a few months ago.
by AbsurdParadox
Thu Jul 14, 2005 3:45 pm
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: W55 for narrow block for sale!!!!!!!
Replies: 4
Views: 6106

Well I emailed him! Just waiting for a response! He even lowered the price recently. Do you know him personally, DJ? If so, tell him to reply asap (well within reason, saw that his father was in the hospital... hope everything turns out okay).
by AbsurdParadox
Wed Apr 20, 2005 8:14 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: D50 Tranny Question (Gear Ratios)
Replies: 7
Views: 5238

Awesome that is EXACTLY what I was looking for!!

Yeah when I was asking about shift points, I was referring to what RPM/speed on a 2.0.

Thanks a ton guys.
by AbsurdParadox
Mon Apr 18, 2005 4:08 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: D50 Tranny Question (Gear Ratios)
Replies: 7
Views: 5238

Come on, someone's gotta know! :D
by AbsurdParadox
Tue Apr 12, 2005 2:21 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: D50 Tranny Question (Gear Ratios)
Replies: 7
Views: 5238

Just been wondering, if anyone knows the actual gear ratios on the D50 tranny, or atleast those of you who've got a D50 bolted up to a StarQuest rear end, what are your current redline shift points in mph? (For example 1st to 25mph, 2nd to 60mph or whatever). Or even you D50 guys, what are they at ...
by AbsurdParadox
Mon Jan 31, 2005 10:59 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: evo VIII intake manifold
Replies: 24
Views: 24143

I posted on DSM Tuners and finally got an answer... I guess the Evo VIII head has a slightly different bolt pattern than the DSM's, so the manifold will not bolt right on.
by AbsurdParadox
Thu Jan 27, 2005 6:23 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Anybody WTB modified parts from me?
Replies: 17
Views: 15918

<!--QuoteBegin-DJpowerHaus+Jan 17 2005, 11:10 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td> QUOTE (DJpowerHaus @ Jan 17 2005, 11:10 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteEBegin--> yeah.. those plates are not needed at all. I was just aprehensive ...
by AbsurdParadox
Thu Jan 27, 2005 6:17 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Are the 4G63 turbo and non turbo guts the same?
Replies: 18
Views: 19707

<!--QuoteBegin-Mike+Jan 20 2005, 06:45 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td> QUOTE (Mike @ Jan 20 2005, 06:45 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteEBegin--> If nothing else there are several importers that will sell you a used longblock ...
by AbsurdParadox
Thu Jan 27, 2005 1:06 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Magazine 4G63 Starion Project
Replies: 3
Views: 3538

Actually Scott Oldham has a pic of his new Starion he bought, and he mentions dropping in a 4g63 when he blows up his engine, but thats pretty much it... article did mention starquestclub though.
by AbsurdParadox
Fri Jan 14, 2005 1:23 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: ALMOST DONE
Replies: 1
Views: 3375

Glad to hear it!

Question though, is the D50 waterpump different than the DSM one, thus making routing easier? If so... why didn't I think of that? :-P
by AbsurdParadox
Sat Dec 25, 2004 7:09 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: evo VIII intake manifold
Replies: 24
Views: 24143

<!--QuoteBegin-Mike+Dec 19 2004, 01:39 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td> QUOTE (Mike @ Dec 19 2004, 01:39 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteEBegin--> Well... the EVO VIII intake manifold is reversed, which makes it a better option ...
by AbsurdParadox
Sat Nov 20, 2004 2:40 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: just for general information...wateroutlet adapter
Replies: 3
Views: 5370

As I mentioned in the other post, I would definitely be interested in this. I'm all about Do-It-Yourself, however I'm not all about Reinvent-The-Wheel ;).
by AbsurdParadox
Thu Nov 11, 2004 6:30 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Updates Updates... too many Updates...
Replies: 4
Views: 8834

Hey, tell Joe that if he wants to make a copy of the water neck, I'd be interested in buying one. I'd have to have someone else make it since I don't know crap about welding anyway, and all the welders I know fear alluminum.
by AbsurdParadox
Fri Oct 29, 2004 12:50 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Depression ensues
Replies: 4
Views: 5099

Yeah, just haven't looked. Been busy parting out a wrecked Stealth TT to fund the project, so its been on hold a bit. Learned my lesson though... no assumptions!
by AbsurdParadox
Sat Oct 23, 2004 3:03 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Depression ensues
Replies: 4
Views: 5099

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by AbsurdParadox
Wed Oct 20, 2004 11:54 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Depression ensues
Replies: 4
Views: 5099

Hey, those measurements on that manifold are:


