Project Phoebe Build Thread - 12v T3.0L/A670

[nmw2006]

Just wanted to give a quick update as I haven't been online much lately.

Been working on replacing/upgrading suspension bushings + motor/trans mounts recently, sourced new front hubs/bearings and other front end parts. Transmission is still in pieces as i haven't had the initiative to tear into it again.

Did a bunch of de-riceing to the chassis also. I.E. PO put carbon fiber wrap on EVERYTHING he could get his hands on, lights were all painted up, stickers everywhere, etc.

Unfortunately I just got kicked back to part time at my job, so toy funds are going to be limited again...I hate having to work on such a tight budget, but bills and school loans take precedence.

[Wiscoballer]

guessing civic...

[nmw2006]

ROFL.... I wouldn't desecrate my motor like that.

[paduster]

so what is it

[MC#4]

All this time has passed and you still haven't revealed what it even is!?

[Sundance 6g72]

i would love to put a g72 into a civic hatch

[Irocelectric93]

Nah. I'd love to put a g72 into a conquest transmission would be the issue

[Sundance 6g72]

it has been done. dude used some chevy autotrans

[turbovanman²]

All this time has passed and you still haven't revealed what it even is!?

I know, gay,

[nmw2006]

LOL you guys crack me up...the real reason I haven't said anything up to this point is that I was researching the feasibility of using different platforms and stock parts such as motor mounts, etc.

I have had chances to buy many different cars and/or rolling chassis, and I didn't want to say anything while I was still making up my mind.

I have looked at some Eagle vehicles, a couple small Mitsus, a Colt, an Omni, many different actual 3.0L cars, and even a Geo metro..

Anyhow, I have decided to go with my original plan and have been slowly building the chassis as per previous few posts.

Car is a rust-free, red, 1995 Plymouth Neon ACR. Front hubs have been converted to Shadow parts and bigger brake setup to make things easier. Complete poly suspension bushing kit is in the process of being installed. Interior is stripped out with plans for a custom dash and seats and possibly a cage. Looking into one of RBryants coilover setups as I want to use this for autocross and road racing. (And maybe some drag passes to show up the local ricer crowd)

Car is currently in storage unit due to no place to store it at my place, so I can't do any major (engine) work on it in accordance with rules. I NEED to find a trailer to put it on/in so I can ditch the $150/month storage unit. That way I can keep it at my place and actually work on it. I will trade my Spirit for a decent trailer if anyone knows of one.

Will try to get some pictures of it soon but its kind of buried at the moment plus I don't want to move it very far for fear of destroying the new front bearings...no axles in it. I have a set of 4 wheel dollies that I need to put together and get it up on so it is easier to move..right now that consists of using a floor jack under the front end.

Hope this makes some of you guys a little happier, but unfortunately I don't anticipate it running in the near future. I just don't have the room or funds to get it running when I have 2 running cars for transportation and it is quite simply put a project. So I will continue to do little bits and pieces as i have money and time.

[Sundance 6g72]

plus 1 on the neon

should be relatively easy

[MC#4]

Yeah I a 3.0 neon would be sweet. I do recall seeing a supercharged 3.0 neon a while back somewhere.

[Vigo]

Heh, saw that coming.

[nmw2006]

Well here you go for the "Picture Book" crowd.

My tiny "temporary garage".


Phoebe's First Pictures. Poor girl needs a bath. Note extra motor and trans under workbench. Plus parts for probably 2 more in totes












Engine #1 all sealed up and awaiting accessories.


Couple of trans pictures minus the guts.




Trans + parts on my new "workbench" IE. old kitchen table. Gonna try this rebuild thing again.

[nmw2006]

I need to find a manual steering rack for my baby. Any clues? They are unobtanium from the dealer, parts stores, internet without a core or $200+.

I may just end up looping the rack in my ACR to keep the 16:1 quick steering.

[paduster]

when u find out let me know

[Irocelectric93]

Where did you get the adjustable cam gears?

[MC#4]

Where did you get the adjustable cam gears?

They look like RPW's to me.

[nmw2006]

Yes they are from RPW out of Australia. Bought them quite a while ago and finally going to put them to use.

[Tbird232ci]

I need to find a manual steering rack for my baby. Any clues? They are unobtanium from the dealer, parts stores, internet without a core or $200+.

I may just end up looping the rack in my ACR to keep the 16:1 quick steering.

It's been a while, but Neon guys use P-body racks. I remember reading that the P-body rack can be had in a 14:1 ratio. Look around neons.org I know the info is over there.