nomofwd Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 (edited) So after over a year of driving and loving my conquest, having rebuilt the engine using parts sourced from you fine people and poured sweat and blood into it the small valve cover leak I had got the best of me. After completely humiliating a new mercedes and turning off to head home the car engulfed in smoke and burnt completely by the time the fire department could respond.http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0329_zps62880ceb.jpghttp://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0341_zpsf273a87a.jpg To make a short story long, I managed to pull every worthwhile part I felt I could before it was hauled away and although I held out hope that I would find a replacement roller to use these things on it seems that every sub $2k Conquest or Starion in Florida has gone into hiding and after almost two months I must sell these parts to get myself a car that will be boring, will be slow, will get me to work everyday and I will hate every time. Every penny of the sale of these parts will go towards it. I am giving FULL DISCLOSURE here. I have no reason not to. If there is anything that you think I have overlooked, please ask. First, the head. $200 shipped with cam.Non Jet Valve, Mechanical Rocker. I am unsure of the casting origin.This head is from a very fine running car. It is in ready to run condition but is missing one intake and possibly one exhaust stud (I cant recall if I have it). They are not broken, I just lost them in the shuffle. The head has absolutely no cracks, warping or defects. It was run at 15psi with a 19c on a Felpro gasket with the studs not fully torqued and held coolant beutifully. I have remove the cam tower to run the head through the parts washer and remove the surface rust on the cam and springs that came from sitting on a shelf. It will ship with the cam installed and torqued, ready to rock. The adjusters have little to no wear and were set roughly twice per oil change. I put over 4000 miles on this head. The car was bought with a spun rod bearing and it may be seen in the pictures that one small particle made its way through one journal and left an extremely light trail. This made no impact on the operation of the head at all but I want to make it known.http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0468_zps2cd160ad.jpghttp://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0469_zps3a26648c.jpg Rods and Pistons. Sold!JE forged pistons on stock rods with ARP rod bolts. .040 Overbore.These pistons were originally custom made by JE for Top End Performance. I was faxed a build sheet for the piston by JE and they have on file any information needed about the pistons from this batch. Because of the engine having a spun bearing when purchased I replaced two of the rods. One was purchased reconditioned, the other from a good condition short block. The remaining two were checked by a machine shop for roundness. Oil clearances were very uniform and TIGHT. Oil pressure at idle was 30-35psi no matter how hard I pushed. My piston to wall clearance was a nice .0045 checked with a feeler gauge and because these are low silicon forged aluminum they do not expand much and have a light diesel-esque sound when cold. Once they warmed up they quieted down considerably. I never had a thought toward the limit of what I could throw at these things. They are pure tanks.http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0456_zps2e2573bf.jpg ARP Head studs $40 Shipped.A full set of studs with washers. torqued to 100ft/lb twice (snapon wrench didn't read higher )http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0466_zps9b1c555d.jpg Exhaust monifold. SOLDStress relieved, Uncracked.This stock manifold is in fantastic shape. It has been heavily stress relieved. Never leaked or gave a worry.http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0454_zps104226ac.jpghttp://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0455_zpsed3999e8.jpg MX6 GT Intake manifold. MPI your car with an adapter plate.Comes with dual butterfly throttle body. WIll need the gasket that seals the two halves. I separated them to inspect.$100 SHIPPED (can you tell I like taking a loss on shipping?)(Pictures in later post) The turbo. TD05H19C SOLD!I have not taken photos of the turbo yet as it is currently disassembled to be cleaned and checked for any damage. The only damage is to the compressor housing o-ring. Stock turbine housing and center assembly. TD05H turbine and shaft, machined to fit. 19C compressor wheel also machined to fit.This turbo is bolt on badarse. With a 2.5 downpipe and prelude intake on the stock maf the car would build 1-2psi at 1800 rpm. 15psi kicked you in the tail HARD at 3000-3200rpm but would build full boost before 3000 if rolled on. In 4th and 5th (no real time difference) the car would roll 70-80mph in 3 seconds flat and in a light drizzle broke 225 rears loose at 70mph in 4th, rolling on. Power never fell off a cliff in the high ranges but with a cam this would be even more capable. It will need a new o-ring to the compressor housing and seal plate but is in otherwise great shape. Small amount of shaft play but never smoked even a puff before the fire. Ran 15psi every single day and only because that is where the stock fuel system ran out of steam! Has -an feed fitting installed currently. Wastegate is gone but mounting bolts are in place for yours. Paypal is mario12187@yahoo.comIf you want a part you can send funds but please PM me to tell me you have sent it so that nobody gets mixed up. If the part has already been sold and you send payment I will refund quickly. Otherwise PM me first to get your dibs. Thank you! Edited March 12, 2013 by nomofwd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikoFab Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 PMd on Rods and Pistons Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prototype78 Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Where in fl.?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyle22 Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Wow, those pics make me sick... maybe i should fix my small valve cover leak... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomofwd Posted March 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 This wont ease your stomach. http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_774104_10101522034971561_1534873195_o_zps374bcc94.jpg Notice the front end flat on the ground.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomofwd Posted March 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Where in fl.?! I'm in Sarasota FL. An hour south of Tampa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikoFab Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Payment sent for rods, pistons, and rod bolts. Put in a little extra for paypal fees. Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrngwae Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 OMG,,, im so sorry. not looking for parts but just feel horrible for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomofwd Posted March 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Also I forgot to mention and will add to the original post. I have a Mitsubishi valve cover to add. Was powder coated red with the letters contrast cut but the coating burned off and is bare now. $35 plus shipping. Shouldn't be more than 15 to ship. