Video Notes: -I didn’t remove the valves from the head because I want to leave that to the machine shop. If you want to do that part yourself check out my valve stem seal replacement article and that should help. If you’re looking for a couple epic channels that also have engine building stuff: Southern […]
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Video notes: -Yes I realize the upgraded valves are a LITTLE overkill, but being a potential wear item, I didn’t want to reuse the stock ones. Where to find the parts in this video: Valves Valves Springs Valve Stem Seals
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Parts Shown: Manley Performance Connecting Rods – The absolute most important engine upgrade for Miatas, if you turn the boost up enough, your rods are almost guaranteed to be the first thing to fail. ACL Race Bearings – From my research, the top choice in aftermarket engine bearings. ARP Head Studs & ARP Main Studs […]
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It was a good run. 38,600 miles of boost. Average power over 250whp. Max power 295whp. Quarter mile: 13.0 @ 110.6mph with a shotty 2.115 60′. I’d say the 214,615 miles my stock 1.6L lived was pretty awesome. But if I’m going to go through all the work of swapping an engine in, I’m going […]
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Winter is coming. And so are all of the parts for this engine. This seemed like a good solution! I hate racing the sunset while I’m filming, and I’m going to be putting this thing together in the garage anyways so I wanted to have a halfway decent looking environment for you guys to watch. […]
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Hey everyone I know you’ve been waiting for an update! For more information on the upcoming BMM, check out the BMM Page. Broke & Boosted: I’m finally swapping over to Megasquirt because I want the good life. Side effects may include MS tuning videos. The Rebirth: 6-speed transmission and…. a VVT engine?!
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