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Old 09-17-07, 11:07 PM
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It's been a while since i posted any significant upgrades or installs to my car, but despite my lack of activity in these forums i still keep a close eye on all the exciting projects you guys are involved in and i must say that I am once again truly inspired to do more with this unfinished project. To date, earlier this year i have been able to do a 98 gated shifter conversion to my car from a 98 sc300 (which compared to stock,is badazz-pics will follow soon). I have been very busy with other things so far,(home purchase,etc) but i grow tired of seeing the car in it's present form. Mechanically and cosmetically my car is starting to show it's age and i feel it's time to allocate some space/energy to make changes.I have decided to delve into uncharted territory and swap in a full 98 drivetrain into my existing chassis(1995 sc400), adding 40 more horses,an added gear for the tranny(5speed auto) and of course,VVTI. When all is completed,tested and 100% finalized, a paintjob and custom interior will follow.I will then look heavily into doing a turbo install(low boost) for this motor to round things out....until then, here are some pics of the motor :
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Old 09-17-07, 11:09 PM
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2nd pic.. (Gazi...you are absolutely,positively...the MAN!!!!)
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ooooh...I wanted to do the same...good luck!
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Originally Posted by ACleanSC4
ooooh...I wanted to do the same...good luck!
Thanks Tony...i know i will need some of that luck. I might also look into ss headers and other performance upgrades at stage 1 for the n/a layout for now.

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Originally Posted by nextlevelcoupe
Thanks jose...i know i will need some of that luck. I might also look into ss headers and other performance upgrades at stage 1 for the n/a layout for now.

jose = cleansc
tony = acleansc4

glad i was able to find this setup for you, this is the second one that i was able to source in 10 years of dealing with scs.
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Originally Posted by aliga
jose = cleansc
tony = acleansc4

glad i was able to find this setup for you, this is the second one that i was able to source in 10 years of dealing with scs.
oops...my apologies for the mixup ...it's been a while. (edited)
i could have gotten that first 98 engine you had too!
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Deron, excited to see it starting...Glad i was abel to discuss this option with you when you were considering it...Your car will be Badass....Keep us posted.

Ryan
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