Chủ Nhật, 30 tháng 10, 2016

Shaved, wire tucked, and custom engine bays? part 26

D Money 08-05-2012 11:06 PM

[quote="EvileyeZ88"]Subaru bays are hard to tuck, and expensive.

Not everyone has deep pockets :lol:[/quote]

No they're not. We all paved the way to make it easy for everyone. I answer every single pm I get about them to this day.

Expensive? I know a shell for sale with a bay thats already done. Cheap too ;)
Smurftastic 08-05-2012 11:43 PM

[quote="D Money"]

No they're not. We all paved the way to make it easy for everyone. I answer every single pm I get about them to this day.

Expensive? I know a shell for sale with a bay thats already done. Cheap too ;)[/quote]

I may need to send a pm your way eventually. After I relocate the battery and fuse box, there are some things that I haven't seen in this thread or others regarding how to pull it off :)
D Money 08-06-2012 01:26 AM

[quote="Smurftastic"]

I may need to send a pm your way eventually. After I relocate the battery and fuse box, there are some things that I haven't seen in this thread or others regarding how to pull it off :)[/quote]

No problem
onesicksoob 08-06-2012 02:06 AM

[quote=Smurftastic;37754070]Thanks man appreciate it. Right now it's just a matter of investing in a quality battery relocation kit and then investing the time to relocate everything :)

@onesicksoob - while I have made some progress as noted above (notice, not only the fluid reservoir relocated to the trunk, but that whole side shaved down) I still have a LONG ways to go. Such is the life of a married man who works too much :)[/quote]
All in good fun, you have to start somewhere. :)
[quote=EvileyeZ88;37754613]Subaru bays are hard to tuck, and expensive.

Not everyone has deep pockets :lol:[/quote]

No harder than other vehicle make really, just Subaru people always seem to be ngine the rest of the world. I haven't spent any money I wouldn't have spent anyway doing mine, aside from $300 or so on the pedal box setup.
onesicksoob 08-06-2012 04:38 AM

It's a slow night...here is what I accomplished since my last post.

Holes filled
[IMG]http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx226/onesicksoob/1fc5681f.jpg[/IMG]

Ground smooth-ish. That was my last grinder disc. :facepalm:
[IMG]http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx226/onesicksoob/02d6a5f2.jpg[/IMG]
richy_21 08-14-2012 08:31 PM

whos a good company that sells battery relocation kits? Looking for it all if possible dont wanna have to piece it together if at all possible.
04ImprezaWRX 08-14-2012 09:19 PM

[quote="richy_21"]whos a good company that sells battery relocation kits? Looking for it all if possible dont wanna have to piece it together if at all possible.[/quote]

Taylor makes a nice kit! You can get a good deal on Amazon.
onesicksoob 08-15-2012 08:50 AM

If my calculations are correct I will have this all smoothed out with another eleventyfour billion hours of sanding.

[IMG]http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx226/onesicksoob/25C59F39-73B2-4638-875E-8BE9E7DF1917-3042-00000675EE4E3265.jpg[/IMG]
5lipstream 08-15-2012 01:07 PM

[quote=richy_21;37822567]whos a good company that sells battery relocation kits? Looking for it all if possible dont wanna have to piece it together if at all possible.[/quote]

[quote=04ImprezaWRX;37822901]Taylor makes a nice kit! You can get a good deal on Amazon.[/quote]


Don't get suckered in to buying a small-frame battery such as the Odyssey PC680 or similar. They simply are not up to the task - especially once they are relocated to the truck. I've gone through 2 of them before I gave up and just bought a full-size battery.

Also, no matter the size, stay FAR AWAY from "dry cell" batteries. If they are discharged below 8vdc EVEN ONCE, they are ruined. This information came straight from Odyssey.
5lipstream 08-15-2012 01:34 PM

This is pretty much how my bay is sitting right now. This is after "stage 1". This winter is when I break out the big guns and do the full tuck.

[IMG]http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn228/teknoshaman2000/My%20Rides/2003%20WRX/89101cd0.jpg[/IMG]

Plan:

[B]Brakes[/B]
* Relocate ABS unit using custom SS lines.
* Relocate brake biasing valve to the cabin under the dash.
* Relocate ABS sensor wires
* Relocate all hard lines on the firewall

[B]Harness[/B]
* Complete custom mil-spec harness with a single entry point through the firewall. The only OEM harness parts being reused are the sensor plugs. Anything not being used will be removed.
* Relocation of fuse box. I'm not ready to disclose the location yet.

