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by Matt Arruda
Mon Nov 30, 2015 9:37 pm
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: JMF Drag RWD intake manifold
Replies: 1
Views: 2941

Sold ! Thanks guys
by Matt Arruda
Mon Nov 30, 2015 9:35 pm
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: JMF Drag RWD intake manifold
Replies: 1
Views: 2941

JMF Drag RWD intake manifold

Hi guys I haven't been on here much lately, I own the BMW e30 and Bill can vouch for me. I'm selling the old intake manifold from my car. It's a JMF drag intake custom made by JMF with short runners to brake booster clearance and flanged for a 2g head with q45 throttle body. I made a throttle body ...
by Matt Arruda
Wed Apr 18, 2012 12:03 am
Forum: General
Topic: Congrats to Bill Hincher
Replies: 3
Views: 4662

Bill has done alot for the RWD scene as much as he seems to play it down he is the reason we have been so succesful. Thank you Bill for helping us get to where we are with our projects its the least we could do for you.
by Matt Arruda
Tue Apr 17, 2012 11:38 pm
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

Sorry guys I been slacking latly with updates, we took the car the to track for the first time this year and finally got that single digit I have been chasing since this project started. Thanks again Bill for all your help and support.
:D
Check out the video

http://youtu.be/6CU0War_pls
by Matt Arruda
Tue Apr 17, 2012 2:12 pm
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: RWD swap electronics AM tach driver and Dakota Digi VSS box
Replies: 0
Views: 1888

RWD swap electronics AM tach driver and Dakota Digi VSS box

I have these from the E30 and no longer need them. My current transmission does not have a provision for a VSS and I'm thinking about buying a Race Pac cluster.

Dakota digital sig5 VSS signal calibrator. Works great with transmission swaps and people wanting to utilize DSM link features that ...
by Matt Arruda
Wed Nov 16, 2011 11:03 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

Looks good Errol, did you give up on your other project? I've always liked the newer boldy style BMW's there only down fall is weight :(. Us drag racing guys need all the help we can get. Whats your intentions for this project? If theres anyway I can help feel free.
by Matt Arruda
Wed Sep 14, 2011 9:13 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Mitsubishi 6G72 RWD conversion eng swap C4 Ford transmission
Replies: 22
Views: 21711

Thanks Bill but please don't I've only been married since June 2011 I need to try and make that 1 year milestone. :D

If I did'nt have so much tied up into these 4 clys I would change engine program without question, but who knows I'll revisit the thought once I think we are tapped out for HP ...
by Matt Arruda
Wed Sep 14, 2011 12:10 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Mitsubishi 6G72 RWD conversion eng swap C4 Ford transmission
Replies: 22
Views: 21711

Wow seeing this makes me want to venture into the 6 cly world amazing work Bill. I need to stay off this site because it makes me spend money.
by Matt Arruda
Wed Sep 07, 2011 9:08 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: How much tunnel work to fit a T-56 in a manual ?
Replies: 1
Views: 1920

I dont have an exact mesurment at the moment but if it helps I fit a T56 in the stock tunnel of a BMW e30 with no issue. I have the long LS1 input shaft and it almost lines up just shy of the existing shifter hole.
by Matt Arruda
Tue May 17, 2011 9:23 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: 2004 Chrysler Crossfire
Replies: 98
Views: 80755

This is so cool I would never expect it to have that setup if I saw it on the street. Please keep us posted. Will you be making the trip to Ohio for the DSM Shootout? Please say yes I would love to see this thing in person.
by Matt Arruda
Mon May 09, 2011 12:11 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: Rear Exit Coolant Lines
Replies: 17
Views: 8586

You can run a rmote thermostat, I bought a housing from here to use on my other truck build. I had mine made with -16an male threads and it is anodized black, very nice piece.

http://www.ipsco.org/Pantera%20Parts/remotethhousing.htm

This works great it is also what I use. It uses a standard ...
by Matt Arruda
Mon May 09, 2011 9:33 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

are you still using the stock fwd style oil pan? any advice on that? I building a high hp (800rwp+/-) car and plan on using the oem oil pan, looks pretty well baffled. I plan on going to a custom unit once i get the project driving and funds can build back up.

