Daboss Is Back

[DABOSS]

Due to an unfortunate issue in breaking the right hand CV joint on my car I’ve as a result incurred some engine damage due to when the actual CV broke I was still on the gas engine must of entered free rev mode, So in turn that has broken part’s in the engine resulting in a rebuild not by choice, But in anger which now is all good.

To date what has been done is that I’ve had it honed , with new rings , Valve’s , Bearings , Crow Cam’s, High spec race springs, Vernier Gears.

4.11 diff gears, Hi stall.

I glad that Chris from Blue Power finally convinced me to install the 4.1 and the hi stall as these with all the other mods has turned my car from sometimes angry Beast to a beast of a car that’s always angry which suit’s me to a T.

I’ve just clocked over 2,000Kms on the new engine, hasn’t been tuned yet Vernier’s haven’t even been touched yet all set to 0. The torque of the engine is just incredible as were not chasing KW I’m after Torque and lots of it.

So once Chris gets back from holidays I’m hoping to get it tuned. Then I’ll post before and after’s.

Now with all these mod’s this car should be one quick GT.

Here are some pics from the rebuild.

[GT 8888]

That block looks a bit different to the last time I saw it Rob.

Can't wait to see it in the flesh......sure sounds like it is an animal !!

Could be time to open the wallet again :

Cheers

Brad

[GT595]

OK - now its confirmed you have the toughest NA GT in Oz - you bast^rd........:thebirds:
Cant wait to hear the lumpy, cranky sound of the beast next time down in Melb.
Damo.

[dute]

You rock Robbie, and the car sounds very nice. there must be something about chris going on holidays as now I'm waiting for a tune also.

[Quadcams]

Good to hear Rob you back on the road mate, now hopfully mine will be running soon.

[XRQTR]

Heard this car at idle, sounds tough, love the hi comp exhaust note, can't wait to hear it at full noise.

Good luck bud.

[FPV8U]

Mmmm looks nice mate, im very interisted to see how 290 goes wit Cams & Vernier gears

[ReVd_uP]

TUFF...... doesnt it just make you all warm and fuzzy in the nether regions when someone goes all out on a late model Ford?

[SpoolMan]

Looks good Rob, who re-built the engine?
your car is the 4th auto to brake CV, and the 1st V8 i have heard of.
Good luck, when do you get back to the track.

[DABOSS]

Originally Posted by SpoolMan

Looks good Rob, who re-built the engine?
your car is the 4th auto to brake CV, and the 1st V8 i have heard of.
Good luck, when do you get back to the track.

The engine was rebuilt by a few guys from FPV.

Once its tuned and run-in ( What ever that means ) I will return to the track set the record for N/A GT Sedan which at this current time is around 12.3 blue GT no wing ( Sounds like ordering at Red Rooster ).

Then perhaps run it with light weights and slicks and some weight taken out and take the Boss N/A record. which is 11.7 or there abouts. correct me if I'm wrong.

After that's done that's it retirement. :Reverend: And enjoy the car. :eclipsee_

Funny thing is that 3 years ago today I purchased my GT and the warrenty is gone, Now I can mod the car .........MMMMMMMMM already done that, might need to speak to chris maybe Blower is in need 6psi new vortech kit from CAPA like the PD blower. :ticking:

[347_XR8]

Awesome stuff and good luck with the times!

[Quadcams]

Originally Posted by DABOSS

Then perhaps run it with light weights and slicks and some weight taken out and take the Boss N/A record. which is 11.7 or there abouts. correct me if I'm wrong.

If you do it wont last long. :Up_to_som _2:

[ratter]

Originally Posted by DABOSS

Then perhaps run it with light weights and slicks and some weight taken out and take the Boss N/A record. which is 11.7 or there abouts. correct me if I'm wrong.

:ticking:

Yes 11.7 is the N/A boss record at the momment, it was also done with an unopened motor in a heavier ute :

I think the way Cams290 is heading he may get the N/A record fairly soon so you may be chasing him rather than me.

I'll just keep my unopened record when one of you guys break my N/A record :evil3:

[Bluehoon]

A N/A boss motor, with a owner after torque...... NICE.............

new burnout pic needed mate.... :

Cheers

[SpoolMan]

Originally Posted by Quadcams

If you do it wont last long. :Up_to_som _2:

Ok when yours is done, be good to see the ute take on the sedan... :eclipsee_

[baboon]

Good luck getting into the 11's. Give us some vids when you run please

[Redrum]

Originally Posted by SpoolMan

Looks good Rob, who re-built the engine?
your car is the 4th auto to brake CV, and the 1st V8 i have heard of.
Good luck, when do you get back to the track.

The Drag Right XR8 has broken to cv joints so far, auto!

