rglbegl

Just found my new quote

SayNoToPistons

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And who's doing all the custom fabrication to get all of those install?

2jz- rx8

I'm getting all parts and help from my friend down in Miami that owns HP Performance and Ricky that builds 7-second cars and finally my other buddy quarter chicken that has been a supra junky for the last 20 years. Yes we do call him quarter chicken and unfortunately he works at a Honda Dealership.

Rx8urZ

less talk more vids

SayNoToPistons

iTrader: (8)

This reminds me of the guy that said he had a 2JZ RX8 and it would own Abbid in AutoX...

But yeah. More pics.

2jz- rx8

Give me a week and I'll have more videos than you can handle.

YaXMaNGTO

Or at least post gobs of build pics... this should be fun to watch!!!

You know trying to actually use 1000hp in a RX8 is a lost cause. You'll never be able to put the much power to the ground on anything but a dyno.

2jz- rx8

That was my last 13-B with a custom turbo kit. After that I decided to go with the 2jz.

2jz- rx8

I know that. However it can be a dyno king and I could set it for day to day driving with my standalone computer. Theres people driving 900 HP Supra's all day long on the street.

rglbegl

The engine compartment looks good without all the plastic covers.

2jz- rx8

yes it is but i had 2 many things go bad with it like alot of heat form the turbo and the turbo staying hot

pdxhak

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So which 13b did you get 500hp with? The Renesis? 13b-rew? BTW good luck with your swap!

YaXMaNGTO

Oh I know the the Supras and the 2JZs are amazing. I like what you're doing - very cool project. We have Boost Logic here in Austin, and from I understand, theyre recognized as world class Supra gurus. I've met a couple of those guys at the local car show, and they drop 2JZ's into whatever floats their boats.

I've only driven a 700hp car on the street, and that's about nuts. Barely nudge the throttle in 2nd gear and feel wide *** tires instantly slip like they're bald on ice. Can't really imagine 900+

Can't wait to see your results!! I always liked my RX8 as it was almost perfect, but I just couldn't get past the lack of power. Obviously I didn't have the cash to do what you're envisioning. Anyways, tear it up man!

champi0n

iTrader: (1)

Why not a R26B 4 rotor?

Really tho, something must not have been done right with the last motor you had. I woulda re-built it properly. I'd stick rotary, but any big engine swap is bad ***.

rotary pwns piston engines any day... god i just cringe when i think of valvetrain, piston rods and all the components that'll break.

I just wish more main stream dollars went into rotary R&D. Still so much potential to improve on such a great platform.

SayNoToPistons

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Well no doubt the 2jz will be easier and more reliable to make big power (over 500hp) compared to a 2 rotor and especially the 13b-msp (is it even possible with what the market has right now? no). The weird thing is how he didn't name any specific parts that will be included for the swap other than "built 2jz".

chetrickerman

i agree, r26b would be brutal

turborx8

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Don't listen to the haters.

I think your swap will rock and I can't wait to see the results.

I would love to swap in an LS2 but I don't think anyone has done it yet.

rx7 rage

finally an rx8 with some real power and reliability! keep us updated and **** the rotards

SayNoToPistons

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Says rx7 rage with the VR FD and blingin CE28N's

StewC625

This right here is why I don't get the whole ricer mod culture. You spend that kind of money, buy something that will be worth something. Because your heavily-spent RX-8 will only be worth **** - the value of a mutilated RX-8, vs. if you spent that money on a proper car, it would be worth what the proper car would be worth.

There's a kid down the block who has put $20,000 into a shitbox $6000 Civic and he's proud of it. I pointed out to him that for that same $26,000 he could be driving a two-year old Mustang SVT Cobra or a 5 year old BMW M3. He about cried. His dad thanked me for talking sense to him.

FYI, I think your idea is stupid city.

SlayerRX8

If you haven't broken your rear end yet, you will.

For all that you're trying to do, I would've just bought a Supra.

Rootski

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Can I have your greddy turbo? I'll pay shipping.

cmr333

i am really looking forward to seeing this swap done, Ive been looking to do one myself since mt renny died. I am rather curious on details such as, how have you managed to clear the steering rack? did you have to build a custom sub frame? and what tranny and drive shaft do you plan on using?
ive been throwing around the idea of a built sr20 being dropped into mine to make some noise. good luck man.

chetrickerman

you do realize that your killing the 8's heart and soul

delhi

That's real cool. I'm just wondering if it would upset the fine balance of the RX-8 by plopping in a Supra turbo engine in there. However it doesn;t look like you are into handling but more into beating turbo neons.
Keep us updated.