A taste of our own medicine
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I wouldnt know what to think if that went flying by me on the highway.. it would def be one of those wtf just happened moments. lol
its pretty cool tho I guess but I wonder what it runs. 1000rwhp sounds cool but how fast it is is more important, and I have a feeling it only shines at 60+ rolls..
its pretty cool tho I guess but I wonder what it runs. 1000rwhp sounds cool but how fast it is is more important, and I have a feeling it only shines at 60+ rolls..
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A very nicely done swap. 1000hp is a good effort no matter what the motor. On the video it didn't seem to be that quick when he gunned it, the couple of 1000+hp cars I've seem torch the tyres if you hit the gas at most sane speeds
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Here's the video. You can hear the waste gate letting loose every time he lets off the gas. Regardless the car is very nice...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZqtJTlXON8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZqtJTlXON8
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At least they picked what 'arguably' is the best import motor out there. The 2JZ is what the 03/04 Cobra 4.6 is, both are capable of big big power on the stock block. If it would fit, and someone would fabricate everything for me for free I'd swap in a 2JZ with a big single any day of the week.
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Check the facts. The -GTE version in the Supra was 320 hp. The 2JZ-GE (non-turbo) made between 215 and 230 hp depending on application. My point is that they make no power N/A - anyone can throw turbos onto an engine and make huge numbers. It's still a nicely-done project, though.
And is it not cool when someone turbos an LS1?
Only here would people snoot their nose at 1000 HP. Ironic considering the majority have what, 400?
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Since this thread is all about swaps that don't make sense, let's add this one to the mix:
Just a Turbo V8 Honda Civic Video
Just a Turbo V8 Honda Civic Video
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See, the difference here is that the V8 made the civic better/cooler. I think most people arent sure if that supra motor made the camaro either better or cooler. We're like: "wow, 1000 hp very cool... what?... it's an asian import motor?!?! why? how? this shouldnt be... its not fair!! (insert rolling of hte floor kicking and pounding temper tantrum) <sob, sob>"
Myself, I'm kind of sitting here drooling like a baby seal who just got clubbed on the head wondering why the big man with the stick keeps hitting me.
Myself, I'm kind of sitting here drooling like a baby seal who just got clubbed on the head wondering why the big man with the stick keeps hitting me.
Since this thread is all about swaps that don't make sense, let's add this one to the mix:
Just a Turbo V8 Honda Civic Video
Just a Turbo V8 Honda Civic Video
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See, the difference here is that the V8 made the civic better/cooler. I think most people arent sure if that supra motor made the camaro either better or cooler. We're like: "wow, 1000 hp very cool... what?... it's an asian import motor?!?! why? how? this shouldnt be... its not fair!! (insert rolling of hte floor kicking and pounding temper tantrum) <sob, sob>"
Myself, I'm kind of sitting here drooling like a baby seal who just got clubbed on the head wondering why the big man with the stick keeps hitting me.
Myself, I'm kind of sitting here drooling like a baby seal who just got clubbed on the head wondering why the big man with the stick keeps hitting me.
...Not really. That reaction only seems to be coming from the people that can't appreciate other peoples work.
It's a motor, in a car, making a lot of power. Beyond that, apply brand filters and loyalty liberally.
I never thought I'd see american muscle car owners getting as worked up as the german car scene when it comes to motor swaps. Is the same thing going to happen when we see the first dohc v6 from the new camaro swapped into an old beast?
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Since this thread is all about swaps that don't make sense, let's add this one to the mix:
Just a Turbo V8 Honda Civic Video
Just a Turbo V8 Honda Civic Video
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Get the latest issue of "heavy hitters" the guy customizes all sorts of cars and he did this to show his shops customization skills. Its a street driven car when its nice out and its incredibly clean looking.
Would I do it? No....would I drive it if I could? **** YES.
Would I do it? No....would I drive it if I could? **** YES.
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im almost positve i saw this car at capital raceway in md. it actually looked like the same night i was there. i thought that car was going to wipe out for sure half way down the track. high 9's for sure
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Hey In a Recent HOLLYWOOD MOVIE, they PUT A NISSAN Motor in a 68 Mustang?? LOL
I think I rather have this Camaro... this car is Bad ***.
Great Build. Dare to be different. You guys are giving him just what he wanted. Alot of heat for building a ICON American Car with a import motor.
Is it any worse than a Camaro with a FORD MOTOR ?? I have seen a few...like 2 of them.
I think I rather have this Camaro... this car is Bad ***.
Great Build. Dare to be different. You guys are giving him just what he wanted. Alot of heat for building a ICON American Car with a import motor.
Is it any worse than a Camaro with a FORD MOTOR ?? I have seen a few...like 2 of them.
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Got to laugh at the guys here getting all precious about the swap. As the title says it is a taste of our own medicine.
Now if this was someone buying up pristine classic cars and crushing them, that would **** me off.
James
Now if this was someone buying up pristine classic cars and crushing them, that would **** me off.
James
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Yeah their terrible. Datsun IRS and all .... street driven to and from the track. This is before the turbo upgrade.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3qOWw2s-QM
http://videos.streetfire.net/video/Z...40Z_104277.htm
PS - I have an LS1 in my Z but had to share this one
Cameron
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3qOWw2s-QM
http://videos.streetfire.net/video/Z...40Z_104277.htm
PS - I have an LS1 in my Z but had to share this one
Cameron
Goes by ZGAD, has run a best of 8.9x or so. You can find him over on the hybridz forums. Fast is fast no matter what it is or what powers it. If the owner likes it then more power to him (or her).
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