[GT595]

Originally Posted by ratter

Yes 11.7 is the N/A boss record at the momment, it was also done with an unopened motor in a heavier ute :

Just sticking up for us GT boys......._2:
BA GT Kerb weight = 1825kg
BA XR8 Ute/Pursuit Kerb weight = 1800kg
Ratter was there a sack of spuds in the back to make it heavier :!!!
On a serious note 11.7 is a great figure for non internal work dude.......very quick......that unopened record is here to stay.......

[ratter]

Originally Posted by GT595

Just sticking up for us GT boys......._2:
BA GT Kerb weight = 1825kg
BA XR8 Ute/Pursuit Kerb weight = 1800kg
Ratter was there a sack of spuds in the back to make it heavier :!!!
On a serious note 11.7 is a great figure for non internal work dude.......very quick......that unopened record is here to stay.......

Thanks but I think the unopened record will also fall this year, but the N/A will fall sooner

But just a correction on the weight issue

http://www.fordforums.com.au/photos/...cat=635&page=4

1825 Vs 1870 kg

[Craig]

When would you be heading out to the racetrack Daboss??????

P.S. I have spare C.V.'s on the shelf.

[DABOSS]

Originally Posted by Craig@ACE

When would you be heading out to the racetrack Daboss??????

P.S. I have spare C.V.'s on the shelf.

As soon as you know who tunes it. / And once I'm happy with it. Power / torque wise.

Feels quick on the road. Bikes aren't a challenge anymore. out:

As Ricky Bobby would say from Talladega Nights " I WANNA GO FAST "

[Dannopower]

Really, I dont give a f*$k what happens down your way Rob. (private joke!)

Sounds good mate. Its good to see you keeping Damo keen with mods too. Maybe you should take him for a spin next time we are down!!!

[X ORSMXR]

Come on Rob it's not that quick beside the Panther LOL.

Catch up soon dude.

l feel a cruise coming on....

[Quadcams]

Originally Posted by SpoolMan

Ok when yours is done, be good to see the ute take on the sedan... :eclipsee_

Hopefully that could be a reality Mark in the very near future.

[ratter]

I think we are going to see some quick Boss's very soon, maybe a 10 sec N/A boss could be on the cards

[Quadcams]

Originally Posted by ratter

I think we are going to see some quick Boss's very soon, maybe a 10 sec N/A boss could be on the cards

A bit of creativity you might be right ratter.

[superpursuit83]

Originally Posted by GT595

Just sticking up for us GT boys......._2:
BA GT Kerb weight = 1825kg
BA XR8 Ute/Pursuit Kerb weight = 1800kg
Ratter was there a sack of spuds in the back to make it heavier :!!!
On a serious note 11.7 is a great figure for non internal work dude.......very quick......that unopened record is here to stay.......

I am glad ratter corrected that. My ute is near on 2 tonne with me and the laptop

****silently waiting to see what number I have to beat ;) ****

[GT290]

Originally Posted by DABOSS

Due to an unfortunate issue in breaking the right hand CV joint on my car I’ve as a result incurred some engine damage due to when the actual CV broke I was still on the gas engine must of entered free rev mode, So in turn that has broken part’s in the engine resulting in a rebuild not by choice, But in anger which now is all good.

To date what has been done is that I’ve had it honed , with new rings , Valve’s , Bearings , Crow Cam’s, High spec race springs, Vernier Gears.

4.11 diff gears, Hi stall.

I glad that Chris from Blue Power finally convinced me to install the 4.1 and the hi stall as these with all the other mods has turned my car from sometimes angry Beast to a beast of a car that’s always angry which suit’s me to a T.

I’ve just clocked over 2,000Kms on the new engine, hasn’t been tuned yet Vernier’s haven’t even been touched yet all set to 0. The torque of the engine is just incredible as were not chasing KW I’m after Torque and lots of it.

So once Chris gets back from holidays I’m hoping to get it tuned. Then I’ll post before and after’s.

Now with all these mod’s this car should be one quick GT.

Here are some pics from the rebuild.

Sounds awsome, I am drooling as I am looking at some more mods but have to wait till next year as the house is going up now.
I am deciding what to do at the moment, whether to shove a blower on it or go the way you have just gone. I have never been on a drag strip as yet but driving in the city alot certainly calls for that torque down low. I enjoy my car mostly when I go on a long trip and get it at its best mid to top. Just interested to see your results and what effect or loss to the top you end up with.
In the mean time I will continue to sit on the fence and wait my time and gather all the information and make my choices.
Cant wait to see your beast unleash its wrath on the black top. Good luck

[CAMS290]

Originally Posted by DABOSS

Then perhaps run it with light weights and slicks and some weight taken out and take the Boss N/A record. which is 11.7 or there abouts. correct me if I'm wrong.

Easier said than done,

[DABOSS]

Originally Posted by CAMS290

Easier said than done,

Wont be an issue mate , If I decide to strip the car , Only issue is I'm not too into stripping my nice Black GT sedan thats nice to drive and quite with no rattles ATM.