Hello all,
I've peaked around thieseforums for a few months now without registering, but figured it was time so I could post my situation.
I'm currently building a 99 3000gt base. The original plans were to build a DOHC for obvious simplicity reasons. However, many of my plans regarding this car are to make it unique to the 3s community. I've strongly considered building and turbo'ing the SOHC that's in it already. These motors are not proven on our platform due to the TT motor swapping right in, just entertaining the idea of doing something different.
I've already got the AWD conversion started, so drivetrain strength isn't an issue. Also, fabricating the turbo kit/etc. is not an issue either.
When it comes down to it, I'm just not familiar with this motor like I am the DOHC. However, the idea of having a completely unique build really entices me.
After research, I'm still not completely sure about a few things.
- Do they make any forged pistons for these motors yet? Or would I still need to get them custom made?
- Is Megasquirt still the best solution for tuning? How is it for tuning ease and driveability?
- Whats the story on ignition? Just the coil needs upgrading?
- Aside from all basics (bottom end/fuel/tune/etc.), what else do these motors require to break the 500whp mark?
If I were to begin going at this right now, it would look something like this...critique away!
-Forged crank
-Stock rods
-Forged pistons (need some info on rings here as it seems to be a weak spot)
-ported heads
-cams
-DSM head bolts (i think I read these were stronger) and metal headgasket
-fuel (are the fuel rails ok on these?)
-over trans turbo kit built my me
-3000gt tt drivetrain
I'm strongly considering building this! Would be one confused 3000gt! Let me know!