Hi nicholas, I'm not sure on figures but it should be a nice, responsive quick little car. Don't be too concerned with HP figures or anything, I'm sure you will notice a big difference compared to the stock engine. The plus side is to that it should be reliable not a ticking time bomb Well Done.
Nice work keep us informed, I'm at about the same stage, its all stripped down just planning it all out then sending the necessary bits off....................if it only it was less expensive I'll post some pics too when it starts going back together hopefully soon - no one wants to see my pictures of a dirty old block for instance
it is a bit firm so you need to slam the door pretty hard
There is some stuff you can buy called Krytox( I think from memory). It comes in a small tube about 3 inches long. It is used to soften rubber seals and make them more pliable permantly. That is its sole purpose, I've used it in the past to stop doors and boots that are hard to shut, wind noise etc.
One Catch Though..........................ITS VERY EXPENSIVE! but it works and you don't need to use a lot.
With utes especially a good trick is to put the stick on sound deadening material that was mentioned earlier under the hoodlining and behind the seats. I've also tried the spray on stuff inside the door skins and under the guards. I'll squeeze it where ever i can cause I like it nice and quiet, rattles sh%t me right off too
wrap your hand firmly around it. Work it steadily for a little while, & as it gets close use short but fast motions & it will come out for you, no problem.
Is the motor definately running hot? My point is - - could it be the temp guage playing up for some reason. I'd check it with a temp guage that actually shows coolant temperature. If you pull over after a run on the highway is it overheating? Just some more thoughts that may help you before you go and spend a heap of $$$ for no reason.
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