No I made a new pan because I had ...
by Matt Arruda
Wed Apr 20, 2011 8:40 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: 2JZ t 56 adapter
Replies: 8
Views: 6574

What T56 is it designed for the long or short shaft?
by Matt Arruda
Wed Apr 20, 2011 8:35 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Dan's (HP Autosports) 4G63 1969 Plymouth Valiant build threa
Replies: 27
Views: 30105

Looks great, I'm loving it. Where did you get the oil pan flange, or did you make it yourself? I am interested in purchasing one. Keep us posted on how the TH400 works out, also who is doing your stall converter?
by Matt Arruda
Tue Apr 05, 2011 9:09 am
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: RWD modified Magnus 2G SMIM
Replies: 2
Views: 2418

Bump still have this guys make me an offer
by Matt Arruda
Sun Mar 20, 2011 11:38 am
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: Built T56 6 speed trans
Replies: 1
Views: 2122

This is no longer for sale, I have decided to contine running this proven set up for the 2011 season.
by Matt Arruda
Tue Mar 15, 2011 1:30 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: S2K 4G63 Drag car build Infamous Performance
Replies: 0
Views: 2643

S2K 4G63 Drag car build Infamous Performance

I will try to get TJ to post updates here but we are usally to busy in the shop to keep these threads up to date. But for anyone who wants to follow along here is the latest creation thats coming out of Infamous Performance. Tj is the owner and fabricator, he will be piloting this car hopfully into ...
by Matt Arruda
Tue Mar 15, 2011 1:11 am
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: RWD modified Magnus 2G SMIM
Replies: 2
Views: 2418

RWD modified Magnus 2G SMIM

I will be selling my old intake manifold from the BMW. It started its life as a 2G Magnus street manifold. ( http://magnusmotorsports.com/products/intake-manifolds/dsm-street-intake-manifold/ )
We modified it for RWD configuration and shorten the runner length to 2.5". It is flanged for a Q45 TB ...
by Matt Arruda
Tue Mar 15, 2011 12:25 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: 2.3 Stroker 4G63 92 Notchback project
Replies: 17
Views: 18114

Kyle, let me know if you need pics of my mounts. both TJ and I use only the 2 bosses on each side of the block that are level with each other. If you want to use the 3 bosses you will need to get creative with differnt height mouting plates because the third hole is not on the same plane.
by Matt Arruda
Tue Mar 15, 2011 12:14 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: 25.1e
Replies: 3
Views: 2922

Look what I started I'm telling you RWD is addicting LOL. Nice to see you finally made it here.
by Matt Arruda
Tue Mar 15, 2011 12:11 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: T 5 narrow block bellhousing adapter
Replies: 44
Views: 41174

Very impressed Bil, I love the removable lower inspection cover. I currently don't have a use for a T5 bell housing but just seeing this work of art is giving me the itch to start a new project.
by Matt Arruda
Sun Dec 26, 2010 12:37 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: T 5 narrow block bellhousing adapter
Replies: 44
Views: 41174

Nice work Bill, Figured I pop in to say happy holidays. Keep up the good work.

Cheers Matt
by Matt Arruda
Sat Oct 30, 2010 11:52 am
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: E30 intercooler
Replies: 0
Views: 1651

E30 intercooler

Selling the intercooler from my E30 this set up worked great I made 580 HP through it with no issues. It's originally designed for a Buick GN but I have modified it with custom tig welded tabs that place it right behind your E30's grill and bumper (super sleeper) the core is very big. I have also ...
by Matt Arruda
Fri Oct 29, 2010 12:04 am
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: Built T56 6 speed trans
Replies: 1
Views: 2122

Built T56 6 speed trans

Selling a Tremec LS1 T56 this trans has been built by Don at Slow Hawk performance upgrades include Billet Shift forks, billet dogs, billet sliders upgraded syncros, new bearing. Trans also includes a Billet Pro5.0 shifter with built in stops. I can also include a competition stage 5 2700 clutch kit ...
by Matt Arruda
Thu Oct 07, 2010 7:10 pm
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

do you think you could post a datalog of your 10.9x pass, I have dsmlink and I'm curious as to how the gearing of my t-56 will be. Our rear ends will be different but it would be cool to see it. You can hide everything you want to I think, I just care about speed and rpm vs. time. If you want a ...
by Matt Arruda
Fri Sep 10, 2010 8:42 pm
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

Thanks for the kind words,

I will be attending Import Maddness at NED Sept 25th hopfully i can report back with better numbers the current personal best is 10.77 @ 124 1.55 60'
by Matt Arruda
Tue Aug 31, 2010 9:56 pm
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

Once again as stated before Bill is the man !