From head-mating surface to the Fender-side of the plenum: 9 inches ( and remember this sits STRAIGHT off the head, not curving up like the stocker)
Length of plenum: 17 inches
Near the brake booster, the end of the plenum lines up PERFECTLY with the ...
by AbsurdParadox
Wed Oct 20, 2004 11:47 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: May have some real depressing news to some here...
Replies: 10
Views: 14094

Ah man! He can't give up! That would really instill doubts into my own mind, and we can't have that! Then again, perhaps it won't matter, as I put up a LOT with that damn 3000GT I had... heh.
by AbsurdParadox
Sat Oct 16, 2004 3:23 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: hello!
Replies: 10
Views: 7128

have you actually done that tranny setup Mike? I thought someone else tired it, and it wouldn't work.
by AbsurdParadox
Wed Oct 13, 2004 1:13 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: 4G64 Wideblock discussion
Replies: 17
Views: 13956

From the link DJ provided...

90-5/94 2972 cc 6G72 V6 Montero, D-50, Van. 2WD & 4WD, roller cam, RWD, 12 Valve, Raider, WP.

So... what exactly has that RWD tranny, and will it bolt up to a 3000GT's 6g72?! (Wonder if theres wide/narrow blocks for that thing too)

:-D Just might have to scrap this ...
by AbsurdParadox
Fri Oct 08, 2004 1:17 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: issue with slave cylinder DJ GET IN HERE!
Replies: 2
Views: 3818

Okay let me make sure I got it straight what you guys are saying. The DSM and Truck flywheel/clutch combos are of different depth (it seems), therefore you must remove slack from the TOB by adjusting the slave cylinder's "Start point" to pull the "clutch arm" forward?

I wonder if all cable ...
by AbsurdParadox
Wed Sep 29, 2004 10:17 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Depression ensues
Replies: 4
Views: 5099

Oh the front clip I got for the motor swap was a cyclone engine anyway, so I've got all the hardware for that, though I think I'd rather have a USDM manifold.

The measurements on the manifold sticking out from the head are (and its tough to measure, since it requires use of this inch thick ...
by AbsurdParadox
Tue Sep 28, 2004 10:21 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Depression ensues
Replies: 4
Views: 5099

Well, I finally got my engine out of the front clip galant I got a few months ago. I was doing some test measurements with my FRH manifold, and I don't think its going to fit in the engine bay :-(. The end of the plenum sits about 2 inches further towards the firewall then the stock manifold, and ...
by AbsurdParadox
Tue Sep 28, 2004 7:33 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: The engine is IN!
Replies: 11
Views: 23748

When you guys get those pics, mail them to me at -j-@cox.net and I can host them (I think you guys only have my old work address).

Also, get some of that modified water neck! I'm interested to see that.

I got my engine out of the front clip this weekend, and will be starting the maintenance ...
by AbsurdParadox
Sun Sep 19, 2004 3:51 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: The engine is IN!
Replies: 11
Views: 23748

Good info on the D50 setup!

Sounds like you guys are getting real close!!
by AbsurdParadox
Fri Sep 03, 2004 3:20 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Mounting Throttle Body upside down?
Replies: 3
Views: 3827

Yeah I planned on removing my coolant lines to the TB as well. I do know on 3000GT theres a fast idle air valve and some spring in the TB that needs to be removed as well, or you will get idle problems (and possibly not even right away, its weird, heh). My buddy found out the hard way on his ...
by AbsurdParadox
Fri Sep 03, 2004 3:09 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: The engine is IN!
Replies: 11
Views: 23748

Well, regarding the clutches, you guys (DJPowerhaus and 89onaquest) both used D50 trannies, but one of you used an AWD DSM clutch and the other had to use a D50 clutch. Can you guys get some model numbers off those trannies so we can compare which is which?
by AbsurdParadox
Fri Sep 03, 2004 3:05 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: cost of the swap
Replies: 9
Views: 8600

<!--QuoteBegin-DJpowerHaus+Aug 30 2004, 05:32 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td> QUOTE (DJpowerHaus @ Aug 30 2004, 05:32 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteEBegin--> ...I actually recommend banging in the firewall...the plenum into ...
by AbsurdParadox
Tue Aug 31, 2004 11:07 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Mounting Throttle Body upside down?
Replies: 3
Views: 3827

Aight, cool. Yeah I didn't think there would be a problem, but I miss big "Duh!!"'s sometimes ;). Are you guys using the stocker or a BBK or somethin?
by AbsurdParadox
Mon Aug 30, 2004 4:56 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Mounting Throttle Body upside down?
Replies: 3
Views: 3827