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clow340 Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 i am sorry for your loss, thats a lot of work that went up in flames. i also pmed about turbo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86silverstarion Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Damn man sorry for the loss. I would also be interested in the turbo. Will it be put back together and ready to go when you sell? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycain Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOST MAN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strang3majik Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 (edited) Theres a car right down here in Port Charlotte for $1800. Runs good...could use some toying around, but compression is perfect. Body is damn good. Just needs suspension gone over. 86 L05 starion. Not far from you at all. I was going to buy it, but I need a daily...have enough toys...lol Edited March 8, 2013 by strang3majik Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomofwd Posted March 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 (edited) i am sorry for your loss, thats a lot of work that went up in flames. i also pmed about turbo.Damn man sorry for the loss. I would also be interested in the turbo. Will it be put back together and ready to go when you sell?Theres a car right down here in Port Charlotte for $1800. Runs good...could use some toying around, but compression is perfect. Body is damn good. Just needs suspension gone over. 86 L05 starion. Not far from you at all. I was going to buy it, but I need a daily...have enough toys...lol The List of those waiting for the turbo so far goes:JohnnyWaddClow34086silverstarion The turbo will be completely assembled upon shipping with the exception of the compressor housing which will need a new seal. I have already removed and disposed of the baked pieces that were left. This afternoon I will be headed to the shop to take detailed pictures and reassemble. Also thanks to everyone for the condolences lol. Strang3majik That is not far for sure. The price is a bit out of my reach but if it could be brought down I would be interested. Really though I do need a daily. I've never owned a car in which the only work I could see in the near future was an oil change and tire rotation.. I've also never owned one made in the last two decades. Edited March 8, 2013 by nomofwd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomofwd Posted March 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 I cleaned and checked over the turbo again tonight and took pictures. My first estimation was incorrect. There is one other o-ring that was baked in the center section. Part no.8 listed here, the seal plate o-ring.http://gpopshop.com/...rd-rebuild-kit/ All other parts are in used but fine condition. However my inclination now is that the turbo should not be shipped partially assembled seeing as this o-ring need be replaced behind the snap ring that holds the assembly together. Also in my quick searching I have not found that piece available separately from a full rebuild kit and so I will be reducing the price to $200 shipped. I feel that the turbine, compressor wheel and machined housings are worth this. Anyone with some mechanical aptitude could attach these parts to their stock turbo and have exactly what I have now....except assembled http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0486_zpsd0c74612.jpghttp://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0471_zps843c3452.jpghttp://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0484_zps6fd90599.jpghttp://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0481_zpsfecb3f25.jpghttp://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0482_zps0bc15a66.jpghttp://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0479_zps6c81da95.jpghttp://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0475_zpsb5729abe.jpghttp://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f246/FrodoGT/th_IMAG0478_zps5bb37a6a.jpgThe orange coloring is the lightest surface rust.I will be copying the above to all that have PMed me their interest. My apologies for overlooking the second o-ring on my first check. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomofwd Posted March 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 (edited) Also, rods and pistons sold and shipped to Nikofab. A big thank you for being a cool customer too! Edited March 9, 2013 by nomofwd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterVivi Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 Nikofab gets all the good parts always, damn it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomofwd Posted March 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 (edited) He also had payment to me less than an hour after posting! lol. I made the utmost effort to get the parts shipped ASAP. I hope they go to something really nasty. I never got far enough to get my car squirted or MPI. ALTHOUGH!!!! And I just remembered. I have an 89-90 MX6 GT manifold in a dusty corner. I never found the time to make a very simple adapter plate... (damn I want my car back now) and will sell it. 125$ Shipped. It will need a new gasket for the midsection as I separated the halves to inspect and clean. Cheap gasket. I'm adding this to the original post as well. If anyone can PM me and sent payment tonight (3/8/13) I would give a discount. I am headed to an auction tomorrow and desperately need new wheels. I've been driving a 3500 silverado since the fire and the HOA are gathering pitchforks and torches.....I also blow 60~ a week on diesel. The conquest got 19-21mpg combined anyway so it's not too much worse lol. Edited March 9, 2013 by nomofwd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyWadd Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 I can pay for my turbo text me 541`2337632 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomofwd Posted March 10, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 Turbo sold to JohnnyWadd. Still the head, manifold and studs left! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikoFab Posted March 10, 2013 Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 Also, rods and pistons sold and shipped to Nikofab. A big thank you for being a cool customer too! Pleasure was all mine sir! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomofwd Posted March 10, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 (edited) You might feel good to know that you partially funded my "new" 96 Legacy Outback! It's not fast but I'm loving it! Edited March 10, 2013 by nomofwd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikoFab Posted March 10, 2013 Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 You might feel good to know that you partially funded my "new" 96 Legacy Outback! It's not fast but I'm loving it! LOL well I'm glad you found something...just sucks you had to scrap the SQ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomofwd Posted March 10, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 I'm never going to use these parts and now have another vehicle to kill the remote hope that I would so all prices have been reduced. I just want to move these out of the shop. Reasonable offers will be considered as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamondstarquest Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 Still have arp head studs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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