Nocturnalspeed's Welcome & Build Thread

[_MSprotegy]

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[CitizenPro]

These pieces are so beautiful in person....He should just mount em in my garage.

 

[Goliat6288]

you guys are making me want a protege.

Awesome car man and build.

 

[justanothermp5]

no offense to 505, but IMO it looks like they could have done better welding on that manifold
but its still a beautiful piece regardless

 

[yellowmsp035]

coming from a welder... and the original owner of that piece... the welds and craftsmanship are beautiful on that!!! sadly the black looks hella badass and clean, but it emphasizes the welds in that picture and certain light.

they don't protrude like that in person.

great build david, keep it up!

 

[dominoy2k1]

if you want to get rid of the oem radio surround let me know i need a new one.

 

[Tungsten6]

Whoa those are some nice looking parts. Cant wait to see them on the car.

 

[CitizenPro]

no offense to 505, but IMO it looks like they could have done better welding on that manifold
but its still a beautiful piece regardless

First thing I noticed too when I pulled it out of the box. But after closer inspection, the welds are not too bad.....the black finish does indeed make it seem sloppy. I also was surprised on how light the manifold is, I know its aluminum....but I guess I didnt know what to expect.

 

[NocturnalSpeed]

Hopefully when you start messing with the engine it goes well...I regret/love that I Turbo charged it lol

Edit: Also when do you think you'll be doing the forge build? I would love to help with that.

I should be saving for the "forged shortblock build kit" sometime after August. Then there is no telling how long (low_psi) will take with the head he's working on. When the time comes I'll holla at you!

you guys are making me want a protege.

Awesome car man and build.

GO FOR IT! Keep the Protege's ALIVE! (rockon)

coming from a welder... and the original owner of that piece... the welds and craftsmanship are beautiful on that!!! sadly the black looks hella badass and clean, but it emphasizes the welds in that picture and certain light.

they don't protrude like that in person.

great build david, keep it up!

Thanks dude, glad you could stop by.

if you want to get rid of the oem radio surround let me know i need a new one.

I gotchya mang... Should stop by charles's house one of these days when we have a big install. I'll keep in touch.

Whoa those are some nice looking parts. Cant wait to see them on the car.

Thanks! That cluster gauge pod is SIcK! in person. Mad props to (ForceFed). Can't wait to install the AEM gauges in it, hopefully this weekend.

 

[MP3Night]

http://www.msprotege.com/members/NocturnalSpeed/Spicy Parts/1.3 Bar Rad Cap.JPG
Looks like the 'Type S' Its hard to tell...Have you tried putting it on your stock rad?
I didn't know the cs rad required one until I tried putting the stock cap on and it didn't fit.

 

[NocturnalSpeed]

http://www.msprotege.com/members/NocturnalSpeed/Spicy Parts/1.3 Bar Rad Cap.JPG
Looks like the 'Type S' Its hard to tell...Have you tried putting it on your stock rad?

(uhm) damn.... never thought about that. Aren't aftermarket rad. different though? I'll check it out when I see my brother one of these days. Should be installing my gauge pod w/ AEM gauges this weekend along with others.

 

[MP3Night]

(uhm) damn.... never thought about that. Aren't aftermarket rad. different though? I'll check it out when I see my brother one of these days. Should be installing my gauge pod w/ AEM gauges this weekend along with others.

Yeah there different thats why you need a particular cap. I learned this after installing mine. Alright cool

 

[dominoy2k1]

cool let me know.

I gotchya mang... Should stop by charles's house one of these days when we have a big install. I'll keep in touch.

 

[NocturnalSpeed]

Another Package:

ACT Heavy Duty Street/Strip Clutch 268 TQ

ARP Exhaust Manifold Studs

Walbro Fuel Pump 255 lph

Vibrant Vaccum Hose Pit Pack

HKS SSQV BOV Version III

Enjoy

 

[NocturnalSpeed]

Lost install pics: FOUND!

Installed Corksport Exhaust Hangers & DaveB Rings...

I must say, props to Corksport on some excellent hangers. I personally think there worth every penny. I noticed a nice feel while shifting through out the gears. A little more consistant response and peppness if you know what I mean.

Of course the DaveB Rings look great, whats not there to love.

Overall, highly recommended products.

 

[MP3Night]

Enjoy the HKS I love mine!

 

[NocturnalSpeed]

Installed a few items this morning with the help of my brother, CitizenPro.....We threw on ForceFed's Dual Gauge Pod with the AEM Boost and Air/Fuel Wideband gauges.

I must say, ForceFed's gauge pod is absolutely amazing. The fit and finish is spot on, and the AEM gauge bezels were made for this as you see in the pictures..

All comments welcomed

 

[NocturnalSpeed]

During the installation, the Postal Service dropped off a few items.....

Integral 2.5 Turbo Cams, SuperTech SS Valves 1mm Oversized, Dual Valve Springs & Titanium Retainers w/ all the fixings

 

[Lunatik]

niceeeeeee

 

[Spiced MSP]

man, you got some good quality parts right there. I can't wait to see the results on this build