2JZ No *****!

[BlueSTI4Me]

Originally Posted by TDagen

Hope your still chipping away at this, must be close!

Dang have to do all the work for you.


https://instagram.com/p/B0GcCWVAUxZ/

Also search Ion Coating, that is the OP's business.

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[TDagen]

Originally Posted by BlueSTI4Me

Dang have to do all the work for you.


https://instagram.com/p/B0GcCWVAUxZ/

Also search Ion Coating, that is the OP's business.

Thanks man , I don’t have Instagram but was still able to lurk through the photos.

So it’s finished, bad ass!! Even won the car show.

[I--RIDE--BIKES]

Hey I’ve been busy! I’ll put together an update right now actually.

[I--RIDE--BIKES]

Update!

I’ve been wildly busy working away on this thing to get it on the road. Which is why I haven’t updated in a while.

Since the last post I built my exhaust, which is a full 4” oval system with single straight through muffler. Also built my wasetegate dump tube setup to come up through my turbo manifold and out of the hood. Both turned out exactly how I imagined!









Then I made my catch can/rad overflow combo. Also turned out nicely. Internally baffled and draws vacuum from intake.





Then we powder coated my intake manifold in a wild honeycomb pattern!



Finally it was time modify the Haltech harness and to run the harness in the car. Naturally there was some trouble shooting along the way. Got it done tho!

Then came the glorious first start. 1 year and 2 days after my EJ exploded, the 2jz came to life.

Now I’m just starting to break in the drive train with easy driving around town. Low load and under 4500rpm. Good lord does it sound wild though!!!! It’s going to be an absolute beast once tuned. The idle is mean and while driving the exhaust note is very smooth. Likely from the manifold design.

Things I’ve noticed while driving so far...
-doesn’t feel any different in the steering than before
-the triple disc clutch is incredibly streetable. Amazed really
-the t56 magnum gearing with the 4.30 rear gears is spot on.
-and the 2jz just feels like it wants to go!!!! WOT is going to be right naughty


Just waiting on my BTI dash to arrive in about a week and then that’s basically it for parts.

I do have a vibration at 120km/h but I’ll be diagnosing that tonight.


Also won a few awards at the Driven show which was very cool!

If all goes well the tune will be later in August.

[TDagen]

That oval 4” is amazing!!! Any photos of it on from behind and under the car? That intake manifold powder is top notch! And the ewg out the hood should be pretty wild at wot too

Steering feels good, your good to go!

Hand built, nothing feels better. You know the ins and outs of the whole setup. Congrats man, awesome job and quality work.

[I--RIDE--BIKES]

Originally Posted by TDagen

That oval 4” is amazing!!! Any photos of it on from behind and under the car? That intake manifold powder is top notch! And the ewg out the hood should be pretty wild at wot too



Steering feels good, your good to go!



Hand built, nothing feels better. You know the ins and outs of the whole setup. Congrats man, awesome job and quality work.

I should have one here.



You are exactly right. Feels amazing!!!!

[TDagen]

That exhaust is legit!

What’s the coiled copper tubing by passenger strut tower for?

[I--RIDE--BIKES]

Originally Posted by TDagen

That exhaust is legit!



What’s the coiled copper tubing by passenger strut tower for?

Thx! That coil is for the Exhaust Manifold pressure sensor. Helps dissipate heat prior to the sensor.

[TDagen]

How do you like the alpha loc's for the intercooler system?

[I--RIDE--BIKES]

Originally Posted by TDagen

How do you like the alpha loc’s for the intercooler system?

So far I really like them!

Also just got into boost for the first time today. This thing’s nuts

[TDagen]

Cool, I'm thinking about the vibrant Hd clamps which are similar to the alpha locs. One less failure point, because who likes tracking down boost leaks from couplers, right?

I bet that was a nice taste of what's to come. The sounds from the 2jz paired with that header and 4" must be magnificent.

[Scuby04STi]

Originally Posted by TDagen

Cool, I’m thinking about the vibrant Hd clamps which are similar to the alpha locs. One less failure point, because who likes tracking down boost leaks from couplers, right?

