Got my car on the rollers today. 177.5hp/206.7ft,lbs. @ the wheels When corrected to standard elevation and humidity 204.5 hp/238.1 ft.lbs.@ the wheels That likely puts the crank horsepower well over 200. This is better then I had thought. The factory hp is rated at 180 at the flywheel. I have video too and the printouts but youtube is down. I'll post more tomorrow.
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Not yet. According to the dyno program estimate based on my runs and the vehicle weight the 1/4 mile time at our local track would be 14.05. I could potentially crack into the 13's at a lower elevation.
Not yet. According to the dyno program estimate based on my runs and the vehicle weight the 1/4 mile time at our local track would be 14.05. I could potentially crack into the 13's at a lower elevation.
Much better than the 2.8, but why did you decide to do the 3.4 instead of the 3800sc?
Much better than the 2.8, but why did you decide to do the 3.4 instead of the 3800sc?
Well, I debated it for a long time but decided on the 3400 because of a few reasons. - Handling is the #1 priority for this build. - I wanted to keep the curb weight as low as possible - The 3400 swap is cheaper - I really didn't want to run an auto, and with the way I drive... 3800sc + 20 year old getrag + my lead foot = crunchy metal sounds. - There is little to no custom work or welding needed to put in the 3400. ( I didn't have all that many tools when I started the build) - I got a pretty good deal on the 3400 engine And the list goes on. I am already craving more power though. If I do get really itchy for power I'll probably go with a boosted ecotec, because they are even lighter and have a ton of aftermarket now. But that is a ways down the road
I have pondered it. I would need to do alot of research first. Anyone out there bossted a 3400?
You should talk to Ken Orr at the Calgary Fiero Owner's Group. He has a turbo 3400 and he's quite happy with it. I'm not sure that he's on Pennock's but I know he does browse though it from time to time. You may want to talk to fierosound on the forum here as he may be able to give you Ken's contact information.
Nice car by the way!
Nolan
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Playing with Pshop. Added tint, taillights.front spoiler, angled rockers, and altered the rear bumper. I am considering geting a fiberglass rear bumper and modifying it to look like the above, thoughts?
Yes that is Norm's kit. Mine just barely clears my dampener. However, I will probably remove it to see how it affects the steering feel. Still need to get to my target weight of 2500 lbs
Playing with Pshop. Added tint, taillights.front spoiler, angled rockers, and altered the rear bumper. I am considering geting a fiberglass rear bumper and modifying it to look like the above, thoughts?
Nice. Gotta do the sloped trim. The rear bumper is mostly the same, maybe just add a lower section instead of replacing the entire unit. A carbon fiber taillight panel would work.
I am going to "add on" the lower section and smooth out the reflector pockets. My thought though was that I could get one of fierfiberglass.com's replacement fiberglass rear bumpers and work off of it. Reason being is that it is already fiberglass and would be easier to graft on the lower section. Rather then dealing with trying to join two dissimilar materials using the stock plastic/rubber/smc, or whatever the hell it's made out of. Also, this way, I can work on the new bumper without having to take the old one off. When the new one is done I'll just swap them. Your thoughts Rob, on this plan, good, stupid, let me know?
That'll work as well. I was thinking , since it's not a drastic design change & to keep it simple, do a form fitting lower attachment and flush mount the reflectors. That way you can keep the flexibility of the stock bumper. Maybe trim off any excess/ hidden part of the old bumper to save weight.
So, this is a slightly older picture from about a month ago or so, and I still haven't gotten the trim fully back on yet. (Needing time and temperature to paint!)
Oddly enough, when its dark out it looks BRIGHT white. You can't even tell that its blue. I had to try to really work to get shots in white.
Playing with Pshop. Added tint, taillights.front spoiler, angled rockers, and altered the rear bumper. I am considering geting a fiberglass rear bumper and modifying it to look like the above, thoughts?
Nice PS that is what the rear bumper should look like!
Well, it has been quite some time since my last update. I parked the car at the end of the summer and concentrated my efforts on finding (and making money to buy) some of the parts I need. Here is what I have collected so far. Chin spoiler and angled body cladding C6 exhaust tips Driving lights to fit f355 front 65mm throttlebody with adapter plate Equinox upper intake (better volume and flow) Higher pressure fuel injectors memcal adapter with custom tuned chip
I am really getting excited to start wrenching on the car again.
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Yessir, one of those interested would be me... That design isn't exactly a diffuser, though could be with minor mods. It does look very sweet as is, nice and clean.
Out of curiosity, have you fitted the Equinox intake into your car yet? They're pretty tall. I was thinking one might 'just' clear in a Fiero, but may need some kind of decklid scoop to clear. Let us know how that turns out.
------------------ '88 Fiero GT - coming soon! - Project MIDTRBO '90 Camaro IROC-Z twin-turbo - For Sale (maybe) (And too many more!) There's no replacement for turbo placement
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I haven't started my rear bumper project as of yet. The above parts have killed the Fiero account for now. I plan to start with a new fiberglass one from Fierofiberglass. Then I can hack it up without having to take my stock one off. I will also sell my stock one to recover some of the cost.
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Out of curiosity, have you fitted the Equinox intake into your car yet? They're pretty tall. I was thinking one might 'just' clear in a Fiero, but may need some kind of decklid scoop to clear. Let us know how that turns out.
My measurements say it is going to stick out about 5mm above the decklid. So... I also have a new custom decklid project now, just when I thought I was almost done!
Been thinking about my next project lately... oh damn, is this how it starts? What do you think? The idea is to have another car I can beat the snot out of and not feel bad. I just can't do it to the GT. There are also a bunch of mods I couldn't do to the GT and keep with the "theme" I was going for, like removeing the interior. The next car will be a no-compromise racecar for the street. The absolute most kidney busting suspension, complete voidence of any interior comforts and sound deadening, little to no exhaust, roll cage, probabley a 3800sc because they sound nasty. A much cheaper build, most likely less reliable, and as scary fast as I can make it. Oooh and I want to bolt the door so I have to climb through the window! Basically the car will have no re-sale value, but it would sure be a blast. Plus I want to see what the front end of my brothers car looks like, ha, ha
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Originally posted by Bridgetown: What do you think?
I think that's the best spoiler for that bumperpad nose. I'm finding that my flares are really working well on the Fiero, and they don't needed to be moulded into the bodywork either to look good...If anyone want's to go wider on the wheels, flares would be the simplest solution. I'll probably start selling them on Ebay for all applications since they're universal.