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d184/vw1320x/e30burnout1.jpg

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d184/vw1320x/burnoute30.jpg

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d184/vw1320x/e30launch.jpg

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d184/vw1320x/e3010sec ...
by Matt Arruda
Tue Jul 20, 2010 6:23 pm
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: bellhousing development for T-56 trans
Replies: 316
Views: 306969

Youll need to run a tall gear the T56 has a very low 1st gear(either2.66 or 2.97 depending on yr) . We tried the stock 2.78 R&P and the car did like 75MPH in 1st gear. We now run a 4.10 and it loves it.
by Matt Arruda
Thu Jul 08, 2010 11:27 pm
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

Both still in the works the tube chassis dragster has been a slow progress, at this point its mobile again and can roll around the shop but very far from done. We picked up another BMW what we are going to do the same thing with but use your auto adapter on it.
by Matt Arruda
Mon Jul 05, 2010 11:57 pm
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

We have a M3 4.10 LSD rear, we use Bill's T56 bell housing with a single disc comp. clutch. turbo is a PTE billet 6262 boost was at 21 psi on 93 pump gas. Unfortunatly we did not have time to dyno it this motor was assembled days before this event we literally broke it in on that pass. Probbly ...
by Matt Arruda
Mon Jul 05, 2010 5:09 pm
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

T(urd)67 wrote:Nicely done. I'm enjoying the color as well. Any idea what the weight of the car is?
Thanks man, it weighed 2760 with me in it, and I weight 160 lbs so 2600 dry
by Matt Arruda
Mon Jul 05, 2010 1:24 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

your car is coming along great. nice work. looking forward to seeing a video of this baby in action.

Here is your video first time time at the track. 11.30 on my third pass. Stock short block and pump gas no cage :(. We hope to go 10's in this platform.

Enjoy

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v ...
by Matt Arruda
Mon Jul 05, 2010 1:15 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Datsun 510 with 4G63 - $10k budget
Replies: 72
Views: 171683

the trouble with a 'rebuilt' crankshaft is they dont get re hardened right, they are hung from hooks and run through an oven to heat them, and they warp.
They all come from 'topline' in Chicago
At the factory, they are rotated as they are heat treated and they dont warp

Take Bill's word on this ...
by Matt Arruda
Mon Jul 05, 2010 1:08 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: bellhousing development for T-56 trans
Replies: 316
Views: 306969

Thank You Bill Hichner

This video is proof that Bill Hichner's Bell Housings are amazing. Bill I want to thank you again for making it possible to use transmision that can prove the real potential of the 4G63 platform. This was our 1st time at the track with the car 3rd pass neted a 11.30 1/4 mile. 10's are right around ...
by Matt Arruda
Sat Feb 20, 2010 9:22 am
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: FP 2X cams
Replies: 7
Views: 5632

Note: These cams require aftermarket valve spring due to the high ramp rate.
by Matt Arruda
Mon Feb 15, 2010 11:50 pm
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: FP 2X cams
Replies: 7
Views: 5632

http://store.forcedperformance.net/merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=FP&Product_Code=FPCamExh&Category_Code=DSM-Engine

http://store.forcedperformance.net/merchant2/graphics/00000001/data/1012FP_FPCam2x.pdf

maybe somone else can chime in on your combo, unfortunatly I only have ...
by Matt Arruda
Sun Feb 14, 2010 1:51 pm
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: FP 2X cams
Replies: 7
Views: 5632

$250 bump
by Matt Arruda
Sat Feb 06, 2010 7:11 pm
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: FP 2X cams
Replies: 7
Views: 5632

Insult me people new cams are already in and I need to recoupe some $
by Matt Arruda
Thu Feb 04, 2010 7:56 pm
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

Thanks Justin, Im sure I will be seeking your expertise come tuning time.

