Main3s Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 I've been reading all the build threads and really itching to get back into modding cars and get my hands dirty again. My GTP is done and I want to keep the Impreza stock as DD. I've only ever done bolt on mods before (well a cam but I had help) but I'd really like to do a build of some sort. To be honest I don't have a wide range of knowledge on motors other then those I've worked on or owned so I’m not too sure where to begin. What are some good platforms to being with? What I’m looking for is… - Something easy to work on - Something with lots of aftermarket support - RWD! - Would like to make around 400whp - And cheap to buy upfront. I'm sure Mustangs or Camaros fit the bill, but anything else? Just something that I can learn from, it doesn’t have to be the fastest thing on the road but a solid car that’s fun to drive and with decent power. So when I do get the $$$ for something nice I’ll now how to make a solid 800WHP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleguy Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Miata is great imho as long as you are willing to do a swap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest slow f23 Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 240sx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Fiero Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boosted98gst Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 240sx is another option if you want to swap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Main3s Posted August 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Miata is great imho as long as you are willing to do a swap. 240sx is another option if you want to swap. What's a common swap for these? LSX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRTurbo04 Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 as much as i hate to say it but hondas.... burt its fwd... problem is cheap an Easy dont go together. for instance you can get a civic for dirt cheap throw a big turbo on it bam 400hp..... but its wrong wheel drive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleguy Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 What's a common swap for these? LSX I know the Miata can use the LSX, 5.0, 13B, etc... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest slow f23 Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 ^ true that. a 240 you can get for 2-3k if your patient and the sr20 swaps are becomming less expensive. would be fun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty2Hotty Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 G-Body with SBC RX7 V8 Swap S10 V8 Swap Grand National/T-Type BMW V8 Swap Now what you didn't focus on, is what you're using this car for: Street Strip Street/Strip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTM Brian Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 You need to come and see Dyno Brian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Fox Body LSX S-10 KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Main3s Posted August 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 ^ true that. a 240 you can get for 2-3k if your patient and the sr20 swaps are becomming less expensive. would be fun Sounds good! http://hubpages.com/hub/Nissan_SR20 G-Body with SBC RX7 V8 Swap S10 V8 Swap Grand National/T-Type BMW V8 Swap Now what you didn't focus on, is what you're using this car for: Street Strip Street/Strip Street/ Strip. I imagine 400 whp wouldn't be that bad on the street. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Main3s Posted August 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 You need to come and see Dyno Brian. I'll stop by tomorrow. I imagin you'll need some help getting ready for the dyno day :thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTM Brian Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 I'll stop by tomorrow. I imagin you'll need some help getting ready for the dyno day :thumbup: I have a 427 inch Mustang coming in at noon for some tuning. Stop on by. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Removed Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 spend youre money right, and you can run 10's in a fox body...using mainly used parts at that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2pointslow Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 heres what you need...... svt focus.... turbo kit.. quaife diff....23 psi on a gt28rs will net you 365 whp and 19 psi on a gt30r will get you 380-400! Or zx3 + 302 + rwd conversion = fun as hell and will trip people out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTM Brian Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 heres what you need...... svt focus.... turbo kit.. quaife diff....23 psi on a gt28rs will net you 365 whp and 19 psi on a gt30r will get you 380-400! Or you can get a zx3 swap a svt motor in it and it will be cheaper. How about a SVT Focus with a 03/04 Cobra Motor and RWD. Throw on a 2.8H Kennebell and make 700 rwhp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2pointslow Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 How about a SVT Focus with a 03/04 Cobra Motor and RWD. Throw on a 2.8H Kennebell and make 700 rwhp. Thats getting pricey, but my dream car... Now 302 and twin gt30r`s is my dream set up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleguy Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 How about a SVT Focus with a 03/04 Cobra Motor and RWD. Throw on a 2.8H Kennebell and make 700 rwhp. SVT Focus w/ Jet Engine > all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2pointslow Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 SVT Focus w/ Jet Engine > all Na, takes up to much room. adds to much weight, makes alot of noise, smokes to much, makes driving uncomfortable due heat build up in the cabin, terrible gas mileage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate1647545505 Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Something not forced induced. Keep it simple ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/1331228051.html Looks like a decent car to start with Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Porsche 944 w/ V8 Swap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boosted98gst Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 ^ true that. a 240 you can get for 2-3k if your patient and the sr20 swaps are becomming less expensive. would be fun Fuck lame ass sr20 swaps everyone jumps on the bandwagon on these, GO rb or LSX. rb's in 240's bone stock will be in the low 12's high 11's , mine old car put down 309 rwhp and 12.1. car only weights 2585 lbs if its a non sunroof coupe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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