[B]Bay[/B]
* Removal of every hole, bracket, or threaded boss not being used.
* Repainting
* Replacing OEM fan setup with custom FAL setup

[B]Other[/B]
* Most of the vac lines have already been "streamlined" and replaced with braided nylon AN lines, but I still plan on rerouting a couple for a cleaner appearance.
* Currently, my 2GA battery cable for the relocated battery is ran under the car. I'm going to reroute the cable through the passenger cabin.
Pidgeon 08-15-2012 02:49 PM

shiz looks awesome man
2point0 08-15-2012 02:59 PM

[quote=richy_21;37822567]whos a good company that sells battery relocation kits? Looking for it all if possible dont wanna have to piece it together if at all possible.[/quote]
Check out Summit Racing. They carry the Taylor and Moroso kits, as well as their house brand. I'll likely be going with the Summit Premium kit for my 'Stang.
richy_21 08-15-2012 09:13 PM

[quote="04ImprezaWRX"]

Taylor makes a nice kit! You can get a good deal on Amazon.[/quote]

Ooohhh yea I like that box!
richy_21 08-15-2012 09:15 PM

[quote="5lipstream"]

Don't get suckered in to buying a small-frame battery such as the Odyssey PC680 or similar. They simply are not up to the task - especially once they are relocated to the truck. I've gone through 2 of them before I gave up and just bought a full-size battery.

Also, no matter the size, stay FAR AWAY from "dry cell" batteries. If they are discharged below 8vdc EVEN ONCE, they are ruined. This information came straight from Odyssey.[/quote]

What battery do you recommend? I have a sub and amp. Thanks !
5lipstream 08-21-2012 01:02 PM

[quote=richy_21;37831766]What battery do you recommend? I have a sub and amp. Thanks ![/quote]


I bought a [URL="http://www.batteriesplus.com/product_search/39255-Group-34-AGM-Starting-Battery-SLI34AGM.aspx"]X2 Power with 770cca.[/URL]

Here it is in the trunk

[IMG]http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn228/teknoshaman2000/My%20Rides/2003%20WRX/A48F8D22-67D6-4D88-988D-4C98ADA147B6-14631-0000172BA88A6CF4.jpg[/IMG]
dub c 08-22-2012 01:24 AM

[B]ATTN: Fluid Mechanics Experts[/B]
Not sure if it has been addressed on here.
When it comes to relocating the power steering reservoir, can the inlet/outlet (to the reservoir) be anywhere in relation to level with the pumps suction/discharge?
richy_21 08-22-2012 11:07 AM

Ok so if i get the taylor box will 12 ft of wiring be enough? For the negative and the postive wiring? Thanks for the help 5lipstream!

Ill start my rides thread up shortly. I have the XS mini battery and it wasnt the best idea like 440 cca i believe. Since the car barely sees pavement
dub c 08-22-2012 09:16 PM

[quote=dub c;37876478][B]ATTN: Fluid Mechanics Experts[/B]
Not sure if it has been addressed on here.
When it comes to relocating the power steering reservoir, can the inlet/outlet (to the reservoir) be anywhere in relation to level with the pumps suction/discharge?[/quote]
Bump.
:derp:
sjs0433 08-23-2012 03:57 PM

Am I the only one that does not like a fully shaved bay? I love the semi-shaved bay that's just been cleaned up. Something about the super smooth look of a fully done bay looks unnatural.
Pidgeon 08-23-2012 04:14 PM

well, yes i think so haha the look of a engine sitting in the bay with no wires at all, is what makes it cool
onesicksoob 08-23-2012 04:30 PM

[quote=sjs0433;37889429]Am I the only one that does not like a fully shaved bay? I love the semi-shaved bay that's just been cleaned up. Something about the super smooth look of a fully done bay looks unnatural.[/quote]
If I am understanding you correctly I am with you. I could have easily welded sheet over everything and made it 100% smooth, but I like it better being able to still see the indents and all the spots I seam welded and things like that. I did weld shut all the holes and only put back the ones that are neccesary but in more discrete places. I re-did the every harness in the car for cleaner routing so there is only one hole for wiring in the firewall, the 2 lines to the heater core, and the throttle cable. Thet are all tucked in by the transmission tunnel.
sjs0433 08-23-2012 04:57 PM

^I'm with you.