LOL That was a good time I wish I would have made it through the whole night. Next time I need to pace myself and drink a little slower, my mind thinks I'm still in college but my body doesnt agree.
by Matt Arruda
Thu Feb 04, 2010 12:59 am
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: FP 2X cams
Replies: 7
Views: 5632

FP 2X cams

HI guys I decided to go with a differnt cam combo so my FP2X's are forsale
as most of you know these cams are no longer avalible from Forced Performance. They are more agressive then your standard FP2's and somwhere in beetween a 4R. Feel free to correct me if im wrong, but from what I understand ...
by Matt Arruda
Thu Feb 04, 2010 12:52 am
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: Mircotec LT10S Stand alone EFI
Replies: 1
Views: 1696

Sold thanks guys
by Matt Arruda
Thu Feb 04, 2010 12:47 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

Sorry guys I have been slacking on updates. As of right now the car is apart. To make a long story short 2 weeks ago we had a timing glitch on the dyno resulting in a pushed heag gasket and melted exhaust valves @ a whopping 370 HP :(. Since then we had the machine shop rebuild the head and upgraded ...
by Matt Arruda
Tue Jan 19, 2010 12:05 am
Forum: Marketplace
Topic: Mircotec LT10S Stand alone EFI
Replies: 1
Views: 1696

Mircotec LT10S Stand alone EFI

So I'm thinking of going with a differnt set up so my current set is forsale, this system is very easy to use and can be sold turn key. I will label all wires and include coil on plug if interested. LT10S comes standard with 3 bar internal map sensor and uses all GM type sensors water and air temp ...
by Matt Arruda
Mon Oct 26, 2009 10:13 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: bellhousing development for T-56 trans
Replies: 316
Views: 306969

I aint got no fingernails left from waiting for this reply :D :D

kweeeeeeeeeeelllllllllllllllllllllllllllll!

no lets work out the details, how do we do it better?

Sorry for the long over due response Bill we been working on getting the car running. And to awnser your question, I dont think ...
by Matt Arruda
Fri Oct 02, 2009 8:45 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

Can you 'clock' the cold side of the turbo to get a better angle?
I love this build..

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We did clock it but the way its pictured is the best position to route the intercooler pipe. I'm not to fond of its position but unless I make a new manifold it's staying that way LOL. Thats what happens when ...
by Matt Arruda
Mon Sep 28, 2009 1:02 pm
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: 1979 Monza
Replies: 27
Views: 23553

We just have been talking to Anthony with the Rail car from PA and Kevin Jewer a local from NH that has the blue RWD talon. Im Not sure what Anthony is using now but his 1st attempt was a 3500 stall only netting like 3-4 psi at the line. Since then i think hes canged it because the cars gone much ...
by Matt Arruda
Sun Sep 27, 2009 9:43 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: 1979 Monza
Replies: 27
Views: 23553

Very Nice keep us posted on your progress, lets talk converters once you get it running. A close freind of mine is building a very similar set up and we've heard many differnt theorys on stall speed.
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by Matt Arruda
Wed Sep 23, 2009 7:36 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Mitsubishi Mustang
Replies: 16
Views: 14853

Looks good Make sure you finish it! Ive seen many fox body 4g63s abandoned over the past couple of years Damit I wana see one run LOL looks like your on the right path keep up the nice work and let us know if you need anything your in the right place.
by Matt Arruda
Tue Sep 22, 2009 11:14 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Project E30 (pics )
Replies: 53
Views: 1020409

the manifold design again its coming togeather pretty quick now should be running in 2 weeks. Enjoy
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d184/vw1320x/CIMG1014.jpg
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d184/vw1320x/CIMG1009.jpg
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d184/vw1320x/CIMG1019.jpg
http://i35 ...
by Matt Arruda
Tue Sep 22, 2009 11:00 am
Forum: Swap Mechanical
Topic: bellhousing development for T-56 trans
Replies: 316
Views: 306969

Check out the fitment of the T56 in a E30 BMW Bill hit a home run on this one fits perfect little to no mods needed no shifter extensions no tunnel mods went in like a glove A+++++ Thanks Bill I will keep everyone posted on in my project thread should be running in 2 weeks

http://projectzerog.com ...

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