My 90q 3B project
04-28-2010, 10:48 PM
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New Toys
Pictures tell 1000 words - or 1 - Joy.
<a href="http://www.leydigproject.com/archives/1786"><img src="http://www.leydigproject.com/wp-content/gallery/turbo/dscn2257.jpg"></a>
<a href="http://www.leydigproject.com/archives/1786"><img src="http://www.leydigproject.com/wp-content/gallery/turbo/dscn2257.jpg"></a>
05-11-2010, 12:21 AM
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I now understand how people become sexually attracted to their engines. This thing looks f-in sweet! I can't wait to bring it all together with some big-red Porsche brakes.
<a href="http://www.leydigproject.com/archives/1792"> <img src="http://www.leydigproject.com/wp-content/gallery/yup/dscn2300.jpg"></a>
Really need to fix that ignition cover. Maybe I should get it running first.
Also installed the new steering rack...what a pain. Cleaned up the bay a tad. Should I paint it black?
<a href="http://www.leydigproject.com/archives/1790"> <img src="http://www.leydigproject.com/wp-content/gallery/steering/dscn2277.jpg"></a>
<a href="http://www.leydigproject.com/archives/1792"> <img src="http://www.leydigproject.com/wp-content/gallery/yup/dscn2300.jpg"></a>
Really need to fix that ignition cover. Maybe I should get it running first.
Also installed the new steering rack...what a pain. Cleaned up the bay a tad. Should I paint it black?
<a href="http://www.leydigproject.com/archives/1790"> <img src="http://www.leydigproject.com/wp-content/gallery/steering/dscn2277.jpg"></a>
05-11-2010, 06:15 AM
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Looks like a fun project. I did a turbo conversion on an 86 900-turbo/16V, and though it only took me about 2 weeks I did not have to deal with the same things you are here. The main engine harness is all you need to swap on that car (asside from the engine turbo & intercooler obviously), everything else just plugs right in... It was like they made early n/a 16V cars to accept a turbo engine easily.
05-11-2010, 09:24 AM
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Looks like a fun project. I did a turbo conversion on an 86 900-turbo/16V, and though it only took me about 2 weeks I did not have to deal with the same things you are here. The main engine harness is all you need to swap on that car (asside from the engine turbo & intercooler obviously), everything else just plugs right in... It was like they made early n/a 16V cars to accept a turbo engine easily.
07-07-2010, 12:14 AM
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Been way too long since my last update I know, but I relied on the assistance of a couple friends to help me with some of the suspension work (bushings) so I couldn't go as quickly as I would have liked. Not complaining - just making excuses.
The good news is I finally finished up the suspension and will test-fit the B4 fenders on the updated front-end suspension tomorrow. Hopefully it was worth the effort. Sometimes I think working with a B4 from the get-go would have been easier since the front end will essentially be one by the time I'm done.
With all the suspension work done I hope to get the engine in this weekend.
Installed the wastegate (anyone got torque specs on this?), heatshield and downpipe. Should I secure it after the engine is back in? Also, was applying a clear-coat on the heatshield a mistake?
Got the B4 front-end suspension installed including control arms, ball-joints, strut housings, mounts and sway-bar. Nothing torqued to spec just yet.
Sub-frame and bushing work was a bear of a job. Having never done it before I'm not sure I ever want to again.
Fuel rail installed
The good news is I finally finished up the suspension and will test-fit the B4 fenders on the updated front-end suspension tomorrow. Hopefully it was worth the effort. Sometimes I think working with a B4 from the get-go would have been easier since the front end will essentially be one by the time I'm done.
With all the suspension work done I hope to get the engine in this weekend.
Installed the wastegate (anyone got torque specs on this?), heatshield and downpipe. Should I secure it after the engine is back in? Also, was applying a clear-coat on the heatshield a mistake?
Got the B4 front-end suspension installed including control arms, ball-joints, strut housings, mounts and sway-bar. Nothing torqued to spec just yet.
Sub-frame and bushing work was a bear of a job. Having never done it before I'm not sure I ever want to again.
Fuel rail installed
09-02-2010, 12:51 PM
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Been waay to long since an update, but...big news. I got the engine in!!! 
What a bugger, first time for everything
Resurfaced and installed Fidenza flyhwheel and stage 2 Spec clutch
Woohoo engine is in! Not an easy task given my driveway, but with some beers, and dowel pins we got it done.
Currently working on a BBK with Porsche Boxster Calipers, so frustrating but so satisfying
What a bugger, first time for everythingResurfaced and installed Fidenza flyhwheel and stage 2 Spec clutch
Woohoo engine is in! Not an easy task given my driveway, but with some beers, and dowel pins we got it done.
Currently working on a BBK with Porsche Boxster Calipers, so frustrating but so satisfying
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