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Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
07-23-2015, 04:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,225
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Another Autozone Gripe

They are not Autozone Batteries; They are Johnson Controls batteries with the Duralast sticker on them. Same as Advances "Autocraft" batteries.

My store will continue the warranty after a part has...
Forum: V6
07-23-2015, 04:20 PM
Replies: 2,075
Views: 100,752
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Another Turbo 2.8 in progress

Well I have probably more than doubled my HP once the setup was tweaked. Its a feeling like no other when the turbo spools and is worth every damn penny.

I'll have a few more videos posted to my...
Forum: V6
07-23-2015, 04:13 PM
Replies: 2,075
Views: 100,752
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Another Turbo 2.8 in progress

Ok buddy. If you would have left it unlocked, I would have gotten the reply I needed posted in the thread for all to see, Instead of having it PM'd to me by someone who figured it out.

So if you...
Forum: V6
07-23-2015, 03:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,649
Posted By willexoIX

Re: so what does a v6 turning 7K+ rpms sound like

LOL. Come race my turbo 2.8 Camaro.

Yea, I know. You guys missed me.
Forum: V6
06-02-2015, 07:30 PM
Replies: 2,075
Views: 100,752
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Another Turbo 2.8 in progress

Ok so. Because Six shooter wants to be a ****ing retard, i'm done with the forum.

Those who don't have my number, can get ahold of me through Ducky.

I'm OUT!
Forum: South East Region
06-02-2015, 07:30 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

Ok so. Because Six shooter wants to be a ****ing retard, i'm done with the forum.

Those who don't have my number, can get ahold of me through Ducky.

I'm OUT!
Forum: V6
06-02-2015, 09:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: V6 mini starter?? Where??

I appreciate that, I just dont have the funds to toss around to test a bunch of them.
Forum: V6
06-02-2015, 05:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: V6 mini starter?? Where??

Will this fit the 148 tooth 2.8 flywheel? That is neither 168 nor 153.... Do you have a 2.8/3.1/3.4 with one of these starters on it to make sure it works? I want facts here.
Forum: V6
06-01-2015, 11:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: V6 mini starter?? Where??

This looks to be close. Thoughts?

New Starter Chevy 3 High Performance High Torque Mini 168 Tooth 9000899 6449 | eBay
Forum: V6
06-01-2015, 09:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: V6 mini starter?? Where??

I had figured that was the case, but all the ones I came across had them in line.

Just looking to find one quick that may have been used before, cause I can't use the ball flange with the stock...
Forum: V6
06-01-2015, 08:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: V6 mini starter?? Where??

350's bolt holes are directly across from one another IIRC, the 2.8/3.1/3.4 have staggered bolt holes so no.

I'm not looking to adapt anything. If you don't have pertinent information on a direct...
Forum: V6
06-01-2015, 06:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,970
Posted By willexoIX

V6 mini starter?? Where?? Read first post BEFORE you respond.

Searched and all I found were dead links and he said she said....

What mini starters will Definitively work with our 2.8/3.1/3.4? 148 tooth flywheel. 2.8 starter has STAGGERED mounting bolt holes....
Forum: South East Region
05-31-2015, 08:05 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

Bout time Joe! Now you need to come to some meets!!!
Forum: South East Region
05-31-2015, 08:01 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

The anticipation is killing me. Here is the home made hybrid t3/t4 mounted; So perfect I don't have to modify a thing. Just gotta put a silent recirc valve on the intake.

Just wish I didn't have...
Forum: South East Region
05-31-2015, 11:38 AM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

Says the one who gets caught on road reflectors, LMAO.

I did 1 1/2 or so in the front and around 1 1/4 in the back. I put 16's on it though. I don't have to drive it like its lowered, and unless...
Forum: V6
05-30-2015, 06:36 PM
Replies: 2,075
Views: 100,752
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Another Turbo 2.8 in progress

****in right I was, lol. Perfect fit. Just gotta bring the whole thing with me so they can size everything in the rebuild and balance the assembly. I'll bring it to the diesel shop in 2 weeks with my...
Forum: South East Region
05-30-2015, 05:58 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

Sneak Preview.....



MuhahahahahahahahahahahhahahahahHAHAHAHA!

Giggle.
:driving:
Forum: V6
05-30-2015, 05:50 PM
Replies: 2,075
Views: 100,752
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Another Turbo 2.8 in progress

Just a mock up, but sneak preview of things to come...

I love how somehow, some way; the things I want to do to the car just kinda fall into my lap.

You F*N rock Ducky.
Forum: South East Region
05-30-2015, 10:06 AM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

What condition is the black carpet in?
Forum: South East Region
05-30-2015, 10:05 AM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

I dont have a keg, but we can play poker on my hood while the car is down, lol.

That sounds like a great idea Joe; plenty of notice to plan it out too.

Hey Jim, any word on another Ft. Desoto...
Forum: South East Region
05-29-2015, 04:54 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

NICE! I remember that feeling!
Forum: South East Region
05-28-2015, 08:14 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

What was your question Jim?
Forum: V6
05-28-2015, 12:50 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,230
Posted By willexoIX

Re: The ultimate iron headed turbocharging guide

Ill know more Sat when I get the turbo.
Forum: V6
05-28-2015, 12:44 PM
Replies: 2,075
Views: 100,752
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Another Turbo 2.8 in progress

Well I was done with the thread, but I will close with this.

In less than 10,000 miles, the turbine is rubbing the housing, and the journal bearing surface is gouged. This even with an adequate...
Forum: South East Region
05-28-2015, 12:25 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

So finally got ahold of a reputable diesel shop that has all Garrett stuff in stock, and custom builds their rebuild kits to order.

