Andrew's engine swap (pics)

Artemio (Arty G) had one laying around up there at BBR so I checked it out

I think I can fix it here at school. If nothing else, I can at least re-clear it here. We've got an entire paint room

Let me work my magic a little bit and see how decent I can make it look

91_civic_si said:

Also a good compound a buffing might bring back the shine without any paint work.

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That would be the first thing I try. I bet it would work too. Afterwards maybe a little clear coat. Though, if it worked and cleaned it up good, then I'd work on the warpage.

I would think one of those propane heaters your dad has would work great as far as heating the hood up, as long as it's far enough away of course. Hell, put the hood on and drive around: maybe the heat in the engine bay would be enough?

When I said a hot place I didnt mean that you had to actually heat up the hood. My friend just parked it outside in the sun with like 90 degree weather, placed a concrete cinder block wrapped in a towel on it, and that seemed to work fine. Also as mac stated, a hot engine bay would probably help too.

A hot engine bay is probably what warped it in the first place. After you get it fixed, think about putting some dampening (thermal) under it, it might help a bit.

Freaking hilarious video... Heheh
YouTube - Japanese Learning English

Also.. My boss just bought a Mandrel tube bending machine Bends up to 2.5" pipe.

Can we say "Build your own mandrel bent exhaust for cost of tubing?"



I'll getcha t3h hookup buddy.

mac_24_seven said:

Freaking hilarious video... Heheh
YouTube - Japanese Learning English

Also.. My boss just bought a Mandrel tube bending machine Bends up to 2.5" pipe.
Can we say "Build your own mandrel bent exhaust for cost of tubing?"
I'll getcha t3h hookup buddy.

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OMG!
Thats AWESOME man!!! intercooler pipes, exhaust, decorative bunny rabbits for the yard!! This is gonna be sweet!!

I watched that video with Meggie yesterday. "Spare. My. Life...." "Take What You want"

Andrew, I still, cannot give you rep for that picture.

^ Which one?

The optimus prime one with the yellow rice car.


BTW. I watched that video in awe, I felt like it was killing each of my brain cells, one by one, with every drum beat.

Andrew, just curious... Since you like money so much, you interested in selling your nawzz kit?

Wow Andrew. After almost two months, (yes, it took me that long to make time and read your entire thread) of reading, I'm finally up to date on your thread. I have to say that you have done a GREAT job as far as providing details and just being a freakin' inspiration to all. I'd bust out with a cheesy "you're my hero" but umm, yeah, I'll omit that part. haha You're freakin' talented man and I really wish you the best with your build. I look forward to hearing more about your future endeavors. I only wish I were fortunate enough to know people like you and Terrance around here to learn from. It's sad, but with my work schedule and lack of friends I guess you could say, I just learn from people like yourself and Terrance in what you have done. Once again, hell of a job my friend. Keep it up.

Rep points for you and Terrance. WOOP WOOP

^ Well gees, man! Talk about putting me on a high horse!

(wheres that awesome inpirational theme music at?)
Anybody could do what I do... Just need to know what your trying to accomplish. Have a goal, and just make it happen.

Andrew said:

^ Well gees, man! Talk about putting me on a high horse!

(wheres that awesome inpirational theme music at?)
Anybody could do what I do... Just need to know what your trying to accomplish. Have a goal, and just make it happen.

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I was thinking of a pedestal instead of a high horse, but that might be teetering a bit on the :ghey:side. haha

*cues up the theme from Rocky* I think that might work.

Believe me, I'm trying to do what you did to an extent. It's sad to say that I have two nearly complete engines (a Z6 and a B16) just sitting here and I can't continue acquiring pieces for my build because of huge monetary issues that have hit me hard the past few weeks. Still, I will figure out a way to make it happen as I always do. I'm thinking a second job is called for nowadays, as my job is cutting my hours and yeah, that's hurting a lot.

I'd be sweet as hell to know people around here that are into cars so that I could learn and talk with. Thank God for HS and HT, which is where I get ninety-nine percent of my information from.

Luis998 said:

Thank God for HS and HT, which is where I get ninety-nine percent of my information from.

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It's so sad, because that's where alot of people go for their info. And there's sooooooooooooooo many freaking n00bs out there who have ZERO real world mechanical experience.. I mean, actually getting dirty and bloody from workin on and screwing up yoru own stuff... And they'll go aread spreading mis-information and making everything seem all rosey and stuff. Freaking BS.

Andrew and I are fortunate, as we both have access to several great mechanics who have contributed soo much to what we have done and know how to do.

I dunno about Andrew, but I consider myself an idiot when it comes to working on cars.

It's only on rare occasions, like when my buddy and I were about to pull the head off his car and take it to a friend.. We weren't even concerned at all about doing it or anything like that at all.

