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Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 07-13-2016, 01:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 20,590
Posted By Bayley
This LS engine uses a static fuel pressure that...

This LS engine uses a static fuel pressure that can easily be set with a C5 Corvette regulator / filter combo. I hooked up an electric pump I had laying around for bench testing.
...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 07-13-2016, 01:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 20,590
Posted By Bayley
Next, I test fit the new structural components...

Next, I test fit the new structural components that would be holding up the engine mounts. The kit manufacturer has mistakenly sent me two driver side rails initially. This turned out to not be an...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 07-13-2016, 01:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 20,590
Posted By Bayley
Before bolting the engine and trans together, I...

Before bolting the engine and trans together, I decided to pull the heads off and clean up the top end. I had the machine shop take off a previously-unheard-of-but promised -safe 0.030" from the...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 07-13-2016, 01:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 20,590
Posted By Bayley
In my 20+ years of playing with engines, I have...

In my 20+ years of playing with engines, I have never seen a crankshaft fail like this. Needless to say, my confidence in this, or any other M96 engine had (has) been reduced to null.

Never fear,...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 07-13-2016, 01:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 20,590
Posted By Bayley
Should I swap a V8 into my 2000 Boxster S?

Yes.

Of course I should.
Everyone should.
Anybody who says otherwise is a fun-hating communist.

In fact, I already did and would like to share with everyone the details on how I got here....
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 06-07-2016, 05:09 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,651
Posted By Bayley
Ordered it last week, should be here in the next...

Ordered it last week, should be here in the next few days...

http://i.imgur.com/HUuIZ9b.gif
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 05-18-2016, 08:00 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 190,407
Posted By Bayley
How much different are the 996 turbo axles? ...

How much different are the 996 turbo axles?

Just thinking aloud here, but I wonder the effort involved in swapping to a 996 turbo rear hub. I ass-u-me that the bolt pattern to the trans is still...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 01-08-2016, 11:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,925
Posted By Bayley
I gotta side with Jay and recommend an S as well....

I gotta side with Jay and recommend an S as well. The conversion is already a massive undertaking and will require 110% of your remaining time and motivation. Adding more to the project can quickly...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 12-29-2015, 05:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,925
Posted By Bayley
Glad to hear about another swap! I'm about...

Glad to hear about another swap!

I'm about seven months into the process with mine, but getting awfully close to that first drive. I didn't want to steal John or Vlad's thunder, so I'm keeping on...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 10-26-2015, 11:40 AM
Replies: 525
Views: 190,407
Posted By Bayley
Did you ever put those axle spacers in? I'm...

Did you ever put those axle spacers in?

I'm living vicariously through you at the moment. I still need to finish up the rats nest of a wire harness in my garage. I'm sooo close to being done,...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 10-01-2015, 12:25 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 23,307
Posted By Bayley
I'm pretty sure you can achieve the same results...

I'm pretty sure you can achieve the same results by re calibrating the GM PCM.

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/TachSetting1443731074.jpg

This is how I plan on doing it:
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 08-24-2015, 07:29 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 23,307
Posted By Bayley
I used the starter that came on my L33 (2006...

I used the starter that came on my L33 (2006 Silverado) as well. I had to grind a significant portion of the dome off, but it eventually fit.

I've had incredibly poor results with every single...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 08-24-2015, 07:00 AM
Replies: 525
Views: 190,407
Posted By Bayley
...I like this option. Thanks guys!

...I like this option. Thanks guys!
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 08-03-2015, 09:34 AM
Replies: 525
Views: 190,407
Posted By Bayley
Any idea what actually failed? I'm wondering...

Any idea what actually failed?

I'm wondering if the CV joint is popping out of the cup after having the transmission moved backwards that extra inch. I've recently learned the importance of...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 07-28-2015, 07:18 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 23,307
Posted By Bayley
We should have a Midwest V8 Boxster meetup once...

We should have a Midwest V8 Boxster meetup once we're both done.

I've always enjoyed Pinery Park and that seems like a good half way point. :)
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 07-16-2015, 01:11 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 190,407
Posted By Bayley
Flywheel bolts were supposed to come with the...

Flywheel bolts were supposed to come with the kit?!

...add that to my list as well. :mad:
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 06-19-2015, 05:00 AM
Replies: 525
Views: 190,407
Posted By Bayley
You shall overcome! 'Tis but a minor setup...

You shall overcome!

'Tis but a minor setup in your final steps to the summit.

BTW - let me know if there were any modifications you did with the belts or brackets. My AC bracket had some...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 06-15-2015, 08:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,382
Posted By Bayley
Which CAN bus, chassis or powertrain? If...

Which CAN bus, chassis or powertrain?

If you're going to the EVIC, I would assume it's on an interior / chassis bus. The 83.333K fault tolerant bus was standard fair for Daimler and VW in the...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 06-04-2015, 07:28 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 190,407
Posted By Bayley
Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 06-03-2015, 07:27 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 190,407
Posted By Bayley
I would greatly appreciate any pictures you have...

I would greatly appreciate any pictures you have of the serpentine belt routing. :)
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 06-03-2015, 04:45 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 23,307
Posted By Bayley
Don't quote me on that, but M12x80 or 85 sounds...

Don't quote me on that, but M12x80 or 85 sounds like what I wound up using.




I'm using the stock transmission mounts. I butchered up the original trans mount brackets to use as a spacer...
Forum: Boxster General Discussions 06-02-2015, 11:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,847
Posted By Bayley
I just installed a 2 post lift last month and...

I just installed a 2 post lift last month and couldn't be happier with the results:

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/Bayley11433267687.jpg

It's rated at 9,000 lbs and I bought it from a...
Forum: Show and Tell Gallery 06-02-2015, 09:57 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 23,307
Posted By Bayley
Good to know. I opted for the unsprung "STAGE -...

Good to know. I opted for the unsprung "STAGE - 3 !!!!!" clutch. I wasn't aware that they would able to spring it for me. I might have to give this some thought if the solid disc is truly...
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-29-2015, 11:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 729
Posted By Bayley
Is the field current still controlled by the...

Is the field current still controlled by the original factory ECU?
Forum: Performance and Technical Chat 05-29-2015, 07:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 729
Posted By Bayley
External Regulator for Alternator?

Hello,

I was wondering if anyone has used an external / stand alone regulator for their alternator. I'll be replacing the original BOSCH engine controller with a completely different ECU that no...
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