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Old 03-29-2020, 05:26 PM   #1
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I like that spoiler - willing to share any details on how you made it?
Also - have you tried slathering flowviz over the panels to see what the surface structures look like?
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Old 04-19-2021, 11:22 AM   #2
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FYI, I bought the same radiator as the one you're using in the frunk and was very pleased with the build quality for how cheap it was. The only problem with it is the pressure valve on the cap is too weak. It will release pressure around 190 and continues to drip even when the car is cold. I'm going to weld it closed as it's not needed for my situation. I also plan on installing a radiator hose with a cap built into it at a high point in the system to help relieve air pockets.
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Old 04-28-2021, 09:56 AM   #3
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I have a major setback, I rotated the engine before I bolted the transmission up but now with everything assembled it won't rotate....ugh. I'm going to pull the transmission off tonight and see what the deal is. Did any of you guys swapping Audi V8s have a similar problem?
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When I first mated an AUX (40 valve) with a Boxster 5-speed transmission I had that exact problem. It required a small spacer between the engine and transmission to provide enough clearance for the flywheel/clutch.
It's been a few years, but I had these links bookmarked:
https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/766013-Audi-Engine-To-Transmission-Spacers-Function-When-Are-They-Needed
https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/508044-V8-Models-What-Flywheel-And-Clutch-Combo-Are-You-Running/page2?
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Whew its been awhile but I finally got it out to a test and tune (AKA: drift event).
I went out to take it easy, being the first time I've driven the car with this engine, the limited tune, the unproven suspension etc etc but as always the red mist took over and it wasn't long before I was chasing drift cars and spinning it off into the gravel. It was 30 degrees and the Hoosiers were rock cold but the wow is this thing scary powerful. I can't wait to get it out on a real track.


A buddy of mine made a quick video of the run.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=i_vnMOY8x9c&feature=youtu.be




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Finally... I was starting to wonder what had happened to you and the car. Can't wait to see how it does at VIR. Thanks for the update.
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