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#badassperformance #shelbyz new 2.4L #srt4 bullet re-timed cams with gauge and adjustable sprockets added. Bottom end ready for power! Old #poweredbybreeze engine pulled. Good news is head might be OK! mmmmm #ramennoodles
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#badassperformance #shelbyz new 2.4L #srt4 engine landed in the #srtz. Luckily same mounts as old #poweredbybreeze 2.4L engine. Clearance the block for the starter, mount clutch and modify oil pan for return bung (why do people paint aluminum?) are a couple of the items that took longer than anticipated. Oie, feeling the time crunch. mmmmm #frozentamales
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#badassperformance #shelbyz new 2.4L #srt4 engine swap update. Was very hot and humid day today but still made some progress. Mounted exhaust side after putting a little #tigglue on a couple cracks in header. Modified my old home made #poweredbybreeze 2.4L intake manifold to fit the newer #srt #turbo head. Finished assembling rest of engine mounts and completed some misc stuff including welding a cracked throttle bracket. Speaking of cracks, noticed the old engine cylinder 2 has a decent crack in it. Hmmmm. Brunch was a tasty bagel with cream cheese and beef slices and one good meal this weekend, dinner #bangkokbelly #mixed vegetables with chicken - extra spicy mmmmm
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#badassperformance #shelbyz new 2.4L #srt4 engine swap update. Tonight the new #atidamper came in and installed it. Always a bit nerve racking hand drilling into the crankshaft to pin it in place while aligning the trigger wheel, luckily #fueledbynachos .... last night forgot to update but re-installed #aeromotive pump controller after getting back from getting checked out among some other smaller items with a cream cheese beef jalapeño sandwich...more to come *fingers crossed* for #hrdw2018
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BadAssPerformance
why do people paint aluminum?
To stop it from corroding in humid conditions. (like over winter cold storage) ;)
Trick is you gotta have the right paint or it will look like Poop!
BTW, Coming along nicely my friend!!!!! :nod::clap::thumb:
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Shadow
To stop it from corroding in humid conditions. (like over winter cold storage) ;)
Trick is you gotta have the right paint or it will look like Poop!
BTW, Coming along nicely my friend!!!!! :nod::clap::thumb:
I suppose that's a fair reason. I guess I'd prefer a thin layer of rust preventative instead tho :)
Thanks! been givin it for a while now trying to get it to DW again!
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Update from Saturday Sept 1
#badassperformance #shelbyz new 2.4L #srt4 engine swap update. During the week slow progress with other obligations, replace wheel bearings and rotor on #driftkota (new rotors came with race installed and one spun in casting!) etc. So parts came in and amped it up tail end of week. New #fluidyne radiator came in on time and made mounts and drain using #millerwelders added then mounted up. New Turbo oil supply lines made. Cleaned and some new fittings on oil filter/distribution housing. Repaired cracks in alternator bracket and heat shield. ...more to come *fingers crossed* for #hrdw2018
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#badassperformance #shelbyz new 2.4L #srt4 engine swap update. Walk around pics result of a productive Saturday have it 95% only a week later after going in ...more to come *fingers crossed* for #hrdw2018
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Update from Sunday Sept 2
#badassperformance #shelbyz new 2.4L #srt4 engine swap update.
Got the Z running this morning then fixed a leak (drain remove test radiator... is that a radiator fan or intercooler fan? 😉 ), set fuel pump controller, set idle, set base timing (was only off a degree!), changed start-up oil and just drove around 10.5 miles. Seems to run OK... exhaust says it could use a tune... if it's not raining tomorrow morning going to head to #greatlakesdragaway first thing for some tuning and test hits ...more to come *fingers crossed* for #hrdw2018
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Update from Monday Sep 3rd
#badassperformance #shelbyz update.
Last night put the gym shoes on to go to #greatlakesdragaway for some tuning then this morning called the track to confirm they were open and headed that way. Unfortunately, #mothernature wasn’t having it and drenched the area. Took the car home and then headed back out to pick up the #dragweek #battlewagon to start prep on it. Put the radials back on the car for some street miles and adjusted the VE table to idle a little better. Capped the evening off by bolting the hitch on the Z to get ready for some #ballsoutracing ...more to come *fingers crossed* for #hrdw2018
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BadAssPerformance
JT,
How did clearances for the starter go? What starter did you use? Part numbers? Advice?
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It was 25 years ago today, January 26, 1994, that this redheaded temptress entered my life. At that time, I was just excited to get my first Chrysler Turbo II powered car and had no idea that this 1987 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z would be the catalyst that would generate such a passion for the Shelby Dodge and Turbo Mopar vehicles. Through these badass little cars, I’ve met so many awesome people and made some good friends along the way. Although I have a few of these cars now, this one keeps me coming back for more. I have learned so much with modifications, engine and trans swaps, carnage, fabrication, more carnage, rinse, repeat, etc. Even a bit painful at times, the result is a feeling of accomplishment firing it up and tons of fun driving it and participating at SDAC, DragWeek and as many other events as I can. It’s hard to put so much history in so few of pictures, but here are some highlights of the different build combinations and many tracks, events, and even a couple of the fun locations it’s been to, Chrysler Tech Center CTC and the Dodge Mansion too! It’s been a long road and I look forward to more years to come.
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Great pics! Take good care of my favorite turbo Z.....You guys really represent us well!
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Congratulations JT. That's a long time. Glad to see that you still have a fire burning for the car, and the club.
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Warren Stramer
Great pics! Take good care of my favorite turbo Z.....You guys really represent us well!
Thanks Warren, that means a lot to hear that we dig each other's g-bodys, I only hope one day this one is as nice as yours! :) Hope to see you at SDAC-29 this year
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Congratulations JT. That's a long time. Glad to see that you still have a fire burning for the car, and the club.
Thanks Cordes, yeah it's hard sometimes, with so many other projects that don't get touched this one gets all the attention, LOL!
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Way to Represent JT!!!! :clap:
Running with you guys at Drag Week is still on my bucket list!!!! :)
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Jeesz JT, How many sets of wheels do have for the Z anyway?
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JTs car is just BAD ---!!!
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Shadow
Way to Represent JT!!!! :clap:
Running with you guys at Drag Week is still on my bucket list!!!! :)
Thanks Rob, and c'mon out, the more the merrier!
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Warren Stramer
Jeesz JT, How many sets of wheels do have for the Z anyway?
LOL, keep in mind this was over 25 years! But since you asked, here are approximate combos over time
Street tires
- original crabs 1994-2007
- SRT-4 wheels 2007-2017
- ASA wheels 2017-current
Slicks & Skinnies
-20x8x14 MT - steel 1996-1997
-22x8x15 MT - Crabs 1998-2000
-24.5x8.5x15 M&H - Prime 5-spokes and Centerline AutoDrag skinnies 2000-2001
-24.5x8.5x15 M&H - Bogarts 2001-current
...the SRT4 wheels are on my POSRT4 daily driver now LOL
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JTs car is just BAD ---!!!
LOL thanks!