I personally think the one 5lipstream posted above is perfect. It's cleaned up a lot but not so much that it looks fake.
onesicksoob 08-23-2012 05:49 PM

Oh you are talking tuck? That is a mess, wires and lines everywhere.
Smurftastic 08-24-2012 12:58 AM

Finally got around to ordering all the materials for the battery relocation. Picked up a distribution block as well - now time to to decide:

[B][I]Is a circuit breaker and 150 amp in-line fuse overkill?[/I][/B]
richy_21 08-24-2012 08:14 PM

[quote="Smurftastic"]Finally got around to ordering all the materials for the battery relocation. Picked up a distribution block as well - now time to to decide:

Is a circuit breaker and 150 amp in-line fuse overkill?[/quote]

Heck ya. Should do ours together lol
Smurftastic 08-24-2012 08:19 PM

lol works for me. I picked up the JEGS relocation kit, because it was the only one I could find that I KNEW would be big enough to fit the Optima battery. I also ordered a distribution block, but haven't picked up the breaker or in-line fuse yet.

You have a torch for the ring terminals?
dub c 08-25-2012 07:10 PM

:derp::derp::derp:
[quote=dub c;37876478][B]ATTN: Fluid Mechanics Experts[/B]
Not sure if it has been addressed on here.
When it comes to relocating the power steering reservoir, can the inlet/outlet (to the reservoir) be anywhere in relation to level with the pumps suction/discharge?[/quote]
Smurftastic 08-25-2012 10:43 PM

Did a little bit of work today... before and after:

[IMG]http://img715.imageshack.us/img715/261/29165404.jpg[/IMG]


[IMG]http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/6277/16381522.jpg[/IMG]
richy_21 08-26-2012 09:19 AM

[quote="Smurftastic"]lol works for me. I picked up the JEGS relocation kit, because it was the only one I could find that I KNEW would be big enough to fit the Optima battery. I also ordered a distribution block, but haven't picked up the breaker or in-line fuse yet.

You have a torch for the ring terminals?[/quote]

Nah I don't. But my buddy has a torch I believe. When we're you trying to do this?
Smurftastic 08-26-2012 10:32 AM

No idea at this point - probably a few weeks away :)
D Money 08-27-2012 11:39 AM

hats off to my homie Alex for doin it big!!

[img]http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/538671_10151359860820898_1311377933_n.jpg[/img]
lavid2002 08-27-2012 11:48 AM

How does that turbo not melt his clutch fluid reservoir?
subarutah 08-27-2012 12:07 PM

[quote=lavid2002;37912873]How does that turbo not melt his clutch fluid reservoir?[/quote]

just a shot in the dark and I could be wrong but I"m guessing the car never sees operating temperatures.

Beautiful tuck job none the less
vms150 08-27-2012 12:33 PM

It's also coated keeping SOME of the heat in and radiating less outward. Still hot but possibly works well enough to remedy the foreseeable problem.
StealthWRX 08-27-2012 01:02 PM

it's not as close as it looks:)
Pidgeon 08-27-2012 01:03 PM

Damn!!!!
D Money 08-27-2012 01:09 PM

Lmfao wow the only comments are about heat on from the dp? Forget the rest of the stuff like a custom one off manifold, milspec harness, headlight tubs, etc. You people crack me up
rocketperson7 08-27-2012 01:12 PM

How does he get to the front struts?
subarutah 08-27-2012 01:13 PM

[QUOTE=D Money;37913520]Lmfao wow the only comments are about heat on from the dp? Forget the rest of the stuff like a custom one off manifold, milspec harness, headlight tubs, etc. You people crack me up[/QUOTE

don't get me wrong D money it's a beautiful job and the attention to detail is amazing.

The intake manifold is definitely interesting and I'd be very curious as to how well it actually flows
Pidgeon 08-27-2012 01:16 PM

[quote="D Money"]Lmfao wow the only comments are about heat on from the dp? Forget the rest of the stuff like a custom one off manifold, milspec harness, headlight tubs, etc. You people crack me up[/quote]

I just admit I'm with this guy^^^
stevejones19 08-27-2012 01:28 PM

I'm pretty sure they noticed those things, they were just going a little beyond the obvious.
2point0 08-27-2012 01:29 PM

I dig the custom paint-matched hood struts.

