mrfred

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I'll start by saying that my engine performance goals are a 4000-7500 rpm powerband with no more than 550 ft-lbs of torque and 600 whp. I really like having a fast car, but my budget just won't allow an all out engine build. After talking with Aaron a bunch (probably to the point of annoyance) and reading around on the forums, I could find no reason not to go with a drop-in build. So, its underway.

A few highlights of the build parameters are:
- New style JE asymmetric skirt pistons in factory bore size. I have to wait a month to get these. Ugh. The motor has already been torn down and cylinders honed. Aaron said the piston-to-wall clearance is going to be about 0.0045".
- R&R steel rods. Lucas said the clearance on the rod bearings will likely be about 0.0016"-0.002".
- Keeping the balance shafts.
- Keeping the piston oil squirters.
- Kiggly HLA.
- Buschur modified oil pan.
- Cosworth crank scraper (via Buschur).
- ARP head studs and main bolts.

Power mods being done at the same time:
- English Racing port job on the head.
- MAP O2 eliminator with merge.
- MAP Rev3 intake manifold.
- Muffled test pipe.

For near term, I'll be staying with:
- BBK Full.
- MAP short runner exhaust manifold.
- HKS 272/278 cams (new version).
- ETS 3.5" intercooler.
- Factory MAF-based air metering.

My goal is to set the BBK Full E85-powered torque and whp record. Not sure my stock clutch will hold it, but I'm gonna give it a try. :-) Many thanks to English Racing for being patient with me on this. I've been bugging Aaron about this for almost a year.

kanyonkid

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Great choice.. Whats the timeframe for completion?

boostedwrx

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Awesome dude I can't wait to see what the BBK does full tilt after your build! Subscribed

JohnBradley

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No worries man, happy to see it coming together

drb

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Sounds like a very nice build! I wish English Racing was closer as I am considering doing drop ins as well. Better start saving for that new clutch now because this build with the BBK is going to be a bit much for the stock clutch.

Dan (drb)

vmrevo9

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should be some nice results after its done.

subscribed!

David Buschur

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Not trying to steal from Lucas but I have pistons on the shelf.

When you order the other parts from us please contact me direct so I can hook you up on pricing.

Best of luck.

David

Tuxevo

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Pure class, all the way.

localtoys73

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my stock clutch held to 475tq on a mustang dyno but you couldnt launch the car it wouldnt grab if you did. How many miles are on the motor? Will this be done on a dynojet?

mrfred

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Thanks David. PM'ing you...

codgi

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Can't wait to see how this plays out. I'll be doing something even simpler than this with ER next year hopefully

gsrboi80

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Good luck with the build man def will stay tuned for results. And I agree with above that was stand up Dave good stuff.

binky

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Good luck with the build mrfred. Your in good hands with ER, as you know.

Looking forward to pics and results!


-Bink

NOMIEZVR4

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I'm glad you started this thread. I feel as if I am on the same page as you!
My power goals are the same and of course I have a limiting budget where an all out built is out of the question.

Approximation: how much do you think this project of yours will cost?
Labor cost?
Parts cost?

mrfred

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Prices vary on drop-in builds. Depends on the parts choice and how efficient the shop is at doing the work. I definitely would only have it done at a shop that knows the 4G63 really well. Since you're in the Chicago area, you might want to contact AMS or David Buschur. I know that David does a bunch of drop-ins.