Sideways? 33 Report post Posted December 12, 2014 Wow! That looks like a real handful...! Outrageously fast too!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chillismoke 182 Report post Posted December 12, 2014 Go on Nige, loving your project so far, show us all what's possible Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted December 12, 2014 http://www.86forums.com.au/index.php?/topic/1954-streetfxcomau-rocket-bunny-widebody-500hp-fa20-turbo-86-build-thread/This guy is the world leader in FA20 GT86 tuning I believe?? He's spent over $150000 Aus apparently!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT86Jay 202 Report post Posted December 12, 2014 http://www.86forums.com.au/index.php?/topic/1954-streetfxcomau-rocket-bunny-widebody-500hp-fa20-turbo-86-build-thread/ This guy is the world leader in FA20 GT86 tuning I believe?? He's spent over $150000 Aus apparently!! Yep, I know that guy. He went from being the first TRD in AUS to the first Avo Customer in Aus to the first Twincharged GT in Aus (World?)... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted December 12, 2014 Go on Nige, loving your project so far, show us all what's possibleRight now, all I can show you is that it takes hours to remove all the silicone sealant from the casings!! Oh, and that the casings look great in the utility room after a final wash in hot water to remove the silicone dissolver. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted December 14, 2014 Yep, I know that guy. He went from being the first TRD in AUS to the first Avo Customer in Aus to the first Twincharged GT in Aus (World?)... I just remembered, MRT built a twin charged '86 in Australia, completed in October last year. It was relatively tame in comparison using an AVO stage 1 kit and a Sprintex SC. I wonder how a Stage 3 AVO kit and a Cosworth SC will go together Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Danellen2989 8 Report post Posted December 14, 2014 I wonder too Nigelr32! This is something I'm considering doing at some point! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chillismoke 182 Report post Posted December 14, 2014 Maybe dropping a 2JZ in would be a better option? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rob275 1817 Report post Posted December 14, 2014 Maybe dropping a 2JZ in would be a better option? Too generic, it's a dated engine these days anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted December 14, 2014 Why would I want to replace my up to date beautifully designed little boxer with a honking great straight six! Been there done that with three Skyline GTR's. The more I look at the engine in pieces the more I love it. It is a beautiful little design with some quirky little features, such as the piston head and combustion chamber design. It's all be done for a reason and its all quite quirky!! If I ever blow this engine up it'll probably get a Lexus V8 thrown in? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark@Abbey M/S 235 Report post Posted December 15, 2014 the Straight 6 will spoil the awesome handling the GT86 has got. 1 KevinA reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nikndel 509 Report post Posted December 15, 2014 Do you have any timescale for your project Nige? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted December 15, 2014 I am a very happy chap. I've just come off the phone after a long chat with Adrian, and have bought an AVO turbo kit and new rod bearings. Which AVO kit did I buy? Stage 1... No, Stage 2......No, Stage 3....No, I have bought the new Stage 4 kit with ceramic coated manifold, larger intercooler and piping and larger billet compressor. I think I'm the first UK customer?? Lucky me, what a Christmas present!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark-in-Stoke 488 Report post Posted December 15, 2014 OMG this is going to be a beast!. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted December 15, 2014 Do you have any timescale for your project Nige?Hi Nik,I don't have a planned completion date as yet. I can tell you one things for sure... The car will be tested NA on 10:1 CR just to see what it's like. Before then I've got to do some painting, which means waiting till warmer weather arrives? I'm old, but I think I probably have enough years left to build this little beast.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nikndel 509 Report post Posted December 16, 2014 Old men don't get older they just go faster! 1 Special K reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted December 16, 2014 This thread has been void of piccies lately, so I thought I'd add some for you all. I have noticed you all post pics of your beautiful cars, wearing their latest additions and mods... so here's mine. Looks just great doesn't she??Some engine pics for those that may be interested. This has got to be the most complex combustion chamber I've ever seen!!I thought it was a little cold and damp for the parts out in the garage, so they've all come in , and can be reassembled in the house, to stay nice and warm and dry.Heads just rinsed in the sink. Oh how good it is to be a Batchelor lol.All the parts are on their way now, so the build will soon begin.. Thanks for your interest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nikndel 509 Report post Posted December 16, 2014 Love the tea towel Nige must get one of them! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted December 16, 2014 Love the tea towel Nige must get one of them!That's not a tea towel Nik, that's an old blanket. It is used on the car if I risk splashing it or am doing something that is dusty. My Tea towel is in my kitchen and is covered in pics of WW2 vehicles lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nikndel 509 Report post Posted December 16, 2014 All joking apart so you are changing Pistons and Con rods what plans for there heads valves etc and basically how far can you advance this engine I feel we are getting more insight than working at a Toyota dealers for a lengthy period of time Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted December 17, 2014 Rods will be Carrillo, Pistons are to be 10:1 Forged CP. New bearings, ARP mains and head studs, new stock bearings and new stock gaskets.The standard valve springs are very soft, so I am waiting for someone to come up with tougher springs and rockers. Soft springs are great at reducing engine wear on a stock motor, why would the manufacturers fit strong springs if they're not required?The problem comes when boosting, the pressure behind the valve, in the inlet manifold will damp the valve closing, or in extreme cases hold it open!!Which raises another question in my mind... what pressure will the standard plastic intake manifold take before splitting open?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sideways? 33 Report post Posted December 17, 2014 Obviously the standard manifold will not take enough pressure, please design a new one with lovely chromed intake runners for more under bonnet bling :-) it will also be awesome as well of course... Since you have it in bits, how about some photos of the stripped intake manifold for reference...? All looks good otherwise :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Special K 442 Report post Posted December 17, 2014 Nigel - take a look at RPGM's cast inlet manifold.... a sheer work of art.... your namesake is the guy to speak with.. Spec K Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted December 17, 2014 I would ask about it Keith, but I'm afraid GTNige doesn't reply to my messages for some reason? I have seen the casting, it is beautiful as you say!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted December 17, 2014 Obviously the standard manifold will not take enough pressure, please design a new one with lovely chromed intake runners for more under bonnet bling :-) it will also be awesome as well of course... Since you have it in bits, how about some photos of the stripped intake manifold for reference...? All looks good otherwise :-) You are all welcome to ask for any pics you like as I have my engine apart. Don't worry about thread hijacking, just ask. I guess we could actually start a new thread in Mechanical, and call it engine pics? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
