1995 MX-3 RS turbo (BP) 56K BEWARE

[FE3-323]

HAHA!!!! im glad it made it to you without issues! hope you loved the box challenge. I got a good laugh from the pictures customs didn't even touch it it looks like
They didn't hit you with fees did they??

Anxious for pictures of the build!!!!

[Turpro]

I dont think that was a very safe box.................




JK USPS don't do the whole customs thing

[mx3optidrive]

Well a small update. I sent the bottom end to R & D Performance to get balanced, and clearances checked and to assemble.

I also got my new HLA's and timing belt tensioner and idler in the mail last week.

I ordered my ARP headstuds from IPP today and they should be here later this week or early next week. I will then send the head to R & D to get installed along with the rest of the random parts I have left here.

I just need my GTR intake and the motor will be totally reassembled.

I will try to keep this updated more frequent until completion of my project. I think I have a lot to do before april if I want to drive the car this year.

Jeff

[FE3-323]

april's a long ways off still!!! you can do it!

[mx3optidrive]

Well the ARP head studs came in on Monday, got here in NS, Canada in 3 days from NH. IPP only charged me $18 for shipping and the actual shipping cost was $29.25 and they didn't ask for more money. I like companies like this, they take a small profit loss to keep the customer happy.

I didn't get it to the engine shop yet, because it was snowing the last couple days and it is an hour away and I don't want to risk anything. As soon as the roads are clear, I will be taking it to the shop and hopefully the motor will be assembled by the end of January.

I also added a Vb Gallery, so if you want to take a look, let me know what you think.

Jeff

[mx3optidrive]

Well, went to drop off the head and cams and random parts to the engine shop, so I snapped some pics of the bottom end. I also got the wrong expansion plugs in the engine kit, well it was the right part # just wrong plugs, so as soon as I get them the bottom end will be done and by the end of the week, the topend should be on it and it should be on its way back to my place. I just have to order the GTR intake now so I can finish the assembly. I am going to paint the block when I get it back so don't mind the color of the block, it was hot tanked.







Jeff

[wheresthericego]

very nice progress.

[Turpro]

Lookin really good Can't wait too hear sound clips of when you boost it

[Jho]

Lookin' good Jeff.

Nice build up, can't wait to see it finished.

[Limegreen MX-3]

Hows the BP coming along

[mx3optidrive]

Hows the BP coming along

Nothing new really except that I had to get a bolt for the timing belt tensioner from Mazda because I seem to have misplaced it somehow. I am still waiting on the parts to come in so I can take them to the shop and then I can pick it up the same day they said.

I am pretty sure I will be ordering my GTR intake from Corksport sometime today. I feel as though this is moving along pretty good right now.

As I get the parts in, I will definetly keep everyone updated.

Jeff

[Limegreen MX-3]

no need to rush just take ur time get it done rite.. even if it feels like its taking forever..

[wickedmx3]

Damn that is going to be one happy MX once you have her all dressed up. Nice work, can't wait to see it all done up.

[mx3optidrive]

Ordered my GTR intake mani from Corksport today and should be here next week.

I am still waiting for my proper frost plugs and one hla to get here so I can take the engine home again.

Starting to put the car back together this week. I have a pretty big list before the engine goes back in, but at least it will keep me busy until I get it back.

Jeff

[FE3-323]

pipes are better now??