[Es2] new project scope (long) -need feedback

[Andrew.Jackson at bmo.com]

Requests?

Yeah.... how about getting a reputable exh. mfg. to do a 3" DP and 
template
for the rest of us?

Stromung?


ALJ




Peter Schulz <pcschulz at comcast.net>
Sent by: es2-bounces at audifans.com
03/10/2004 09:21 AM

 
        To:     Ben Klumper <bklumper at mdbworld.com>
        cc:     es2 at audifans.com
        Subject:        Re: [Es2] new project scope (long) -need feedback


Guys:

Since I HAVE an S2 engine, pretty complete, with attached downpipe , I'll
take and post as many pictures as I can...
prolly to audiworld or my comcast homepage.

Engine is _still_  sitting on a pallet, so I can get pretty good views


any particular requests?


-Peter




>A couple of things:
>
>I found it easiest to run the harness through a new hole just under where
>the battery used to reside. I also mounted the 3B ecu behind the 
evaporator,
>exactly where the 7A unit was. The harness is looooong so you'll still 
have
>some snaking around to do behind the engine.
>I opted to stick with the CQ's clutch, flywheel and pressure plate. We'll
>see how it holds up. I have a feeling that the clutch will outlast the
>gearbox.
>I know money is always a factor, but if you can find the things like an 
S2
>downpipe, intake piping and upper rad hose (to list a few) it will make 
your
>swap a whole lot easier. There are far more uniquely S2 parts required 
than
>you might think to make everything work out. I'm still finding this out 
and
>I'm near the end of my conversion! For example, the S2 locates the 
wastegate
>frequency valve in a different position than on the 200 just to clear the
>headlight/hood lock. There are many situations you'll come accross where
>either an S2 part or some custom fabbing is required.
>
>Good Luck!
>
>Ben
>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: "Rick Houck" <rhouck at neo.rr.com>
>To: <es2 at audifans.com>
>Sent: Tuesday, March 09, 2004 8:31 PM
>Subject: [Es2] new project scope (long) -need feedback
>
>
> > Hey guys,
> >
> > Now that I have read the complete archives (end to beginning-head 
still
> > spinning) I see that there are several combinations of chassis,
> > transmissions , engines, and performance goals on your projects. Since 
I
> > want to install my own stock '91 200tq 3B engine into my low mileage 
coupe
>Q
> > chassis, it would appear that my new spare time project is the 
easiest(?),
> > cheapest, and least potent of them all.
> >
> > As background, I have already done a 10vt conversion for my track 
coupe,
>so
> > I have some background, and I know the power boost is what these cars
>need.
> > My 3B came from the car I rolled, and we drove the car from 62k to 
119k
> > before the mishap. The engine ran fine and I plan to use it as is. The 
TB
> > and water pump are about 15k old. I have taken off all the intake and
> > exhaust components for blasting and cleaning, and new gaskets. I even 
had
> > the cam cover powder coated red for fun. I went ahead and installed 
new
>rear
> > seal, pan gasket, cam cover gasket, and any of the hoses and sensors 
that
> > are not easy to get at after installation. I also just installed the 
metal
> > cam gear, so I hope it is ready for the next 50 to 60k miles without 
many
> > problems.
> >
> > Since this is to be a nice street car, I believe I will be satisfied 
with
> > the performance of the stock engine in the lighter car. A chip is the 
only
> > enhancement I can anticipate at this time. Keeping my costs down is a
>prime
> > objective, and I don't mind making or adapting some of the items 
needed,
> > such as front cross member and intercooler plumbing. I pulled the 3B
>engine
> > myself along with all the harnesses I thought I might need. The coupe 
dash
> > and drive train are out, and just waiting for the battery box removal. 
All
> > cv joints are repacked and re-booted. I have new seals at each drive 
hub,
> > and new input shaft seal.
> >
> > Here is my plan so far, making the best use of money as the project
> > progresses:
> >
> > 1: Decide on flywheel/clutch and assemble tranny to engine.
> > 2: Install proper AC line in engine compartment for future use.
> > 3: Stick with stock CQ alternator/AC locations.
> > 4: Find the correct oil filter bracket and hoses for turbo. (may start
>with
> > stock parts until running & ready to invest in the AC)
> > 5: Install harness through new firewall hole (where?).
> > 6: Relocate battery to rear compartment.
> > 7: Install new heater core & possibly complete heater assembly from 
manual
> > AC car to avoid climate control issues.
> > 8: Install engine/drivetrain and connect harness.
> > 9: Keep working and working on harness connections until correct.
> > 10: Decide what IC will fit & fabricate cross member & plumbing to 
suit
>S2,
> > RS2, or stock bumper, depending on $ and what I find.
> > 11: Decide on air box or cone filter and install.
> > 12: Decide to modify 200TQ down pipe or find one for 3B S2.
> > 13: Decide on exhaust. Buy or have one fabricated.
> > 14: Upgrade to 5 bolt hubs. Probably will use the same as my track 
car.
> > Porsche Boxster w/ A8 rotors up front, redrill rears.
> > 15: New hood and paint.
> > 16: Et cetera, et cetera....
> >
> > Have I missed some important steps? Feedback is welcome as I bounce 
ideas
> > off you guys. Tell me where I'm missing the boat. Thanks again, and 
sorry
> > for the bandwidth.
> >
> > Rick
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
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Peter Schulz
1990 CQ (perpetually awaiting S2 3b engine transplant)
1991 200 20v TQW indigo mica
1991 200 20v TQW titanium grey
Chelmsford, MA USA
peter at audifans.com
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