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Old 10-23-2016, 01:27 AM
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Originally Posted by ridethecliche
Why not just FI this setup?
Big torque without trying which means broken miata transmissions. I want to make a bombproof setup that makes 500 whp with ease, can be easily detuned for bad gas/conditions/racing and will take everything I throw at it all day long. Having people look under the hood and say "really?" is also a bonus.
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Originally Posted by vteckiller2000
Will you guys be mad if I pull this setup and swap something completely different in? Maybe with a turbo?
No.

We love different engines with boost
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Originally Posted by 18psi
No.

We love different engines with boost
I think you would like this setup specifically. I'll say now that it is a 4 cylinder and not 4v per.
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I would be interested in buying your dropout, just as an data point. I'd even come down to grab it.

also, f2t?
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Originally Posted by glade
I would be interested in buying your dropout, just as an data point. I'd even come down to grab it.

also, f2t?
Dropout is set up as 99% PNP. The only thing you have to actually modify are 3 wires. Everything bolts or plugs in like stock.

You are thinking the wrong brand. Think further West and North.
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I'm genuinely stumped.

I can only think of two ish performance 8 valve 4 cyl. engines, and maybe one or two 5 valve.

​​​​​​​Japanese, German, or American based engine?
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Half an LSx.
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I am pretty sure a nice MKTurbo setup on a busted *** high mileage 99 motor, with the larger turbo can get you into the 12's. I hear they are reasonably well priced also.
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Originally Posted by glade
I'm genuinely stumped.

I can only think of two ish performance 8 valve 4 cyl. engines, and maybe one or two 5 valve.

Japanese, German, or American based engine?
Volvo B230 redblock. However I may just puss out amd do a turbo bp for the reliability. I want power without sacrificing the character of the miata.
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Ahh, I always forget about non 5 cylinder Volvo engines. B230 with a Ford head swap? Would be baller!
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Nothing wrong with a 8V evo head on a red block, the really narrow valve cover produces some interesting comments
But the stock16v heads flows almost as much.

Going all custom 3.4L is possible, 3.2 is a little easier.

Having MDS half an hour away makes me a little biased though.
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I had a feeling it was volvo, but I don't really see the point. Unless they come with really strong transmissions and that's the motivation for the swap>?
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Originally Posted by vteckiller2000
Volvo B230 redblock. However I may just puss out amd do a turbo bp for the reliability. I want power without sacrificing the character of the miata.

Hahaha, yes! I grew up in 240s. The second most terrifying car I have ever driven was an 83 242 T with a biiiig turbo, welded diff, stock syspension and now power steering. Spooled at 4500rpm to ~23psi and just about stood up on it's rear. No interior, hole in the floor. I was laughing the wholw time.
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Originally Posted by 18psi
I had a feeling it was volvo, but I don't really see the point. Unless they come with really strong transmissions and that's the motivation for the swap>?
Because off the shelf Mustang T5 trans adapter and $600 Tilton twin disc/flywheel.

Also, diesel like pistons that take major abuse. You can do a rods only build and reliably make 5-600whp.
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I've got the smallest SXE Borg to install on mine this winter. MS3 EBC. Limit torque to 260wtq, but hold 260wtq easily to 7k rpm. Hopefully the 6spd lives.
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Originally Posted by vteckiller2000
a 3" exhaust with Vibrant ultra quiet resonator and Borla oval muffler.
Which specific Borla muffler? I'm rethinking the muffler on my SR20 Miata.
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Originally Posted by Diamond Dave
Which specific Borla muffler? I'm rethinking the muffler on my SR20 Miata.
3" oval offset in center out I think. Not sure on part number.
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Originally Posted by Diamond Dave
Which specific Borla muffler? I'm rethinking the muffler on my SR20 Miata.
Get the giant Magnaflow 12589 MT approved muffler, it is worth it.

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Originally Posted by vteckiller2000
Big torque without trying which means broken miata transmissions. I want to make a bombproof setup that makes 500 whp with ease, can be easily detuned for bad gas/conditions/racing and will take everything I throw at it all day long. Having people look under the hood and say "really?" is also a bonus.
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