BadBob's SR to LS Drift Build

[badbob2121]

Everything is about wrapped up, just need to connect the upper radiator hose, go and get a proper fitting lower radiator hose, connect vacuum to the brake booster, and connect the battery cable to the starter.



The intake didnt fit as planned, so Ill picking up some new piping to change that up, but thats no big deal.

[badbob2121]

Just wanted to share the information I received from some members on LS1Tech regarding the fittings on the fuel filter/regulator that were included in the Sikky kit.

The fittings included in the Sikky kit have a plastic insert and are a "snap on" style fitting, I have been informed that this style of fitting have potential to blow off due to high fuel pressure, sometimes resulting in a fire. (Please note this is not me bashing Sikky or their products)

Here is a picture of the plastic "snap on" fittings.. (even though the feed and return labeling is incorrect)


and the new improved fitting..



Needless to say, $40 in fittings for peace of mind is well worth it, so I just placed another order to summit racing. A few days delay in the startup, but the weather is supposed to be shit in STL anyway this weekend, so oh well..

[badbob2121]

It started!!

Tuesday was my last day working for the company I previously worked for, and decided to take the rest of the week off before starting at the new company.

Tuesday night my fittings finally arrived and I was able to finally attempt to start the car.. and it fired right up on the first try. IT WAS LOUD.. my neighbors hate me



Fixed a small coolant leak, wired up my E-fans, put on my y-pipe and went for a long drive today.



It is awesome, the MS4 Cam is sooo aggressive, its crazy. Running straight pipe is way too loud for the street, so Im going to an exhaust shop in the morning to have a Vibrant muffler mounted, which I plan to have a clamp in place so I can remove the muffler at the track.

[badbob2121]

I got my Vibrant muffler welded on today and it's much better. I went for a long drive today and love it. I will probably have my modded knuckles on and go in for a fresh alignment within a week or two, and then ill be all ready for the first event on April 6th.

[mechanicalmoron]

Well THAT was concise. And awesome.

[MyblackS13]

Nice build, engine set-up is similar to mine, except you have a meatier cam. I like the clean look of your Sil-80, what are your wheel and tire specs?

[Scott@FontanaNissan]

looks so good!

-Juan

[badbob2121]

Originally Posted by Scott@FontanaNissan

looks so good!

-Juan

Originally Posted by mechanicalmoron

Well THAT was concise. And awesome.

Originally Posted by MyblackS13

what are your wheel and tire specs?

Thanks guys, and they are 17x9 +12 with 225/45 all around

[badbob2121]

All has been good, just driving it in the evening when I can making sure all is good.




and I am registered for the first DriftSTL event this year on April 6th


I am going to put on my knuckles and everything next weekend, then go into my buddys shop for an alignmnet the following Monday. Ill post an update then

[badbob2121]

Went out and took some pics with some buddies this Friday..

8 - 6 - 4


and yesterday I finally put on the modded knuckles

I also finally put on some PBM Tie rod spacers to help with the extra tie rod length Ill need


I also picked up some High Angle Tension rods






got angle?


Im going in for alignment tomorrow, but I can already tell how awesome these knuckles are going to be.. cant wait for April 6th

[onehundredoctane]

Where did you route the steam port to that goes to the upper radiator hose?

[badbob2121]

Originally Posted by onehundredoctane

Where did you route the steam port to that goes to the upper radiator hose?

Yup, there's a pic on the previous page.

Here's the link where I bought the adapter
http://jagsthatrun.com/Pages/Parts_Cooling_LSI-tee.html

[Royal_T]

Sound really good bro.. Can't wait to see you rip in it..

[niscur29]

Originally Posted by badbob2121

Yup, there's a pic on the previous page.

Here's the link where I bought the adapter
http://jagsthatrun.com/Pages/Parts_Cooling_LSI-tee.html

I did the same....JTR made me an adapter with a 1/8 npt port and I put a 90deg nipple on it. Simple for $20 bucks.

[badbob2121]

Fresh alignment done


A pic of the current muffler I have. It's not permanent, because I honestly dont know what style exhuast I want yet.. but I like this for now.


The knuckles feel awesome, I did a few 3rd gear test runs and I cant believe the difference. Well worth the small cost and I recommend them 100% to anyone

[Silviastunter]

Man this thing is so gnarly. Looks good and sounds even better!

[badbob2121]

^Thanks dude!

I just found out that I was entered in the Wiring Specialties build contest, give me a like and share!

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...3695709&type=1

[badbob2121]

Found a deal on a inline PBM Hydro with Wilwood MC and lines that was too good to pass up..


and found a few shots from the last Import Face Off I drove...

[SR20PWRALTY]

Where did you order these fittings? Are the ones to the rail also improved? Mine popped of when I use to daily drive my car at the rail with my kids in it.

Great Build!

Originally Posted by badbob2121

Just wanted to share the information I received from some members on LS1Tech regarding the fittings on the fuel filter/regulator that were included in the Sikky kit.

The fittings included in the Sikky kit have a plastic insert and are a "snap on" style fitting, I have been informed that this style of fitting have potential to blow off due to high fuel pressure, sometimes resulting in a fire. (Please note this is not me bashing Sikky or their products)

Here is a picture of the plastic "snap on" fittings.. (even though the feed and return labeling is incorrect)


and the new improved fitting..



Needless to say, $40 in fittings for peace of mind is well worth it, so I just placed another order to summit racing. A few days delay in the startup, but the weather is supposed to be shit in STL anyway this weekend, so oh well..

[badbob2121]

Originally Posted by SR20PWRALTY

Where did you order these fittings? Are the ones to the rail also improved? Mine popped of when I use to daily drive my car at the rail with my kids in it.

Great Build!

Yes, I replaced all of the fittings (including the fuel rail fitting).

Here is a link for you
http://www.russellperformance.com/mc...fuel-efi.shtml

I believe summit sells them, just search for the part #

Well worth it!

[S-Nation S13]

damn .. clean ass build ! great work !!

[conrad_s13.5]

Driving this weekend!?!??!

[badbob2121]

Originally Posted by conrad_s13.5

Driving this weekend!?!??!

Hell yea I am, can't wait for tomorrow!!

[badbob2121]

The first event with the LS went awesome. It ran great and I had a blast. The power was instant and the knuckles were worth every penny..

a few pics I found..











There is a small event next week and another on June 8th.

[badbob2121]

Quick clip from Midnight Madness the other week..


Cars running great. The power steering pump gets hot pretty quick and starts making a slight howl after back to back runs.. I am already running a cooler, but I am looking into adjusting the pressure. If anyone has done this before, let me know!

Another event coming up on June 8th

[badbob2121]

Had another event this last weekend, had a great time. The track was awesome and it was a perfect day.













and a cell phone video of one of my runs..

[smokescreen240]

awesome! congrats on getting it started and drivable.

i find your Tag ironic. V8LOL.

[badbob2121]

(2min)

[soontoownahatch]

What fuel pump are you running in your tank and can you take/load a picture of the fuel setup leaving the stock location if you have time.

Thanks
Soontoownahatch

[badbob2121]

^^

I am running a Walbro 255, and you wanting pics of the feed and return hardlines? Its pretty simple since I am using the Sikky kit (Corvette filter/regulator setup). If you research it you should find everything you need.