I call this... Progect Pheonix. :D

[blkfordsedan]

If you have a mic, or even a set of calipers, could you measure the rod journal diameter and rod length befor you assemble it?

[gergorian]

If you have a mic, or even a set of calipers, could you measure the rod journal diameter and rod length befor you assemble it?

Sure, I can try and do it this weekend. I have to put an alternator on my aunts car tomorrow so i will see.

[festyfreak39]

gergorian, do you plan on boosting this b3 anytime soon?

Its looking really clean!

I'm still waiting for someone to boost a well prepped b3 and make super fast/ different platform.

I've read matt's build threads and i am a fan of what he has done. However, I'm still don't agree why he left.

People we drive festivas. We take pride in difference! If i wanted to be like everyone else i would have a b swapped EG or a s chassis.

As a car bulider/festiva owner, matt should have been no stranger to harsh criticism or car guys who don't hold true to their words or pay their bills.

[gergorian]

I am on the look out for a t25 or the likes. ( if anyone has tips as to what turbo would be best I am all ears)
The car is pretty clean, the front edge of the hood is rusty and there is a little on the bottom edge of the hatch as well.

[festyfreak39]

I am on the look out for a t25 or the likes. ( if anyone has tips as to what turbo would be best I am all ears)
The car is pretty clean, the front edge of the hood is rusty and there is a little on the bottom edge of the hatch as well.

T25 will work great, depending on the money/how far you want to go with this project you could slap on a chinacharger, DIY log manifold, and some standalone FI and make a realy fast car.

[gergorian]

Well, I finally got the head sent off to Matt at Dickmeyer Automotive and my taxes should be in my account next week(hopefully). I will take some pics when I get the head back so you guys can see the work done to it.

[Hot_Wheels]

I cant wait to see his port work, is he going to put it on a flowbench?

[gergorian]

Im not sure if he will or not. He is supposed to call me today when he gets it. I will remember to ask him if he can. It would be interesting to know how the head flows before and after.

[blkfordsedan]

I would be interested to know what he charges to flow test a head. I have already ported it, and it would not require any work on his part, other than testing it and providing the results.

[gergorian]

I would be interested to know what he charges to flow test a head. I have already ported it, and it would not require any work on his part, other than testing it and providing the results.

I will ask him. I'm having the works done. ( bigger valves, port-polish, deck the head, stiffer valve springs and 5-angle valve job.) I am going to see if he can do a before and after flow test.

[zoom zoom]

Nice, I can't wait to see how this turns out! I was thinking about messing with a stock motor, but I figured since I'm investing all this money I might as well get a bigger engine.

[gergorian]

*UPDATE!* Here is a link to Matt doing some port work to my cylinder head. There is also a short video showing them machining the valve guides on Dickmeyer Automotives Facebook page. http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?s...6867515&type=1

[windy1]

phenix

i also like the b3,and reccomend u, continue the mods to it. old school thinking,is :keep it stock ,or at least keep same block,and head. the injector idea,is nice, u could match intake and exhaust gaskets,increase flo a little.
u ll need to get more fuel flo,after your engine mods,[to get the most benefit] festys are for economy . try improving economy ,with your mods. let us know your gains. luck to ya

[gergorian]

*UPDATE* I got my head back from Matt. I tell you what, he does some good work. I will take some pictures when I get off of work in the morning. I also have some post porting flow numbers but I can't remember them so I will put them up with the pics. I know he is watching this thread so if anyone wants some work done send him a pm.

[Hot_Wheels]

*UPDATE* I got my head back from Matt. I tell you what, he does some good work. I will take some pictures when I get off of work in the morning. I also have some post porting flow numbers but I can't remember them so I will put them up with the pics. I know he is watching this thread so if anyone wants some work done send him a pm.

I may have to take a ride out there soon! looks good, did he change the guides too?