:devil:
yaya20 08-27-2012 01:36 PM

[IMG]http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lojul1hoB91qgzuxc.jpg[/IMG]
altezza2impreza 08-27-2012 01:51 PM

That may have shocked a few people. I'm all for tucked and one offs but that's a bit over the top. I liked yours d. It looked useable still.
D Money 08-27-2012 02:07 PM

[quote=altezza2impreza;37913871]That may have shocked a few people. I'm all for tucked and one offs but that's a bit over the top. I liked yours d. It looked useable still.[/quote]

you might not have liked what I planned to do then lol because I wanted to go further then that.

Shaved raintray, tucked radiator, low mount turbo/exhuast out front bumper, tilton pedal box, false firewall, milspec harness under fender well, etc. Overall goal would have been something like this.

[img]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k65/themadchigga/cars/VAGs/48288223-M.jpg[/img]

[img]http://www.limkv.com/golfmkv/shaved.jpg[/img]
stevejones19 08-27-2012 02:54 PM

In a Subaru? That would be awesome. Any teasers yet?
Skuttle 08-27-2012 03:09 PM

I'm on the fence with this one. Maybe for a "show" Suby.
buddsautoparts.com 08-27-2012 03:18 PM

[quote="stevejones19"]In a Subaru? That would be awesome. Any teasers yet?[/quote]

He sold everything in his car don't think there is any eta or teaser as car is just a bare shell now
stevejones19 08-27-2012 03:19 PM

[quote="buddsautoparts.com"]

He sold everything in his car don't think there is any eta or teaser as car is just a bare shell now[/quote]

I meant his new plans. I was bummed when I saw the last one get parted out. :(
D Money 08-27-2012 05:14 PM

[quote="stevejones19"]

I meant his new plans. I was bummed when I saw the last one get parted out. :([/quote]

Lol don't be sad! Im coming back with something different and not as crazy. GTR, E92 M, or CL 63 AMG. :)
[quote="buddsautoparts.com"]

He sold everything in his car don't think there is any eta or teaser as car is just a bare shell now[/quote]

Haha!! Quoted for truth! The subie game died out to me. I've owned one since the wrx came to NA. Lol
C-Farm 08-27-2012 08:21 PM

[quote=D Money;37912830]hats off to my homie Alex for doin it big!!

[IMG]http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/538671_10151359860820898_1311377933_n.jpg[/IMG][/quote]

How do you get to the suspension? :confused:
WRX8XB 08-27-2012 09:02 PM

[quote=C-Farm;37916867]How do you get to the suspension? :confused:[/quote]

I'd guess they flip the top hat bolts and weld them to chassis prior to covering them. That way you can get to them from the wheel well. Camber adjustment my guess is just full negative :lol:
RScoobyy 08-27-2012 09:16 PM

[quote=rocketperson7;37913546]How does he get to the front struts?[/quote]
+1 :confused:
Smurftastic 08-27-2012 09:24 PM

[quote=D Money;37915638]
Haha!! Quoted for truth! The subie game died out to me. I've owned one since the wrx came to NA. Lol[/quote]

YOU THINK THIS IS A GAME!??!?!?! Ha.. couldn't resist.

You got rid of the IS right, what's next
buddsautoparts.com 08-27-2012 09:34 PM

[quote="D Money"]

Lol don't be sad! Im coming back with something different and not as crazy. GTR, E92 M, or CL 63 AMG. :)

Haha!! Quoted for truth! The subie game died out to me. I've owned one since the wrx came to NA. Lol[/quote]

Figured you would wanna do a shave,tucked,tubbed 89 loyale wagon with 750whp or something
D Money 08-28-2012 12:09 PM

Hahahahaha!! Yeah i want a boss mans car with crazy wheels and s/c or something. I can't build another car like my wrx, it takes too long and is suchhhhh a fukin headache lol
richy_21 08-28-2012 01:04 PM

[quote=Smurftastic;37906544]No idea at this point - probably a few weeks away :)[/quote]

Excellent gives me time. HAHA.
pete1978 08-28-2012 01:33 PM

yeah, my car looks nothing like this.... ;)
onesicksoob 08-28-2012 05:45 PM

Another week or so and I should have this thing running again. Hoses and lines and fittings and silicon couplers and junk like that sure do add up fast.

[IMG]http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx226/onesicksoob/0E3EC5AA-5D4E-4664-A77C-2B41C0B0D962-10662-00001649E4A8C6BF.jpg[/IMG]
stevejones19 08-28-2012 05:59 PM

Bleh I wish I had half the knowledge you guys have. I could never imagine shaving and tucking as much as most cars in here, but I'd definitely like to organize it a bit more.

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