View Poll Results: Underhood theme... fire vs polished
True Fire intake/FRC's/Lid
14
45.16%
Polished intake/relo coils,polished valve covers/clear lid, polished intake pipe
17
54.84%
Voters: 31. You may not vote on this poll
Underhood opinions... True Fire vs. Polished
08-29-2006 | 09:46 PM
#21
ok well the next 3690 dollars extra i stumble across will go your way, lol. How many hours would you think would have to go into an entire engine?
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08-29-2006 | 09:59 PM
#22
Originally Posted by Superman09
ok well the next 3690 dollars extra i stumble across will go your way, lol. How many hours would you think would have to go into an entire engine?
It took me about two months on weekends and everyday after work. I've never really sat down and priced out a whole engine though. This is the first time.
I'd get some bling over time that accentuates the true fire. Honestly, your car doesn't need much at all. I wanted true flames so bad. I harassed Stryker almost weekly.
08-30-2006 | 02:00 AM
#23
Originally Posted by FIREHAWK#608
For ***** and giggles the block would cost $1,500 to look like chrome (all of it)
On the other stuff lets see...
(Cores not included)
rough idea on the misc stuff please don't quote exactly.
1)Weiand intake if it was satin... $300
2) Maf ends $60 outside only
3) Throttle body $80 outside only
4) Waterpump $350 new in the box (no core required)
5) 160* thermostat $15
6) Belt tensioner (bolts to waterpump) $80
7) Valve Covers $130 pair
8) Cylinder heads $185 each
9) Valley cover plate (under the intake) $100 (or you could have the 1st 4 inches that shows for a bit less)
10) Timing cover $100
11) Coolant crossover line $10
12) powersteering pump mounting bracket $45
13) Fuel rail $50
So not counting the intake there's roughly $1390 worth of work. And I would have earned every penny.
If somebody did the block too $1500 plus what I've quoted ($1390) plus buying a new polished Weiand manifold ($800) they would have something that looks like it was hung from a chain and dipped in a vat of chrome. $3690 Can you imagine?
On the other stuff lets see...
(Cores not included)
rough idea on the misc stuff please don't quote exactly.
1)Weiand intake if it was satin... $300
2) Maf ends $60 outside only
3) Throttle body $80 outside only
4) Waterpump $350 new in the box (no core required)
5) 160* thermostat $15
6) Belt tensioner (bolts to waterpump) $80
7) Valve Covers $130 pair
8) Cylinder heads $185 each
9) Valley cover plate (under the intake) $100 (or you could have the 1st 4 inches that shows for a bit less)
10) Timing cover $100
11) Coolant crossover line $10
12) powersteering pump mounting bracket $45
13) Fuel rail $50
So not counting the intake there's roughly $1390 worth of work. And I would have earned every penny.
If somebody did the block too $1500 plus what I've quoted ($1390) plus buying a new polished Weiand manifold ($800) they would have something that looks like it was hung from a chain and dipped in a vat of chrome. $3690 Can you imagine?
i say True Fire...but im biased
theres not realy all that much to paint though!however as said above ^^^^ i actually CANT imagine lol i would die
08-30-2006 | 07:30 AM
#24
lol. Check on first page Tumblr, Josh posted quite a few pics of his engine and actually got called a pic *****, lol. Yea i already have true fire done on my intake/FRC's and airbox which should be going soon to a polished radiator cover and polished turbo intake pipe! Hey Josh.... what do you think i should look into getting polished on the motor to bring out the fire more? The TB was done by me and is OK, doesmnt shine like yours of course tho. I also have a Granatelli MAF so it cant have polished ends... LMK what you think, thanks!
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08-30-2006 | 07:36 AM
#25
Originally Posted by Superman09
lol. Check on first page Tumblr, Josh posted quite a few pics of his engine and actually got called a pic *****, lol. Yea i already have true fire done on my intake/FRC's and airbox which should be going soon to a polished radiator cover and polished turbo intake pipe! Hey Josh.... what do you think i should look into getting polished on the motor to bring out the fire more? The TB was done by me and is OK, doesmnt shine like yours of course tho. I also have a Granatelli MAF so it cant have polished ends... LMK what you think, thanks!
Are you planning to get boosted (turbo) by year end?
08-30-2006 | 07:58 AM
#26
I'll be ordering up pretty soon, will be a project for the winter. If i have that extra cash laying around after i've ordered all the parts and the car is set, i'll def send some parts your way. Mind PMing me a price for those few parts? Thanks Josh
Thanks Josh
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08-30-2006 | 06:17 PM
#28
Originally Posted by quiet_storm98
i like the fire..lots of people have polished so the fire is more unique
08-30-2006 | 10:08 PM
#29
Clear paint is a big ZERO when it comes to fine quality. Only use Zoopseal, expensive but crystal clear and lasts for two years. It's available currently at Eastwood, a sponsor==>
Chrome powder coating is avaliable through me, but *I* prefer clean polished metal. ~Joshua
Chrome powder coating is avaliable through me, but *I* prefer clean polished metal. ~Joshua
08-31-2006 | 08:00 PM
#31
lol, well once again this isnt a thread for what i should do, jsut getting a general concensious (sp?) of what most people prefer. I already have true fire as well (see sig)
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09-25-2006 | 05:46 PM
#32
To have my engine look like this.... 
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And to only spend $4000 on the whole deal??? .... When I save my money, Im pulling my motor and shipping it to Josh!!!! That is if thats something he wanted to do ofcourse??!!!!
[/QUOTE]And to only spend $4000 on the whole deal??? .... When I save my money, Im pulling my motor and shipping it to Josh!!!!
That is if thats something he wanted to do ofcourse??!!!!
Originally Posted by FIREHAWK#608
For ***** and giggles the block would cost $1,500 to look like chrome (all of it)
On the other stuff lets see...
(Cores not included)
rough idea on the misc stuff please don't quote exactly.
1)Weiand intake if it was satin... $300
2) Maf ends $60 outside only
3) Throttle body $80 outside only
4) Waterpump $350 new in the box (no core required)
5) 160* thermostat $15
6) Belt tensioner (bolts to waterpump) $80
7) Valve Covers $130 pair
8) Cylinder heads $185 each
9) Valley cover plate (under the intake) $100 (or you could have the 1st 4 inches that shows for a bit less)
10) Timing cover $100
11) Coolant crossover line $10
12) powersteering pump mounting bracket $45
13) Fuel rail $50
So not counting the intake there's roughly $1390 worth of work. And I would have earned every penny.
If somebody did the block too $1500 plus what I've quoted ($1390) plus buying a new polished Weiand manifold ($800) they would have something that looks like it was hung from a chain and dipped in a vat of chrome. $3690 Can you imagine?
On the other stuff lets see...
(Cores not included)
rough idea on the misc stuff please don't quote exactly.
1)Weiand intake if it was satin... $300
2) Maf ends $60 outside only
3) Throttle body $80 outside only
4) Waterpump $350 new in the box (no core required)
5) 160* thermostat $15
6) Belt tensioner (bolts to waterpump) $80
7) Valve Covers $130 pair
8) Cylinder heads $185 each
9) Valley cover plate (under the intake) $100 (or you could have the 1st 4 inches that shows for a bit less)
10) Timing cover $100
11) Coolant crossover line $10
12) powersteering pump mounting bracket $45
13) Fuel rail $50
So not counting the intake there's roughly $1390 worth of work. And I would have earned every penny.
If somebody did the block too $1500 plus what I've quoted ($1390) plus buying a new polished Weiand manifold ($800) they would have something that looks like it was hung from a chain and dipped in a vat of chrome. $3690 Can you imagine?
