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Forum: performance & modifications 12-18-2020, 11:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,232
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Jumbo brake bracket pin resleave

Hey everyone I'm having issues with some brakes on a 740 that I am working on.. This car is raced in endurance racing series like Champ car and WRL. The car is fitted with 940 turbo jumbo brakes and...
Forum: events 12-07-2020, 08:54 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 41,638
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Had a good time minus the Harders black dick...

Had a good time minus the Harders black dick interjections..

Next time fellas

-Sam
Forum: performance & modifications 11-18-2020, 10:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,626
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
go with a small t3 variant.. the old school t3/t4...

go with a small t3 variant.. the old school t3/t4 50trim will make 400hp and is fairly cheap..
Forum: performance & modifications 11-06-2020, 07:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,123
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Throw something different out there.. people are...

Throw something different out there.. people are swapping these into things and they are super available.. Obviously going to need some custom parts but its a bad ass box for a slush box..
...
Forum: performance & modifications 10-27-2020, 07:31 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,994
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Saturday's 8 hour race went fairly well.. The car...

Saturday's 8 hour race went fairly well.. The car was very fast I had the first 2 hours and then two of our slower drivers drove then Randy got in for the 4th stint.. Toward the end of Randy's stint...
Forum: performance & modifications 10-26-2020, 07:36 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,994
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I've been doing some work on Randy Pobsts Flyin...

I've been doing some work on Randy Pobsts Flyin Moose 740 endurance race car.. Suprisingly his car came into my shop without an oil pressure gauge, warning light or oil temp gauge... Knowing my own...
Forum: projects & restorations 10-20-2020, 07:33 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 21,197
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I think this is just awesome... Excited to see...

I think this is just awesome... Excited to see all the work put into this old car.. Keep the pics coming..
Forum: performance & modifications 10-20-2020, 07:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,922
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Agreed.. just use a microsquirt and only use the...

Agreed.. just use a microsquirt and only use the ignition input and output.. you could do it with maybe a little as 3 wires..
Forum: performance & modifications 10-13-2020, 01:03 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,994
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Is it better? Maybe? but still seeing signs of...

Is it better? Maybe? but still seeing signs of starvation.. notice the dash when my hands get out of the way at the 10:12 mark you can briefly see the oil light flash and the center gauge in front of...
Forum: performance & modifications 10-01-2020, 02:56 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,427
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
likely boost leak.. just saying.. check the idle...

likely boost leak.. just saying.. check the idle hoses... or bad maf..
Forum: performance & modifications 09-24-2020, 03:28 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,994
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Added a hump to the oil pan.. Taking the car to...

Added a hump to the oil pan.. Taking the car to TGP tomorrow for testing and Barbers again on the 3-4. Hopefully the issue wont happen anymore.. I'll keep the group updated. Here's some pics..
...
Forum: projects & restorations 07-28-2020, 01:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,523
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I'm sure there are lots of upgrade options...

I'm sure there are lots of upgrade options available but for my application with 8 valve mild cam and stock converter auto trans I wanted the best possible power band..
Forum: projects & restorations 07-28-2020, 11:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,523
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Its been a few years so I guess I should update...

Its been a few years so I guess I should update this project.. Recently completed some upgrades/changes to this car..

Installed and wired microsquirt and injector dynamics ID1000cc injectors....
Forum: performance & modifications 07-28-2020, 10:10 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 144,916
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
So is there going to be a 2020 post? Considering...

So is there going to be a 2020 post? Considering all this covid crap what are your guys opinions on using a Dragy for 1/4 mile time? Its very very accurate.. I made a couple of passes last night in...
Forum: performance & modifications 07-10-2020, 11:00 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,994
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Oil Starvation road race b230

Hey guys has anyone experienced any oil starvation issues after making hard left hand turns while accelerating.. Working on getting our chump/champ car back into racing action and took it to a track...
Forum: performance & modifications 04-16-2020, 08:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,250
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Good info.. Something I will be looking into...

Good info.. Something I will be looking into shortly.

-Sam
Forum: performance & modifications 02-18-2020, 12:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,058
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
If you turn the boost down how well does it rev?...

If you turn the boost down how well does it rev? Boost pressure can def lower the available spring pressure on an intake valve.
Forum: performance & modifications 02-12-2020, 02:41 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,824
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I ran a meth kit on my 8v wagon back in the day...

I ran a meth kit on my 8v wagon back in the day and it made a huge difference. Single nozzle before the throttle body..
Forum: events 01-21-2020, 11:42 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 23,482
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
About 90% sure I wont be able to make it but just...

About 90% sure I wont be able to make it but just in case i'll put it on the calendar
Forum: performance & modifications 12-13-2019, 02:46 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 144,916
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
https://a4.pbase.com/g12/11/299211/2/170175330.O8M...

https://a4.pbase.com/g12/11/299211/2/170175330.O8MSJHg4.jpg

It left soft but still runs good..
Forum: showroom 10-23-2019, 12:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,620
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I was looking back and I blew up the 8v in 2012.....

I was looking back and I blew up the 8v in 2012.. It sat for a few years before i got the JZ running.
Forum: showroom 10-22-2019, 02:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,620
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I had the boost as low as it would go so only...

I had the boost as low as it would go so only about 380-400whp..
Forum: showroom 10-22-2019, 10:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,620
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
some old IPD sport springs with billy's and some...

some old IPD sport springs with billy's and some IPD bars.. a few bushings here and there.
Forum: showroom 10-21-2019, 08:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,620
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
2JSWEDE at the track "not drag strip"

I had an opportunity to instruct for the local PCA "Porsche Club of America" this weekend at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham Alabama. Initially the plan was to drive my dad's freshly upgraded...
Forum: events 08-28-2019, 01:08 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 131,450
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
We should be there about lunch time on Thursday. ...

