LS2 in a XR4 Underway /Pics Update...

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Carlisle and event related pictures are to be placed in the relevant section under 'Events'.
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John Brennan wrote:
LS2XR4 wrote: The electronic odometer does hook up to the factory GM speed sensor. I love technology. No more speedo cables
Is there a way to calibrate that according to your gear ratios/tire diameter?
Yes you just pick a pre-determined 2 mi length. activate calibration then drive, shut off and it's done. If one has T5 and wanted to use this speedo you would have to buy a speed sensor and put it where the speedo cable goes calibrate it and enjoy.
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LS2XR4 wrote:Yes you just pick a pre-determined 2 mi length. activate calibration then drive, shut off and it's done. If one has T5 and wanted to use this speedo you would have to buy a speed sensor and put it where the speedo cable goes calibrate it and enjoy.
I presume both the sender and gauge are sold by AutoMeter?
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yes both are sold by autometer. Or you could just buy the Gauge and use a T-bird T5 speed sensor ...LOL

It is made to work with any type of OEM speed sensor 2 or 3 wire
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LS2XR4 wrote:yes both are sold by autometer. Or you could just buy the Gauge and use a T-bird T5 speed sensor ...LOL
Got it - the "brains" are in the gauge, not the sender. :beats head
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Yup, VDO has a simliar gauge. I was able to calculate the correct pulses/mile. No more speedo cable!
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Here is where I put my maxi and ran the power wire
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here is my power distribution center One circuit breaker is for stereo the other for the ECM . the unprotected power side goes to inline fused Euro headlights.
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along the front. I Know, I am going to repaint it flat black in a few days. LOL

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where it comes out on Alt side.
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Looking good!! Still waiting to here from you. :D
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well it has been a while since I have updated the progress. well I am happy to say
IT RUNS!!!!!!!

:popcorn :headbang :cheers :bounce :thumb

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I got it running today for the first time started right up and idled perfect. very Happy

I also changed the look of the car a little
painted it pearl blue/black and changed the rims. It is just dusty cause I have not washed it for a month.

gonna get some video up this weekend, clean the car up and get it to the exhaust shop.
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Nice build that really looks mean sitting in a XR engine bay, I can't wait to se the preformance, hopefully theres no to much weight up front to offset the balance
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Awesome! This is one car I'm definately jealous of. Let's see some burnout pics!!
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jay_tibo wrote:hopefully theres not so much less weight up front now that you have to get shorter springs as a result
Fixed it for ya Jay! :lol:

You do realize this is an all-AL engine, right? :poke
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DPDISXR4Ti wrote:
jay_tibo wrote:hopefully theres not so much less weight up front now that you have to get shorter springs as a result
Fixed it for ya Jay! :lol:

You do realize this is an all-AL engine, right? :poke
lol i forgot that little detail... 8)
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This calls for a beer! :cheers

As soon as I can stand up without drawing undue attention to myself, I'll go get one! :oops:
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I can't wait till you bring this to Santa Monica! I'm about 35 mins away!

Great job so far! Amazing!
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I just got around to viewing this thread. Excellent work all around. This thing should be a screamer. Very nice job. I'm looking forward to seeing some dyno numbers and a curb weight.

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