I've been searching for the past hour and a half and come up with a few conclusions and questions. First my list of relevant mods:

B18C1
I/E
Skunk2 ECU program/im

Now my list of conclusions:

1. Don't mill head
2. Don't get thinner head gasket
3. Only use TODA pistons or different stock pistons (i.e. CTR)
4. Upgraded fuel components are necessary
5. Some headwork is a must
6. TODA valvetrain components are necessary
7. Header with 2.5 collecter is best
8. Spec C cams are pointless without tuning (which will come)

Questions:

1. Would anything need to be done to my bottom end?
2. As far as upgrading fuel components, what exactly would be best? My ECU already has my car running rich - which injectors? Which pump?
3. Are new rods necessary?
4. Will I still be able to run on pump gas if this gets done?
5. Can someone explain what type of headwork would be needed exactly? I know a good port and polish but there are a few terms I came across that I need cleared up (i.e. three angle valve job).
6. Should I get oversized valves or no?


I appreciate it the help and thanks in advance.


[Modified by hybridreams, 7:00 PM 3/18/2002]

 

y stock pistons....forged would be a good idea with high compression

 

Toda states possible clearance issues.

 

get wescos(endyn's) with valve relifes cut for the toda c's.. and te rest is ok.

 

The 3 three angle valvel job refers to the amount of angles on the sealing surface of the valve. There are other options: 5 angle and radius'd. A radius cut is just that, that are no edges on the sealing surface. Of course these are at different costs and there gains may not be worth your dollar which may figure into your budget. I have yet to see anyone post dyno gains for different types of cuts so I can't tell you of their efficacy (spellling?). Barnes and Noble has some good paper backs about engine building V8's, but the principles are the same and it'll provide you with an excellent foundation, plus get you accainted with most of the jargon.
HTH