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Introduction Part 3: Chassis

Posted 07-26-2008 at 11:36 PM by kwbunn
Updated 07-28-2008 at 10:07 AM by kwbunn
To me, it seems that too many people are focused on horsepower more than chassis mods. That's a shame, because it stands to reason that if you build a car to go real fast, you might want to make it stop real fast, too. Brakes are just part of the equation, though. There's wheels, tires, struts, springs, and a host of other items. Handling is a big deal.

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Introduction Part 2: The Engine

Posted 11-20-2007 at 10:16 PM by kwbunn
Updated 11-22-2007 at 01:31 PM by kwbunn
I've decided upon a 4G64/63 hybrid. Here are the quick details:

BOTTOM END:
- Stock 4G64 7-bolt block
- Stock 4G64 7-bolt crank
- ACL bearings
- Wiseco 9:1 compression pistons
- Eagle rods
- Balance shafts NOT REMOVED
- Piston oilers added
- Lightweight flywheel
- ARP hardware

HEAD:
- 1G head
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Introduction Part 1: The Idea!

Posted 11-20-2007 at 09:20 PM by kwbunn
Updated 11-22-2007 at 01:30 PM by kwbunn
I have a 1997 Eclipse GS-T Spyder with over 110K miles on it. I am the original owner and I've tried my best to be a decent one. However, standard wear and tear plus a stupid mistake or two when I was younger have left it in pretty sorry shape: The convertible top is ripped, the transmission has a blown first gear, the body shell is dented in a couple places, and the interior is okay, but just barely....
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