FrankT's Aqua Blue 2SS

[Moreno1]

I not sure how I've missed this thread but frank, you've done a fantastic job

[FrankT]

Originally Posted by Nathan Moreno

I not sure how I've missed this thread but frank, you've done a fantastic job

Thanks Nathan! I'm finishing up the trunk wiring today for the tail lights and two color lighted trunk bowtie emblem. I'll post some shots of that soon.

[FrankT]

Found the source of the noise in the audio system. I ran the RCA cables from the head unit down the driver's side of the car and they are picking up noise from somewhere. So, I am running new cables down the passenger side. The reason I ran them down the driver's side in the first place was that they were not long enough. Another lesson learned about waiting until you have the right parts to do the job correctly. Also, I am pulling the axles to take them to The Driveshaft Shop and upgrade them. While the axles are out, I'll be installing the posi upgrade mod from Ted Jannetty along with his billet carrier caps. Busy week...

[JeffyS94]

Originally Posted by FrankT

On the way to the alignment shop.

Hey, Frank, what is the boost on your turbo?? That's a pretty big blow off. Haha. I love it tho. I just read through your whole build, and I have to say it's a freaking amazing build! Wish I could do some of the stuff you've done.

[FrankT]

Originally Posted by JeffyS94

Hey, Frank, what is the boost on your turbo?? That's a pretty big blow off. Haha. I love it tho. I just read through your whole build, and I have to say it's a freaking amazing build! Wish I could do some of the stuff you've done.

The turbo is sized a little small for this application, so the boost comes in pretty quick. I run 7.5 driving around, but have set it at nine pounds. I need to finalize the tune before I'll be comfortable at the nine pounds setting. Oh, 50mm blow off valve too.

[FrankT]

Look ma, no axles! (or rear suspension!). I'll be pulling the diff this weekend for the posi mod. Also, a big thanks to The Driveshaft Shop for swapping my axles. I hand carried the old ones to them today and they had a new set boxed and ready to go when I got there. First class service!

[FrankT]

Jannetty Racing posi mod about halfway done. I will say the instructions included are very good. I'm not used to that. Next is to fit the billet carrier caps (also from Jannetty) to the center section. You can see them installed in the pic. I need to remove about six and a half thousandths to get to the 3.062" diameter specified in the instructions.

[FrankT]

A couple shots of the custom Bowtie trunk emblem. When the headlights or park lamps are on, it lights up blue. When the brake pedal is pressed, the blue turns off and it lights up red. Kinda like a fourth brake light!

[FrankT]

By the way, AAC Style custom made this emblem for me. The wiring and relay setup was done by me.

[FrankT]

All the trunk wiring is finished and the amps and sub box are mounted. It looks good to see it back together!

[FrankT]

I decided to add the ZL1 rockers and rear valance. I removed the rear bumper to change the ZL1 absorber. I know some have modified the SS one, I just thought it would be better this way. By the way, the bumper (fascia) comes off a lot easier than I thought it would. I'm also changing the exhaust tips to dual ones. I think a 3" band clamp will hold them in place. If not, I'll weld them on. Exhaust is a MBRP catback.

[FrankT]

Slots for the tabs on the ZL1 diffuser are cut on the right side. These need to be cut a full 1/8" wide to let the tabs go through. I used a Dremel plastic cut- off wheel on about 4 or 5 speed (not too fast). I also made a quick disconnect for the back-up camera using a stereo jack like the one on a ipod. I'll cover the connection in heat shrink tubing to weatherproof it. If I ever have to pull the rear fascia off again, this will make it easier.

[FrankT]

I finished up the installation of the SJM line lock today. You can see the enable switch on the left side of the console near the shifter (with the yellow LED). I am using a Hurst shift knob with integrated switch for activation.

[FrankT]

I have decided to go with the ZL1 fuel pump and controller from ADM Performance. I'm a little worried about the stock fuel pump and BAP keeping up. As soon as I can get hold of Andy at ADM, it will be on the way. I'm cutting an access hole under the rear seat vs. dropping the tank to replace it. I've dropped the rear cradle twice and really don't want to do it again.