For those who are folowing this thread, I have moved the build thread to the Project Pad. I dont intend on making a dramatic exit so I chose to edit my thread to inform those who want to watch it. Here is a link to it.
http://theprojectpad.org/viewtopic.php? ... 3db7b4e6d0
This is my take on the CQ to S2 conversion. Here's the thing though, Im not doing it the way it is typically done. I got an AAN for a reason. actually many reasons.
Intake manifold doesn't route over the exhaust manifold, and it is as efficient flowing as they come stock.
ignition system is more efficient with Cam position sensor which eliminates Distributor mess.
Serpentine belt as opposed to three V-belts gives me more room up front. every inch counts with this build.
Front mounted radiator not that that makes a difference in general but, in this case it does.
Better t-belt set up with separate tensioner and water pump becomes stationary.
There are a bit more of them around than the 3B so better coverage on used parts.
No fuss no muss for tuning.
I picked up the motor and 01E 5sp trans, wiring harness, motronic computer with MTM stage 1+ already in it for about 2K, of course I had to pull them.
after pulling the motor, noticed that it was too clean for a motor with as many miles as the odo said. turns out it was just rebuilt. I got really lucky with alot of things on this build.
I decided to use as many OEM parts as I possibly could do. in order to save money in the long run, and for the future. Id rather not have a radiator specially built then have problems with it down the road. most everything Im doing to this car follows that same philosophy.
there will be a few things that will have to be specially built but only because its the most logical way to do it. for instance, I will be building an Air Over Water intercooler that I will be puting in place of the old rad and condenser. that is the most logical thing to do in this instance, and its the best way to engineer the induction system anyway.
I will still have a few things to finish and will keep anyone who is interested updated with the progress. hope to get it running and on the road by the first part of may.
here are a few pics. I have already done most of the work. sorry peeps.
feel free to ask me about anything I have done to this car.
http://theprojectpad.org/viewtopic.php? ... 3db7b4e6d0
This is my take on the CQ to S2 conversion. Here's the thing though, Im not doing it the way it is typically done. I got an AAN for a reason. actually many reasons.
Intake manifold doesn't route over the exhaust manifold, and it is as efficient flowing as they come stock.
ignition system is more efficient with Cam position sensor which eliminates Distributor mess.
Serpentine belt as opposed to three V-belts gives me more room up front. every inch counts with this build.
Front mounted radiator not that that makes a difference in general but, in this case it does.
Better t-belt set up with separate tensioner and water pump becomes stationary.
There are a bit more of them around than the 3B so better coverage on used parts.
No fuss no muss for tuning.
I picked up the motor and 01E 5sp trans, wiring harness, motronic computer with MTM stage 1+ already in it for about 2K, of course I had to pull them.
after pulling the motor, noticed that it was too clean for a motor with as many miles as the odo said. turns out it was just rebuilt. I got really lucky with alot of things on this build.
I decided to use as many OEM parts as I possibly could do. in order to save money in the long run, and for the future. Id rather not have a radiator specially built then have problems with it down the road. most everything Im doing to this car follows that same philosophy.
there will be a few things that will have to be specially built but only because its the most logical way to do it. for instance, I will be building an Air Over Water intercooler that I will be puting in place of the old rad and condenser. that is the most logical thing to do in this instance, and its the best way to engineer the induction system anyway.
I will still have a few things to finish and will keep anyone who is interested updated with the progress. hope to get it running and on the road by the first part of may.
here are a few pics. I have already done most of the work. sorry peeps.
feel free to ask me about anything I have done to this car.
