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4 minute(s) of a 390 minute read
5-18-2014
UPDATE
I installed a WIX filter/fpr from a Vette and pretty much wrapped up the fuel system on the tank side. As I mentioned before, I didn't have a whole lot to do. I decided this route because it was pretty easy and simple. Apparently that fpr has been proven to my power goals, and supposedly 800whp. If I was running E85 or making more power, I would definitely rework the entire system. But for now, I think this will do the trick. There was a write-up on here that I got alot of the basic info from. I moved the filter to the passenger side more, so it should be relatively easy to reach up and replace. I will be logging fuel pressure on the backside of my fuel rail as well. I am going to replace the 3 lines that go from the hanger to the hard line above the tank with fresh rubber. Ironically the Mazda lines are all still in great shape with no cracks and still very pliable, but as I decided to replace them anyway.
YES, I agree its still a little dirty under there. I started scrubbing with rags and degreaser and realized I was wasting my time. I am a stickler for cleanliness, so I swallowed my pride, and kept working. I am going after a pressure washer today, and plan to blast the entire underbody. I was meaning to do it before I got started.
The Cobra 8.8 is all mounted up. The Samberg kit was made very well and fit perfectly. 1point3liter sold me the cover that he modified and it also fit well. Cheers bro! I also spent about 2 hours beating the living **** out of my stock axles to get the outer CV off. In the end, I won. My Drive Shaft Shop axle kit should be here soon and I can get them assembled to start putting the rear suspension all back together.
From here, my list is starting to get a little thin. I will go ahead and mount up my Wilwood clutch master and give it the usual paint. My bay also really needs cleaned as it hasn't been touched since I towed the car to MS. I may repaint the lower rails with black since it's been a few years. I'm not completely sure if I will trim the rear firewall lip or not. If I can get away without doing it, I just may leave it since my bay is already painted and fancy. I do have some wiring to clean up from the last setup as well. I plan to pressure test my heater core. During my last rotary revision, I couldn't get the pipe on the firewall to stop leaking. I'm pretty sure I tweaked the line like a dumby and cracked the metal. I'm not 100% sure so now that I have easy access, I will test it to see if I am in for a dash pull....yay.
My Spoolin 1 7/8" premium merge headers...
Hinson modified clutch master....
Halfspec custom A/C line kit...
