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Spyder gets a rebuild*update..USDM STI 2.5 engine build 12/02/06

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speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#93575
Gearbox complete and ready to be mated.....


[Edited on 15-4-2004 by speedster356]
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

Adam_C Custom Title Time!

1,180 posts · joined May 2003 ·

#93815
hahahahah i know pete . . . . jokes :P

that is going to be one hot replica . . . . fast bastard at that!

we need more pics!!
Adam
Adzslick@iprimus.com.au

Boozer Demented But Determined

1,999 posts · joined Dec 2002 ·

#94257
nice!😀:thumb Very clean unlike mine. that thing's gonna scream along when you're done! good job!

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#124692
Well the little EA82T engine has been sold to a guy in Adelaide and I'm picking up an EJ20T for the Spyder. Happy days!!! more power.........
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#124846
All packed and GONE......
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#150794
Been a while, but the WRX manual 1/2 cut arrived today from Brisvages. Let the fun begin. Engine and gearbox mounts are the same as the old unit, just have to convert the gear linkage on the g/box from rod to cable which looks to be a simple job using the existing Spyder bellcrank/cable system. The wiring is going to give me the shi...s but I'm running the original ECU and pollution gear..(boring) so it's just a matter of unpicking the loom and pulling the right wires. Easier said than done I think!.
It's a race against time to have it ready for Nambucca.
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday

16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#150893
so it's just a matter of unpicking the loom and pulling the right wires.
Yep we can do that n we aint even electrickery people.
I read it on FACEBOOK so it must be true


http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=91278&page=1#pid848630


http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=63561&page=1#pid624099


http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=4832&page=1#pid452603


http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=60650&page=1#pid574409

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#150927
Spent a few hours on the cut tonight. Engine and gearbox all disconnected and ready to pull. Spent most of the time diconnecting wiring loom plugs and pulling the dash to get access to the rest. There are a LOT of wires there.......
Tomorrow evening:
Pull engine/gearbox, steam clean, remove power steering pump and A/C.
Replace throwout bearing and spigot bearing on clutch and flywheel.
Pull twin spot front brake calipers and rotors. (anyone need a set?) rotors need replacing.
Remove rest of loom. 🙂
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#151690
Was a black WRX.
Lots of wire in these things.


[Edited on 15-4-2004 by speedster356]
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#151691
New cable shifter system.


[Edited on 15-4-2004 by speedster356]
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#151692
The cat and O2 sensor need to be modified a small amount.


[Edited on 15-4-2004 by speedster356]
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#151703
The intercooler sits high so I'll either fit an aftermarket one or adjust the mounting on the original so it sits under the 2 rear grills. The original is pretty small and being pushed for nice fresh air in the Spyder an aftermarket one might have the better legs.




[Edited on 15-4-2004 by speedster356]
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#152127
New engine mount blocks made. Should raise the engine by 25mm.




[Edited on 15-4-2004 by speedster356]
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#155347
Modified loom arrived today from Brisvegas, thanks to Al from Sunspares Subaru. See post in conversions section for info on Subaru loom service. Top job done by Al.
I just have to lengthen a few wires that go to the Subaru gearbox for the VSS and reversing light switch. The ECU sits nicely behind the passenger seat.:thumb
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#155429
The radiator and twin electric fan setup, pulls air from the bellypan.





[Edited on 15-4-2004 by speedster356]
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#155433
Fitting a thru the hood fuel filler and reproduction 550 (home made not store bought) hood locks.




[Edited on 15-4-2004 by speedster356]
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#155469
This is the VSS (Vehicle Speed Sensor) supplied by Sunspares
that did the loom. It screws into the Subaru box speedo drive, it comes off Aust delivered Libertys.


[Edited on 15-4-2004 by speedster356]
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

1303Steve Scirocco Rare

8,650 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#155624
Hi

Did raise it to clear the sump? Sharpbuilt is doing a nice alloy shortened sump for subies.

1302Steve

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#155692
Raising the engine 25mm gave me a bit more sump clearance and allowed the header to be fitted a lot easier. Wires...wires ...wires and more wires. Guess what I'm doing at the moment?
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

MikeM Buggy Head

1,429 posts · joined Aug 2003 ·

#155698
1302Steve wrote:Hi

Did raise it to clear the sump? Sharpbuilt is doing a nice alloy shortened sump for subies.

1302Steve
I've heard a bit about these but never seen one. I've spoken to Mike about them and I didn't think they were finished yet?

You wouldn't happen to have any pictures or something? What's the latest?

Mike

[Edited on 2-4-2004 by MikeM]


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speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#155803
Do you know if they are cast or fabricated?
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#161200
Exhaust just about complete.



[Edited on 15-4-2004 by speedster356]
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#161203
spaghetti anyone?



[Edited on 15-4-2004 by speedster356]
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#165049
There is an engine in there...I think!
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

Che Castro ankle straps

1,945 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#165402
dammit why do u have to have all the cool cars!
Jon

The_Bronze. Minister of Volkswagenism

1,922 posts · joined Sep 2002 ·

#165416
Following with envy. Awesome 😎

The Bronze.
Bronze.

Rathmines, Lake Macquarie, NSW.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#166543
Yeahhhhhh, finished the cable shifter today. Just need to adjust it a small amount as it seems to be a bit stiff shifting into 5th and reverse. It might be the bellcrank length.

:thumb
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#167059
Wiring will be complete tomorrow after I do a small loom for the 2 radiator cooling fans and the 1 intercooler fan. Do you think I can use an old mechanical temp switch (bulb type) from a radiator setup to switch the intercooler fan? will it work on air temp if I slip it in the IC inlet ?
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.

speedster356 Plastic not Classic Racing

1,624 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#167507
Yehaaaa, another milestone, I've mastered the dark art of auto electrickery. All fans are working as they are supposed to, well at least the radiator twins with a forced earth switching signal from the ECU. The car has not running so there is no temperature to signal the relays from the computer. The fans are "twin brush" so I'm running one set of brushes of each fan from one relay and the other set of brushes from the other relay, this means there will be some degree failsafe if one circuit goes down.
I'm happy........:thumb
Spyder-WISD 07-09-05 11.6s @ 125 MPH

Speedster-WISD Nats 05 14.4s @ 89 MPH

Jet cruiser-Coogee 22-09-05 900 deg C @ 110,000 rpm

Weaseling out of things is what separates us from the animals....................Except the Weasel.