I bet that was a nice taste of what’s to come. The sounds from the 2jz paired with that header and 4” must be magnificent.

I was going to use those vibrant clamps until I heard of issues on a local car that used them. I ended up just welding V-bands on and calling it good.

We need video's!!! lol

[JDMJNKY]

All I can think of at the sight of this update; Phil Collins - in the air tonight

[I--RIDE--BIKES]

Update:

Cars been running very well. Have just been doing some Etuning with Jimmy at Vex and have it to 15 psi and going to leave it there until spring. Winter is near and I just want to drive and enjoy it.

That being said, the car feels incredibly strong and pulls quite hard. It’s going to be wild when we get it up to 30+ psi. Sounds nuts too. I post videos and pics on IG all the time. Follow there to see them. Or follow our YouTube for videos too. I’ll be doing some walkarounds and explanation videos.

IG: @2jz_lelandsti
YouTube: Ion Digital

Here’s the link to our recent mini vid!

YouTube (Short URL)

YouTube (Short URL)

And here’s a couple pics.

[TDagen]

Very cool! How's traction at 15psi?

Seen your car on the 1320 vid Instagram page today. Amazing work you have done here, glad to see you getting recognition for it bro!

[I--RIDE--BIKES]

Originally Posted by TDagen

Very cool! How’s traction at 15psi?

Seen your car on the 1320 vid Instagram page today. Amazing work you have done here, glad to see you getting recognition for it bro!

It hooks pretty good but does crack them loose at the top of 2nd gear. It’s fun haha. I’ll eventually get a proper wheel setup geared for traction (15’s with ET streets should do), but for now I don’t mind skating a bit! With launch control it little just lights them up haha!

Thx! Ya I was pretty excited to see them post it.

[Lug_Nuts_23]

Originally Posted by I--RIDE--BIKES

I should have one here.



You are exactly right. Feels amazing!!!!

Nice!

I love wild builds. Beautiful powdercoating work. Great engine/trans combo.

I really wish though that that exhaust tip/muffler were oval as well. There is just something cool and unique about that oval look. Think it could happen? Maybe if you cut apart and welded the muffler?

(BTW that Ferrari build with the welding rod/pool noodle headers mentioned earlier in this thread is another insane project -- he cut and welded his engine heads to make them fit.)

[Nasty275ss]

Hey I am amazed it this build HOLY @#$% Bro!!! Blows me away esp since I can relate, I have an 05 STI AND a 2JAY AND a 94 Supra roller! Ive thought about this idea for a year now!!! Your FAB work in the intake and exhaust IS INCREDIBLE DUDE!!! What Engine Harness id you use!? I noticed the PCV line running behind the Cam gears where the OEM 2JZ Harness would run! Just curious, I'd love to have such a clean harness for my 2Jay!!!

[I--RIDE--BIKES]

Originally Posted by Nasty275ss

Hey I am amazed it this build HOLY @#$% Bro!!! Blows me away esp since I can relate, I have an 05 STI AND a 2JAY AND a 94 Supra roller! Ive thought about this idea for a year now!!! Your FAB work in the intake and exhaust IS INCREDIBLE DUDE!!! What Engine Harness id you use!? I noticed the PCV line running behind the Cam gears where the OEM 2JZ Harness would run! Just curious, I'd love to have such a clean harness for my 2Jay!!!

Thx. I’m using a haltech harness. Shoot me a dm on IG if you have more questions. I post most things on there now.

@2jz_lelandsti

[BlueSTI4Me]

Following the IG account for shop, gotta make sure I'm following the other account. Car still looks great, wish you were closer as I'd be sending parts for powdercoat, LoL.

[I--RIDE--BIKES]

Originally Posted by BlueSTI4Me

Following the IG account for shop, gotta make sure I'm following the other account. Car still looks great, wish you were closer as I'd be sending parts for powdercoat, LoL.

Many customer ship from the USA actually. Return shipping is also a lot cheaper than getting to us!