What is up 3Si?! Long time no post (aside from social media, hookin' up enthusiasts with wheels/tires/sponsorships, and tuning-related shenanigans lol)
This third build dubbed Panda v3 has been 2+ years in the making since I lost the entire powertrain with v2 at 550-wheel. Basically, I opted for a broader powerband, more top-end, and something totally drastic and unique to remain the lightest and fastest "street 3/S" in SD/SoCal.
Without further ado... preview pictures! I used my vacation from work last week to get the ball rolling.
The madness awaits...
Wrinkle black PC'd goodies for a more subtle look underhood
2000*F cerakote-coated brand new IPS TD05 manifolds + housings
Choices! I still am one of the few out here that installs and tunes a variety
I intended to maintain "all black" underhood but could not resist minor flare
4-bolt is fully assembled, timed, and prepared to drop-in!
Perks of being a manager heh �� My initial, first set to tune on: O.Z. Racing Ultraleggera wrapped in 100Y 240/AA/A Toyo Proxes T1 Sport! Second set will be 275/35R18 Nitto NT-05 140/AA/A (or comparable)
Mm six of these bad boys will be feeding my AEM EMS Series 2
Drivetrain:
-Jacks transaxle + extra Kormex
-Quaife front LSD
-Jacks TC + extra rebuilt TC by Larry "RealMcCoy"
-David "My923ksl" custom trans mount
-SPEC 4+ clutch
-RPS LWFW
-3SX SS line
Cooling:
-GT300 hood
-Koyo half core racing radiator (from Steven and STM Austin)
-2-3 switched fans (incl. oil)
-TBD: transfer IPS racing oil pan
-TBD: custom ducting/shrouding
-TBD: Setrab oil cooler
Interior:
-Corbeau racing seats
-Momo hub w/ NRG QR
Exterior:
-Cianci widebody front fenders (FG)
-CF combat wing (from Gabber's VR-4)
-GT300 hood (mentioned in cooling above)
-Aerocatch locking top-mount hood latches
-Full 1999 body conversion
Deletes/reduction/relocates:
-A lot... lol A/C incl. evaporator, CC, AA, Alt. bracket, 15-20lbs of wires/relays underhood, all interior carpet/panels except dash, complete audio, ABS, impact beams+mounts, rear wiper assembly, rear trans bracket, etc. etc. etc.
-TBI: de-powered/manual-converted steering rack from Aaron "drweldin" with AWS+PS delete
(Much more not mentioned here)
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//edit// 12-22-2017 updated
Panda v.3 VR-4's initial tuning numbers! 370AWHP VD SAE (~480bhp) at WG 11psi creeping to 14-15psi, CONSERVATIVE 13* timing, and 100% maxed RC550's on Pump-E85 haha! Awesome power potential from the get-go... another 10psi should land me deep into the 500's - yee!
Next step is ironing out some details with various improvements and shoot for 450-550AWHP. Final efforts will be 550-600 or wherever I end up as icing on the cake lol! Once I overpower the current tires, I will get some 275 or 285mm extreme summer or competition tires mounted on my Gram Lights set.
very cool, have you ever used the AEM AQ-1 in combination with a series 2? I really like the idea of the car always logging and the series 2 space is just so limited, I pull logs daily and its a pain in the butt. I think with the AQ-1 I could use the AEMNET connection and put like a 32GB SD card in it and log forever.
very cool, have you ever used the AEM AQ-1 in combination with a series 2? I really like the idea of the car always logging and the series 2 space is just so limited, I pull logs daily and its a pain in the butt. I think with the AQ-1 I could use the AEMNET connection and put like a 32GB SD card in it and log forever.
Hey Chris! I have heard of and seen that! That reminds me of using the GReddy RSS to internally log a pull with the EMU years ago lol. That is something that I would definitely consider buying and using if/when I roadcourse the car How is yours coming along? Content now? hehe
Thanks! I plan to post more as I have a buuuuunch of goodies to list for sale for other members (chrome VC's, ETS FMIC kit, 2G short shifter new, chrome plenum, etc.)
Haha! Thanks Nomie. The last time that I tuned/rode in/drove a TD05 3/S was at least five years ago. I definitely do not mind lessening the torque hit for that freight train top end
LOL! I will once you switch parties... J/K! (No political posts please! hahaha) Thanks though! I keep on lagging on deciding on planning the next meet here or in Anaheim, but you should drive down sometime!
Hey Chris! I have heard of and seen that! That reminds me of using the GReddy RSS to internally log a pull with the EMU years ago lol. That is something that I would definitely consider buying and using if/when I roadcourse the car How is yours coming along? Content now? hehe
Its coming along pretty good. I think I solved a major issue I was having with the part throttle tune on the aem. The 2500-2700 RPM breakup/lean misfire spot I was telling you about.
I have noticed since it is in the 30s that the turbos will try to surge in this area. -3 PSI and very light throttle. Any tiny bit of throttle avoids it. Perhaps a unique problem I have with the bigger motor on the little turbos.
I was running the aem map sensor in the plenum and I had a theory that maybe the surging was pulsing something, even though I couldn't see it in the logs. I setup the map sensor on the firewall with 6 inches of hose and the fueling issue improved, but was not gone. I changed the line to 10 inches and today it was gone and the fuel map is much smoother now. I'm hoping this is the fix.
Appreciate the kind words! Yeah, it was tough not parting out seeing as I am essentially working with a "shell" lol... as I told another owner on IG: inspire and be inspired! ?
Its coming along pretty good. I think I solved a major issue I was having with the part throttle tune on the aem. The 2500-2700 RPM breakup/lean misfire spot I was telling you about.
I have noticed since it is in the 30s that the turbos will try to surge in this area. -3 PSI and very light throttle. Any tiny bit of throttle avoids it. Perhaps a unique problem I have with the bigger motor on the little turbos.
I was running the aem map sensor in the plenum and I had a theory that maybe the surging was pulsing something, even though I couldn't see it in the logs. I setup the map sensor on the firewall with 6 inches of hose and the fueling issue improved, but was not gone. I changed the line to 10 inches and today it was gone and the fuel map is much smoother now. I'm hoping this is the fix.
Ah! That is great to hear! I hope to have similar success since I will be running a line to my PLX MAP module too. I have only had the MAP directly connected to the upper plenum on Mark and Rob's VR-4's, but then I later moved Mark's sensor to his Vibrant vacuum block; car drives so smoothly too! I would not be surprised if your solution does hold up!
Anyone know where I can get a coolant filler neck, the Auto Parts stores don't seem to have any, same for eBay & Amazon?
The one I have is rusted all to hell
#25 in the image below (for 94 Stealth RT/TT)
It looks like most places no longer stock these and $140 is a bit ridiculous from those who do. Anybody know anyone who mades the silicone replacement or something?
On the diagram it's 11756P
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My car likes to overheat after I do some hard pulls. No water in the oil and it doesn't go out the exhaust. What happens is the coolant boils in the overflow tank and pours out overflow drain hose.
All the threads I've read said it's a blown head gasket. It doesn't overheat if I'm not going...
Just wanted to get some opinions before I order.
I am a set it and forget it kind of guy. Adjustability and change only causes problems for me lol.
At first I was going to do the turbosmart MBC and turbosmart boost guage. Now I am looking at the Hallman pro kit MBC. Turbosmart seems to have...
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How is yours coming along? Content now? hehe
