Alex L. Posted November 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2012 To start this year right, I had a nice box come from Ross Machine Racing today: http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/14biggy/Supra%20Build%202012-2013/DSC_0475-1.jpg My first project is a semi-replica of their gen 2 intake manifold that Supra enthusiasts have become so accustomed to. Buying from a reputable company such as RMR is a much better experience than any I've had from a materials standpoint; everything is beautifully cut, the fitment is immaculate, and the billet pieces are truly breathtaking. Take a look at these velocity stacks: http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/14biggy/Supra%20Build%202012-2013/DSC_0476-1.jpg I can't wait to get started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted November 19, 2012 Report Share Posted November 19, 2012 Automotive jewlery, now would be a good time to show off some awesome welding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex L. Posted November 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2012 If UPS didn't take a fucking month of Sundays to get the box to me, I would have been able to get the runners bent and start on that today. Oh well, tomorrow's a new day I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fubar231 Posted November 19, 2012 Report Share Posted November 19, 2012 Really looking forward to seeing the end product Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coltboostin Posted November 19, 2012 Report Share Posted November 19, 2012 Very nice. What do they want for those velocity stacks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex L. Posted November 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2012 They have a price on the site but I have the hookup on them. PM me which ones you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex L. Posted November 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Did a test weld with some left over runner stock: http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/14biggy/IMG_20121119_191541.jpg http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/14biggy/IMG_20121119_191527.jpg I could get used to good aluminum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonderboy Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Weak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex L. Posted November 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Beveled: http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/644149_4417187301730_1245920738_n.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChevyMan1972 Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Weld's look very nice!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex L. Posted November 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 Got my intake pipe material, 6" aluminum 90-degree bends (5" downpipe material for comparison): http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/14biggy/Supra%20Build%202012-2013/DSC_0486.jpg Then I started in on the runners. I couldn't find anyone local to bend the oval pipe (aside from paying thousands for another company's tooling), so I built my own bends. Beveling: http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/14biggy/Supra%20Build%202012-2013/DSC_0493.jpg Mirror-polishing weld surfaces: http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/14biggy/Supra%20Build%202012-2013/DSC_0494.jpg http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/14biggy/Supra%20Build%202012-2013/DSC_0495.jpg Then I started in on the welding. Here you can see the bevel hard at work: http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/14biggy/Supra%20Build%202012-2013/DSC_0496.jpg I ended up with these: http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/14biggy/Supra%20Build%202012-2013/DSC_0503.jpg http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/14biggy/Supra%20Build%202012-2013/DSC_0502.jpg I ended up cutting 1.5" off of the flange-side of each runner to allow for better plenum fitment. Ran out of energy and tooling to do anything else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJdidit1738 Posted November 21, 2012 Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 Nice welds, gonna be bad once its all together. Where is the best place to get a 2jzgte for a reasonable price? I got a new project (1982 Corolla Wagon) and will be looking to buy one come tax return time and since your the only person I know who knows anything about them I am lookin for some info lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex L. Posted November 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 The forums are your best bet honestly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJdidit1738 Posted November 21, 2012 Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 Aight, Ive been looking on a couple like clublexus and shit, are there any forums you would recommend? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex L. Posted November 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 I always go on http://www.supraforums.com. Lots of bullshit to sift through but even more useful information and deals to be had. If it weren't for Supraforums, I would have never gotten the car to where it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dover Posted November 21, 2012 Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 OMG SHAVE YOUR FACE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10phone2 Posted November 21, 2012 Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 Nino, since you have an 82 corolla, I would also check out the 3tc forums since puerto ricans are always doing over the top shit with anything corolla related. You want to see how if you can find any 2/3rz engines(2.4-2.7cc 4 cylinder) locally cheap from Tacoma's. They bolt to the w58 and the r154 just needs a spacer to work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10phone2 Posted November 21, 2012 Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 alex, as always great work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex L. Posted November 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 Thanks, Jesse. OMG SHAVE YOUR FACE No shave November, dick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dover Posted November 22, 2012 Report Share Posted November 22, 2012 Thanks, Jesse. No shave November, dick. You should rethink this month :lolguy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex L. Posted November 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2012 When I finally shave, I'll mail you the trimmings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squidward Posted November 22, 2012 Report Share Posted November 22, 2012 When I finally shave, I'll mail you the trimmings. Nut hair included? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex L. Posted November 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2012 Maybe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patterson Posted November 22, 2012 Report Share Posted November 22, 2012 In for shaven pics.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS69 Posted November 22, 2012 Report Share Posted November 22, 2012 Stacks look good and very good welds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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