Hey guys it's been a long time since I've been on here but I am doing the 2.4 420a turbo build and I have the block pistons rods and crank.My question is should I have a machine shop "balance" these items together as well as the fly wheel? I checked the weight of my rods and they were all...

haha well it seems that everyone already pretty much nailed majority of the problems with the 420a. Its not a bad motor at all and if your creative you can do a lot of nice mods too it.Like the catback that was suggested previously, i can agree that is sounds bad ass.If you consider...

Can you give me an idea of what is it like to have a full e85 setup as a DD?I am doing a type of build that requires me to do e85. No matter what I am still going to do it but im just curious as to what it is like having it as your DD?Wonderful build btw:hellyeah:

Hmm yea that's definitely odd. Has anything changed after you tried the pulls?

Now I haven't exactly started a build thread yet, but I just wanted to see your guys opinion in what I just received. This is for my 2.4 edz build that I am currently doing. Now many trips to the machine shop:rocks:a

That definitely sounds like slipping clutch. Mine did the same exact thing especially in the higher gears. The higher gears would be the first indication of slipping gears especially with rpms jumping.One way to test it is try putting it in 5th gear going highway speeds and then giving a...

lmao rotten dinosaurs

Wow what a find! In Florida thats how much you would get a 420a for, and if you find it for the right price then the next question would be "whats wrong with it?" hahah jp:p .Nice find tho for sure man:thumb:Enjoy the relationship

you should check to see how many bolts are on the flywheel itself. That would give you a clear definition as to whether it is a 6 bolt block or not. You could just slide the tranny out of the way enough to take a good look at it.

I just cannot get my stuff together today. Thanks for correcting me. I'am really going to have to do my homework on some K1 rods if I'am really that intrigued about them.Have you used K1 at all? Or do you know of anyone that has had them before?

Gas in the oil pan sounds like a more serious problem than flooding the engine.Yea what did you exactly have rebuilt?

I failed to mention that they are wiesco pistons nothing stock.Yea i have never heard of K1 before, and I usually dont buy into anything that I havent researched or seen proof for. I saw on some of the thread that the internals for the SRT4 are pretty durable at that.I do plan on...

Yea I will definitelly be keeping my eye out for anything that is successful in the nature of the 420a:thumb:

Background info: Building 2.4 edz pistons are overbored and looking to have a max power output of 300 or 350. What rods would be good enough to withstand that type of power?idea: I was looking into some BC rods and they seemed to do the job but i am unsure, and then I also came across a set...

AHH nothing like looking into a fresh block!I love seeing these 420a threads! I am currently doing the 2.4 swap but I still strongly believe in the 420a engine. It is a great engine at that, and it has taught me a lot about the whole experience of keeping /maintaining a car.If I wasn't...

Yea I was definetly sweating bullets when I did that. Granted that was my first and only time (rookie move:ohdamn:)Thanks for support everyone. really appreciated

Yea a compression test would be great to do. It would also be beneficial to do vacuum leak test too.This sounds more like and engine problem rather a transmission issue just for the fact that the engine died will standing still.Signs for if the tranny would be bad would be it having...

So, I did by far the worst damage i have ever done on my baby recently. In a rush while driving I want to back up fast so i can get out this persons way.So pushed the clutch in and put it in reverse. During that whole process I was still rolling forward ever so slightly and I grinded the...

It could also be that the transmission mounts are bad and the tranny could rock back and forth. Mine did the same thing but with my reverse gear. I changed the slave and the clutch fluid line as well as the mounts and that tightened everything back together.In the process I realized that...

I cant help but agree with what everyone else replied with. I may not have a 'true' dsm but I have a dsm at that. I am in college right now and I currently DD mine. I have had no issues.The funny part is that when I bought the car I had plenty of problems only because I took it to shops that...

Yes you can operate the window without having the car on 30 seconds afterwards, but as far as the mirrors go I have no clue. lol most of the gsx and gst models ive been in i have never experienced it.

I would just use some JB weld. That could be your strongest sort of glue, and it acts a a mold so that you can smooth it out in whatever form you like without being too messy.