I realized while we were in his kitchen, getting ready to tear his engine apart that there are soooo many people who wouldn't have a freaking clue and/or would be scared to death to do it.... But me or him weren't worried at all. We just wanted to do it as quickly/clean as possible. (took about 45 mins to pull the head).

I actually felt like I was a halfway decent mechanic for a fleeting moment .

mac_24_seven said:

It's so sad, because that's where alot of people go for their info. And there's sooooooooooooooo many freaking n00bs out there who have ZERO real world mechanical experience.. I mean, actually getting dirty and bloody from workin on and screwing up yoru own stuff... And they'll go aread spreading mis-information and making everything seem all rosey and stuff. Freaking BS.

Andrew and I are fortunate, as we both have access to several great mechanics who have contributed soo much to what we have done and know how to do.

I dunno about Andrew, but I consider myself an idiot when it comes to working on cars.

It's only on rare occasions, like when my buddy and I were about to pull the head off his car and take it to a friend.. We weren't even concerned at all about doing it or anything like that at all.

I realized while we were in his kitchen, getting ready to tear his engine apart that there are soooo many people who wouldn't have a freaking clue and/or would be scared to death to do it.... But me or him weren't worried at all. We just wanted to do it as quickly/clean as possible. (took about 45 mins to pull the head).

I actually felt like I was a halfway decent mechanic for a fleeting moment .

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I'll tell you what, Terrance, you and Andrew are DEFINITELY lucky to know people and have each other to help out with problems or projects you may have.

As for me, I don't really have any friends and the few people that I do know in Orlando aren't into cars at all. It makes it difficult to learn.

I know what you're saying about the "noobs" though, as it took me about six months of reading, researching, comparing, and figuring out who actually knew what they were talking about on here and who was just throwing crap out there. People like Blanco, Calesta, YBLegal, LS_VTEC, Formby, Daveholiday, and you guys are some of the most knowledgeable I have seen on here. I'd actually take the time to research some of the things talked about in different topics and compare them to actual facts that I would find. I really thank you guys for having done what you did and do wish you all the best.

By the way, did you decide on whether you're going to give up on your build and go with a different car? I ask this because just like you, I have a four door as well, though mine is an EG. I do have an EK hatchback, which will hopefully be running once again (the transmission is getting replaced) by tomorrow.

Hey Andrew, what valve train do you think you'll go with on your B16 turbo build? At least I THINK you're going to boost it. You've gotten me a bit confused at times, talking about NOS and all. haha

Yeah I've been throwing around both ideas. I have the nitrous kit, but don't want to put it on my B16. I'm going to build the B16 with a (more than likely) stock or possibly slightly lower compression setup. #1 reason being, I have the option to boost it. #2 is that I can run low octane fuel if I'm ever in a crunch and don't have any other options.

My plan right now :
Probably in April, I'd like to swap the D back in with the lower compression headgasket and get that motor running again. Then probably spray it to 'get my feet wet' in the wide world of nitrous.

Andrew said:

Yeah I've been throwing around both ideas. I have the nitrous kit, but don't want to put it on my B16. I'm going to build the B16 with a (more than likely) stock or possibly slightly lower compression setup. #1 reason being, I have the option to boost it. #2 is that I can run low octane fuel if I'm ever in a crunch and don't have any other options.

My plan right now :
Probably in April, I'd like to swap the D back in with the lower compression headgasket and get that motor running again. Then probably spray it to 'get my feet wet' in the wide world of nitrous.

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That sounds like a plan to me.

My plan on my B16 is to fully build the head up first (which I am giving myself a year to do) then work on the bottom end. I have a JDM B16 block with Eagle Rods, but may opt to part out the block and get a GSR block instead. Time is my friend on this so things could change in a years time.

As far as my D goes, it will also be built for boost. Without going into too much detail, since it is your thread, that's about it.

If I may make a suggestion, why not switch out your pistons and lower the compression that way. Of course you'd have to upgrade your rods, but then your set up would be a lot sturdier? I think that's what I'm trying to say. Vitara pistons are very inexpensive and good, as far as lowering your compression.

Then again, who am I to be throwing around ideas when you are the "master" and I am very much the apprentice, if that. haha

What size turbo do you think you would run and would you piece your set up together or buy a kit?

Turbo size - around 50/63 trim depending on D/B
Power goals - around 250whp

Holy crap. It's been two days and neither you nor Terrance has posted anything. It must be either a) you're having fun with your car or b) you're having fun with girls. I'm leaning towards the latter one. haha

Well, in my case, Friday night was "First Friday" so there was an Art Walk in the galleries and stuff... heres some pics.



















Then last night was a 311 concert at "The Moon" here in Tallahassee...
The crowd:


"Passafire" from Savannah, GA (great band!)


311's soundboad (wow)


311!




lol...


so... you know.. been kinda busy and whatnot. Thats all