Back at it again
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05 E55 AMG, 2011 Range Rover Sport SC, 2004 BMW 745Li
Here are a few more updated pics.
So far things are going together and fitting nicely. Well that is of course after moving a few things out of the way
I left the hoist chain on the engine because it has been in and out a few times
And I am sure it will be going in and out several other times.
All the spark plug wires cleared fine. There will be a lot of things that get heat wrapped and looms as I continue through the build. Just trying to get everything mocked up so that I can break it all down, weld, remove engine/transmission, send parts to powder coater for some powder and ceramic coatings. Then there will be rerouting some wiring, making a few lines etc lol. Plenty left to do.
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I love that view 
So far things are going together and fitting nicely. Well that is of course after moving a few things out of the way
I left the hoist chain on the engine because it has been in and out a few times
And I am sure it will be going in and out several other times. 
All the spark plug wires cleared fine. There will be a lot of things that get heat wrapped and looms as I continue through the build. Just trying to get everything mocked up so that I can break it all down, weld, remove engine/transmission, send parts to powder coater for some powder and ceramic coatings. Then there will be rerouting some wiring, making a few lines etc lol. Plenty left to do.
Peek-a-boo
I love that view
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well it coming together. where is the exhaust gonna come out? the hood. LOL.. don't forget that turbo is going to reach 1200-1600 deg on the hot side and running it over/near coil packs are not gonna be good for them..
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05 E55 AMG, 2011 Range Rover Sport SC, 2004 BMW 745Li
The downpipes will run 1.125" above the coils. I have already started making a custom heat shield that will be over the coils. The down pipes will be ceramic coated plus heat wrapped. I am aware of the temps of the turbo. I will be running heat blankets on the turbos and already making arrangements for more ventilation around the turbo. Some of the stuff will be easier to see as I go along and post more pics. And some stuff people will probably say is stupid lol.
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The car is still black. That is just some wrap to save some scratches while working on the car. You should stop by the shop tomorrow around 11 or 12. We are doing a cook out and some cars coming out to chill.
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I am not using the factory radiator or coolant tank. The brake box has already been relocated to the passenger side behind the bumper. Where one of the factory oil coolers was located. I have a new aftermarket oil cooler that will be mounted in front of the radiator.
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Been working on the beast again. Taking care of a lot of the little unseen things in the build. Things are continuing to move along. Here are a few quick pics I snapped today with my phone.
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Lol, I am pretty OCD myself. That is just a spare motor I have for mock up. The crank is trash on that motor. This engine will become an engine coffee table after this. The engine that will be going in the car is on an engine stand with a bag over it to seal it off.
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You must have missed this.
Judging by the pictures, the turbo is at a pretty decent angle. If you're over 14° from horizontal on the CHRA, that shiny expensive turbo will have a very limited life. This is, of course, assuming you're not running a dry sump oiling system. If you are, you can mount that turbo in any direction you please... but if you're not, I would seriously consider changing your plan. This coming from someone proficient in turbocharger design in a professional capacity.
Judging by the pictures, the turbo is at a pretty decent angle. If you're over 14° from horizontal on the CHRA, that shiny expensive turbo will have a very limited life. This is, of course, assuming you're not running a dry sump oiling system. If you are, you can mount that turbo in any direction you please... but if you're not, I would seriously consider changing your plan. This coming from someone proficient in turbocharger design in a professional capacity.
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05 E55 AMG, 2011 Range Rover Sport SC, 2004 BMW 745Li
You must have missed this.
Judging by the pictures, the turbo is at a pretty decent angle. If you're over 14° from horizontal on the CHRA, that shiny expensive turbo will have a very limited life. This is, of course, assuming you're not running a dry sump oiling system. If you are, you can mount that turbo in any direction you please... but if you're not, I would seriously consider changing your plan. This coming from someone proficient in turbocharger design in a professional capacity.
Judging by the pictures, the turbo is at a pretty decent angle. If you're over 14° from horizontal on the CHRA, that shiny expensive turbo will have a very limited life. This is, of course, assuming you're not running a dry sump oiling system. If you are, you can mount that turbo in any direction you please... but if you're not, I would seriously consider changing your plan. This coming from someone proficient in turbocharger design in a professional capacity.