Yea I was thinking of over boring it just to be on the safe side. What size overbore would be good? I called the machine shop and they said that they need the rods and pistons to over bore it. Is this true or can I tell them to overbore it a certain size?

So I have been going through the process of doing an engine build process. And while I was honing the first cylinder and cleaning it, I found a slightly rough ring inside the cylinder walls.it has a discolored ring in the pictures. Will this affect my compression or does this require me to...

I looked all through this thread and I love this build that you have going! I was completely blown away when you said it was some sort of evo block. I lost my mind! definitely a subscription to this thread. Two questions I have is....how long did the block sit for before it last started? And Did...

Hey guys, I looked all over the forum for engine honing advice and didn't find what I was looking for. My question is what does it take for a cylinder to be properly honed. I have already honed two cylinders so far and I still feel a top edge where the piston rings created a groove at. Should I...

A clean 1g is a legendary 1g. Nothing but a pure dsm done right

SOMUCHEXHAUST! *wet :D

I am currently doing this now with my build/block. I mean this is coming from the Wiseman, but I can second this method. I also you a bottle of the "purple stuff" to get other residue off the block.:hellyeah:

Wow this thing is beautiful. How much did you get it for?

you are a life saver! This is the type of answer I have been looking for awhile. I was never sure whether or not if the stock cams would be compatible with this setup or not, but now that you give that information I think I will atleast go with stage 1 cams.

for the most part I am looking to reach atleast 300whp. Of coarse it would be nice to obtain more, but can you give me some scenarios of flow and what cam?

As some of you may know. I am doing a build for my building an engine it is 2.4 EDZ build, is it okay to keep my 420a cams in it? I am also boosting this engine as well. I know the cams are very beneficial to the performance of the engine. Down the road I will definitely put upgraded cams in it...

Good advice! So this hrc is an easier set up from what I am understanding? The build that i am completing is something that I would want to keep progressing on.

Yea I got the block out of a stratus.How much did you get your 20g for?I googled a 14b turbo for sale and I didnt really get a good price range on it. From your exprience how much have you seen this go for?What do you think of your Hx40 7 blade? Is it fun? How much did yours cost...

As far as power goes I am looking for 300hp or more. As far as internals go am going with JE SRT4 pistons. My compression ratio is still undetermined. This is actually going to be my daily driver too. I will be posting pictures and more of this build later. As far a a budget goes I am not...

Situation: I am currently doing a 2.4 edz swap into my RS eclipse. I am planning on boosting it as well. What size turbo would be ideal for maximum pleasure? I have been reading all the threads between a 16g, 20g, etc. In the end my cashflow will determine what turbo I put in it, but for now I...

You better believe I will make a trip down there and take a look at a fine piece of artwork and machinery. Freakin awesome:D

Wow I just came across this thread and I am sorry I didnt take a look at this a year ago. What an amazing build and very inspiring. It is crazy what a little bit of knowledge and "know how" can go when it comes to custom work. This thread is a must to subscribe to, and I would love to have the...

Hey guys I'm looking for anyone with a badass dsm for a photo shoot and music video by a local artist. I don't care if you own any generation of dsm or an evo. As long as you have a badass car. The shoot would be located in Fort Lauderdale or boca ration. If you need more info pm me. Food will...

Hey guys I am currently in the process of replacing my 420a transmission and I need to know which gear I am in without the shifting cables attached to the transmission itself. The manual calls for the transmission to be in neutral before attaching the shifting cables. Is there a sticky or a...

wow this thing is beautiful. What I would do for a 1g that looked like that.:thumb:

I am also new to this forum as well as the area. I am mainly in the Boca Raton or Boynton beach area. I may have a 420a but I am very familiar with all other DSM's and other vehicles as well. I would be down to do a meet with anyone if anyone is interested.

Im new to the DSM community and this would be my first car meet. I live in Boynton Beach and if anyone wants to caravan from this area im down to do it. Im right next the I-95 too. PM me so we can link and organize something.