Okay, admittedly I'm at work, and haven't really gone home to look at the DSM and all, but would there be any negative effects in mounting the throttle body upside down when boltnig it to the manifold? I have the Forrester manifold, and as far as the opening goes, it looks like you can mount it ...
by AbsurdParadox
Mon Aug 30, 2004 4:52 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: trans questions...
Replies: 1
Views: 3263

<!--QuoteBegin-89onaquest+Aug 30 2004, 07:20 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td> QUOTE (89onaquest @ Aug 30 2004, 07:20 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteEBegin--> Why the hell can we push the actuating fork all the way forward? BY ...
by AbsurdParadox
Fri Aug 27, 2004 2:07 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Project Started!
Replies: 6
Views: 4611

I ended up going ahead with the Forrester Racing Heads manifold. It is designed so you can just flip the plenum around, and in the mid 300hp's, dynos at 35-40hp with a 16g. Up next, 264 cams! :D
by AbsurdParadox
Fri Aug 27, 2004 1:58 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: cost of the swap
Replies: 9
Views: 8600

Well you still need a transmission,have the drive shaft lengthened, and if you can't weld alluminum, have the stock manifold chopped & welded. Other than that, theres not much else as far as costs go, assuming nothing else needs maintenance and you keep everything stock. Atleast... I think... ;)
by AbsurdParadox
Thu Aug 05, 2004 3:07 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: The engine is IN!
Replies: 11
Views: 23748

Yeah, thats exactly what I figured was the problem, since DJPowerhause seemed to have hardly any clearance, but his is modified... what did he do anyway?

Or maybe you can turn the thing around and bolt it on the other way (not sure if this is possible, not at home and can't look at the car)?
by AbsurdParadox
Thu Aug 05, 2004 11:16 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: The engine is IN!
Replies: 11
Views: 23748

<!--QuoteBegin-89onaquest+--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td> QUOTE (89onaquest)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteEBegin-->
We had to raise the engine to clear the Cyclone intake because it sits deeper than a reg intake. [/quote]
Oooh ...
by AbsurdParadox
Wed Aug 04, 2004 9:46 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: The engine is IN!
Replies: 11
Views: 23748

Yeah, I'll take those measurements, as I'll be using two left mounts as you suggested.

Also if 2" is not enough, how much more room do you think it needs?
by AbsurdParadox
Wed Aug 04, 2004 12:37 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Part number for willwood cylinder?
Replies: 1
Views: 3855

Whats up with Jegs and Summit charging $9 for "handling"? Thats a bunch of crap... maybe so they can say "free shipping"? :-P
by AbsurdParadox
Wed Aug 04, 2004 12:07 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: The engine is IN!
Replies: 11
Views: 23748

Damn, I was hoping I wouldn't have to move mine forward!

So, assuming I'm not moving my engine upwards, jsut how thick do these plates need to be anyway?
by AbsurdParadox
Tue Aug 03, 2004 12:43 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: The engine is IN!
Replies: 11
Views: 23748

Here's those images that Joe has sent me!

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by AbsurdParadox
Sat Jul 31, 2004 2:48 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: RWD 4G63 Links
Replies: 10
Views: 8886

Check this one out. 4g63 in an MR2!

<a href='http://www.mr2ownersclub.com/kingston20 ... 240980.htm' target='_blank'>http://www.mr2ownersclub.com/kingston20 ... 980.htm</a>
by AbsurdParadox
Thu Jul 29, 2004 12:54 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: The engine is IN!
Replies: 11
Views: 23748

One thing I don't understand about the adapter plates when moving the engine for is the fact taht your bolt holes on each side are now raised by the thickness of the plates... I would think that would cause fitment issues. Though you did say you had to muscle things around a bit.

I'm curious ...
by AbsurdParadox
Thu Jul 29, 2004 2:54 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: The engine is IN!
Replies: 11
Views: 23748

Awesome man!! So you had an inch and a half clearance without moving the engine forward? Perhaps theres some differences in the model years of the engines? What are you using, specifically?

Did you pretty much follow DJ's site here? Did you do anything that you think made it easier?

Get some ...
by AbsurdParadox
Tue Jul 27, 2004 6:38 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: D-50, Raider, Mighty Max 4G63t swap
Replies: 13
Views: 9009

Yeah, its an AWD tranny, but if you're wanting to compare the the 3.0L 6g72 bolt pattern to the 4g63 bell housing, then that would probably help out. I have a 4g63 sitting in my garage too, but its all still in a front clip. I also wonder if the starion tranny will bolt up to the 6g72 (though I bet ...

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