Project Thread Project SC400TT
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The 1UZFE EGR Delete Kit is available for sale here.
Thanks, Marcus...Keep it up. You will get there....
Ryan
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SC400TT
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The car has definitely come along well...
Ryan
- Still awaiting the critical fuel injector mod, once in, I can install the piggy-back, tune and dyno
- The tranny is being built right now for the swap
- The engine block is being completed for the forged piston fitment
- expect the built second engine to be complete within a few weeks. Looking forward to the swap.
- Paint will probably happen in mid December, if not in January...
Ryan
stevechumo
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The twin turbos GT35 inside the engine bay look good indeed. However, if I only have 1 choice, I'd prefer the twin turbos D35 standing right in front of the engine bay instead. :684:
SC400TT
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stevechumo
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Yes, they sure are and they share the same characteristics of the GT35s. If you run them hard, you may burn them and the oil will leak. :tongue2: Given that fact, they'll need proper cooling down period between each run. The only difference is they might disappear without your consent, while your GT35s will still be there.
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Well gang, an update for ya...
1) I have finalized the payment to BoostLogic, and they are shipping out the tranny to me...I will have it next week sometime.
2) I have seen the completed heads for my built motor, along with the balanced crank, honed block, etc...looks fantastic!! One more delay...After much debate, I decided to add the Lexus oil squirters from the 2UZ into the 1UZ oil galley...Thanks to the research done by Bob, I decided this was a great added failsafe, and not an expensive mod to add since the engine is apart right now anyway...Engine should be ready for me to pick up from the shop within 2 weeks. I will assemble it along with a buddy of mine. Getting ready for the swap
3) I fixed the two coolant leaks...cut and added a longer silicon tube for the upper water pipe, and that fixed that problem...I took off the old cap on the small overflow feeder tube, and recapped it...Leaks now sealed...
4) I found out that my second aftermarket alternator was dying, and finally went kaput totally...along with my Optima red top...only 4 volts...each one was feeding the other problem until the car would not run. I got rid of the red top, and bought a yellow top...much better battery for my application. I also drove to Melbourne FL, and got a genuine Lexus Alternator from the dealer...Don't want to mess with the aftermarket ones anymore.
5) I am in the process of completing the installation of the new alternator right now...What a pain in the Arse to replace, especially with the turbo plumbing...Thank goodness we made the pipes modular, or this would be an unbelieveable nightmare to replace...As it is, I had to give my back a break for a moment, and decide to post up my progress...Want to go to the local meet tomorrow...So, I worked late, came home, ate dinner, and jumped on it about 9 or so this evening...I have going strong for over 3 hours now...I had to remove the heat shields, the y pipe, and the water pipe to get the alternator out...Sure hope this one lasts a great long while...Anyway, jumping back on it now...
Ryan
1) I have finalized the payment to BoostLogic, and they are shipping out the tranny to me...I will have it next week sometime.
2) I have seen the completed heads for my built motor, along with the balanced crank, honed block, etc...looks fantastic!! One more delay...After much debate, I decided to add the Lexus oil squirters from the 2UZ into the 1UZ oil galley...Thanks to the research done by Bob, I decided this was a great added failsafe, and not an expensive mod to add since the engine is apart right now anyway...Engine should be ready for me to pick up from the shop within 2 weeks. I will assemble it along with a buddy of mine. Getting ready for the swap
3) I fixed the two coolant leaks...cut and added a longer silicon tube for the upper water pipe, and that fixed that problem...I took off the old cap on the small overflow feeder tube, and recapped it...Leaks now sealed...
4) I found out that my second aftermarket alternator was dying, and finally went kaput totally...along with my Optima red top...only 4 volts...each one was feeding the other problem until the car would not run. I got rid of the red top, and bought a yellow top...much better battery for my application. I also drove to Melbourne FL, and got a genuine Lexus Alternator from the dealer...Don't want to mess with the aftermarket ones anymore.
5) I am in the process of completing the installation of the new alternator right now...What a pain in the Arse to replace, especially with the turbo plumbing...Thank goodness we made the pipes modular, or this would be an unbelieveable nightmare to replace...As it is, I had to give my back a break for a moment, and decide to post up my progress...Want to go to the local meet tomorrow...So, I worked late, came home, ate dinner, and jumped on it about 9 or so this evening...I have going strong for over 3 hours now...I had to remove the heat shields, the y pipe, and the water pipe to get the alternator out...Sure hope this one lasts a great long while...Anyway, jumping back on it now...
Ryan
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Lextreme II
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LOL.. wait until either ac compressor or water pump..
V8_IS200_marcus
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What can i say, TOP job you have done ( or the guys that did most of the work) if i can get my IS to look/sound 1/2 as good as your car i will be well happy.............very nice lexus you have there 
SC400TT
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What can i say, TOP job you have done ( or the guys that did most of the work) if i can get my IS to look/sound 1/2 as good as your car i will be well happy.............very nice lexus you have there
Thanks, Marcus...Keep it up. You will get there....
Ryan