Being I just discovered that the turbine was rubbing the exhaust...
Forum: South East Region
05-28-2015, 12:19 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

-8 wouldn't hurt but I see no reason for -10 unless you are doing a power adder or big HP build (500+).

I could be mistaken though...
Forum: V6
05-27-2015, 08:00 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,230
Posted By willexoIX

Re: The ultimate iron headed turbocharging guide

I think the backing plate and such might bolt up, Just hope its the dynamic seal backing plate. That would be perfect if it did. Then I wouldn't have to do an assload of modifications again...
Forum: South East Region
05-27-2015, 06:48 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

Before long I'll be 3.4 equipped too Gary :burnout:

3.4 Liters of RAW POWER!
Forum: V6
05-27-2015, 06:45 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,230
Posted By willexoIX

Re: The ultimate iron headed turbocharging guide

Besides, the size of the exhaust housing would look ****ing AWESOME in the engine bay, LOLOL
Forum: V6
05-27-2015, 06:44 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,230
Posted By willexoIX

Re: The ultimate iron headed turbocharging guide

I think what I am going to do, is make a flange that'll taper the exhaust into only one side of the turbo, effectively making it a .58AR housing. If it is truly a twin scroll, I will block the side...
Forum: V6
05-27-2015, 05:09 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,230
Posted By willexoIX

Re: The ultimate iron headed turbocharging guide

Based on what Ducky said was on the tag its probably this one.

Pic of flange...
Forum: South East Region
05-27-2015, 12:44 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

2 whole cans of PB blaster, a whole propane tank for a torch, 3 chisels, long *** prybar, and an engineers hammer and I STILL can't get the cartridge to separate from the exhaust housing. AND a big...
Forum: V6
05-27-2015, 12:26 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,230
Posted By willexoIX

Re: The ultimate iron headed turbocharging guide

Unsure until I get it. Think its a 60-1 on the compressor.
Forum: V6
05-27-2015, 11:19 AM
Replies: 1,861
Views: 94,770
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Fasteddis Turbo 3.1/3100 Hybrid

Going for broke. Need a smaller hotside...
Forum: V6
05-27-2015, 11:00 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,230
Posted By willexoIX

Re: The ultimate iron headed turbocharging guide

Necropost here, But......

Hey Dave, what exhaust housing would I use on this turbo? A standard T3 60-80 AR?

How about the housing off my current ****ed turbo?

Or point me in the direction of...
Forum: South East Region
05-27-2015, 09:13 AM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

Well thanks to D-bag, I can't rebuild this turbo. He rounded off 2 of the bolts holding the exhaust housing on, and they are both in spots where I can't cut or drill them out. No room to get the 12pt...
Forum: South East Region
05-26-2015, 06:48 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

And thats what an ebay rebuild would do. When I installed the turbo it had no shaft play. Within 1000 miles it had the death whine.

Last time I buy anything off these forums. No offense....
Forum: V6
05-26-2015, 04:49 PM
Replies: 2,075
Views: 100,752
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Another Turbo 2.8 in progress

Hey Chris, **** you.

:end thread:
Forum: South East Region
05-26-2015, 03:08 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

Hehe, If I blow compressed air through the oil feed on the turbo, you can hear it coming out of the breather in the valve cover, LOL.

Looks like that needs a rebuild too. Bet it had an ebay...
Forum: South East Region
05-26-2015, 03:05 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

Trust me, It's very easy to learn, and once you do, you don't have to wait for someone else to do it. You can just do it yourself.

That is what pushed me to learn, and since then I have built 2...
Forum: South East Region
05-26-2015, 03:00 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

You're a baller; Just get the TIG, lol. Way better than a MIG.
Forum: V6
05-26-2015, 02:55 PM
Replies: 2,075
Views: 100,752
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Another Turbo 2.8 in progress

SO......

If I put 10-20 psi from the air compressor, through the oil feed on the turbo, guess what happens?

Air comes out of the valve cover...

Looks like it needs a rebuild, or its shot....
Forum: South East Region
05-26-2015, 01:46 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

Yes you can use a flux core welder, but if you want a welder, and want to weld whenever you want/need, its MIG and gas all the way. I won't touch flux core, gas is 1000000x better. We got a cheap...
Forum: South East Region
05-25-2015, 10:15 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

I'll hopefully have another video soon.
Forum: South East Region
05-25-2015, 10:14 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

It'll have the 3.4 in it very, very soon. Hoping Ducky remembers that cam next time we hang out LOL. Compared to yours mine crawls haha.

And yes, the KYB's work great with the Intrax lowering...
Forum: South East Region
05-25-2015, 10:02 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

Oh, before I parked my car to be fixed, I did one more burnout. Turns out a one wheel peel turns into a posi at 15 psi. I was sideways through the intersection with my boss in the car, LOL.
Forum: V6
05-25-2015, 08:34 PM
Replies: 2,075
Views: 100,752
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Another Turbo 2.8 in progress

Yea but the oil return bung is in my 2.8 pan, so I gotta swap it over. I have a new oil pan gasket on mine too. Yours was ****ed, lol.

LOL, I just remembered; I already have the top end gasket...
Forum: South East Region
05-25-2015, 08:33 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

NICE! You need to do the louvers now lol.
Forum: V6
05-25-2015, 12:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,532
Posted By willexoIX

Re: EST or ICM?

Beware the parts store dizzy's for our V6's. I have encountered my 2nd bent dizzy shaft.... Though if you aren't going to put a turbo on it you may be fine.

You are better off finding a really...
Forum: South East Region
05-25-2015, 12:08 PM
Replies: 2,428
Views: 73,970
Posted By willexoIX

Re: Official Tampa, FL Area Thread

I can third the KYB's. I have had them on the car for a little more than 5 years now and no complaints.
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