We should be there about lunch time on Thursday.

-Sam & Sarah:-P:-P
Forum: performance & modifications 08-07-2019, 11:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,513
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I've run a 100 wet shot before on an NA setup.....

I've run a 100 wet shot before on an NA setup.. Its fun till you have to refill the bottle.

-Sam
Forum: events 08-05-2019, 04:47 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 131,450
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Defiantly Sarah would be up for a shorter ride...

Defiantly Sarah would be up for a shorter ride but 2 hours in the car with me is enough to woof your cookies.

ohh and I aint skeerd of no dirt road..

-Sam
Forum: projects & restorations 05-31-2019, 09:01 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 84,710
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Awesome man.. Looking forward to seeing what it...

Awesome man.. Looking forward to seeing what it does..
Forum: performance & modifications 05-30-2019, 11:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,756
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
2J all day errday..

2J all day errday..
Forum: events 04-29-2019, 05:56 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 131,450
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
https://media.tenor.com/images/aab8c1c1fadad3322e2...

https://media.tenor.com/images/aab8c1c1fadad3322e23b273a643876b/tenor.gif
Forum: events 04-29-2019, 11:26 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 85,517
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
You were telling me you wanted to put an MS3 on...

You were telling me you wanted to put an MS3 on it.. Maybe even that Holley unit..

Great to see you guys again

-Sam
Forum: performance & modifications 04-05-2019, 09:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,310
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Not likely going to find that.. I assume you are...

Not likely going to find that.. I assume you are wiring it in and its not a PNP ecu.. I have tuned a few cars using the EMU ecu and its a decent piece but as far as volvo base maps go I seriously...
Forum: events 04-03-2019, 03:21 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 85,517
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I'd like to offer my garage for camping if anyone...

I'd like to offer my garage for camping if anyone is interested. Fairly clean and somewhat climate controlled space only

https://a4.pbase.com/g12/11/299211/2/169000005.NirEu5av.jpg


-Sam
Forum: performance & modifications 03-27-2019, 09:18 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,733
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
11's are doable with 8 valve head and a mild cam....

11's are doable with 8 valve head and a mild cam. I'v been 11.8's in both my wagon and grey sedan with the old 8valve. Both required a healthy shot of da NAWZ but no biggie.

...
Forum: website & board 02-06-2019, 04:49 PM
Replies: 255
Views: 96,356
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Money sent you sexy beast you..

Money sent you sexy beast you..
Forum: performance & modifications 01-22-2019, 04:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,670
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Lane at PTC has always been good for me.. ...

Lane at PTC has always been good for me..

-Sam
Forum: events 01-17-2019, 09:29 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 85,517
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
WOOT.. Marked on the calendar

WOOT.. Marked on the calendar
Forum: showroom 10-02-2018, 09:58 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,903
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
<iframe width="560" height="315"...

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_eUqm0s2WZc" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe>
Forum: events 10-01-2018, 03:52 PM
Replies: 235
Views: 67,530
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Big Thanks again for all those involved in making...

Big Thanks again for all those involved in making Mountain Meet such a good time.. Thanks to Wren for his nonstop cooking effort everything was delish. Kenny's ass was as sweet as always. Jared and...
Forum: events 09-17-2018, 04:30 PM
Replies: 235
Views: 67,530
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Just installed new rotors and pads on the...

Just installed new rotors and pads on the 2jswede.. Hope to flush the cooling system and maybe take a look at my engine braking in second gear wiring..
I'm planning on heading up Thursday and...
Forum: performance & modifications 09-17-2018, 07:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,394
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
Its always nice to find out when the problem is...

Its always nice to find out when the problem is actually solved..
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 07-19-2018, 01:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,803
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I had an issue where the machine shop setup my...

I had an issue where the machine shop setup my head by tipping the valve stems. Basically taking up the lash by grinding down the tip of the valve.. This caused an unforeseen issue with the tip of...
Forum: performance & modifications 07-05-2018, 02:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,124
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/6...

https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61BLQMpkw9L._SL1500_.jpg
Forum: aftermarket engine management 06-18-2018, 08:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,606
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I have always wondered the same thing. The only...

I have always wondered the same thing. The only thing I have to go on is that most factory ecu's use fuel cut for most over boost and rpm limiters.. I just assume they have figured it out..
I know...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-12-2018, 08:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,555
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I have run both in my 90 245.. The lowest outlet...

I have run both in my 90 245.. The lowest outlet temps I've seen out of the center vent is about 50 degrees on both air duster and R134a.. The pre 91 240 AC just sucks there is no way around that.. ...
Forum: events 06-08-2018, 02:39 PM
Replies: 235
Views: 67,530
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
We hit up the Dragon on the way to the meet last...

We hit up the Dragon on the way to the meet last year and it was exhausting and honestly there are better roads closer to the cabin in my opinion..

-Sam
Forum: performance & modifications 05-31-2018, 02:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,872
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I think you got your lines on the wrong ports. I...

I think you got your lines on the wrong ports. I screwed up and got both fronts and one rear on the same channel and had it like this for longer than I would like to admit. got it all sorted out and...
Forum: performance & modifications 05-09-2018, 04:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,189
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
I made 660whp on a crush bent 3inch exhaust on an...

I made 660whp on a crush bent 3inch exhaust on an old pt67 turbo.. It was a honda H22 but hey.. :rofl::rofl::rofl:
Forum: performance & modifications 05-09-2018, 03:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,189
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
You can take a large t3 flange turbo to well over...

You can take a large t3 flange turbo to well over 600whp.. No need to step up to the t4 unless you plan on going over 700whp..

-Sam
Forum: showroom 05-09-2018, 08:41 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 51,818
Posted By RoadRacer4Life
yep..

yep..
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