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[rogue]

Been meaning to start a dedicated thread to my engine swap.

The Car







I have got the pro-motive kit en route from the guys once I wire over the money tomorrow. Wiring loom already converted.

Just picked up this clean 2003 5PW engine with 2000 miles:






I need an ECU, R1 gauge cluster, power commander, gear indicator, shift light.

Are the ECU and CDI the same thing?

I am considering using either the stock R1 cluster for instrumentation, or an aftermarket unit such as the AIM sports MXL...

http://www.aimsports...auto/index.html


Anyone know if the newer R1 cluster works with the older 2003 Engine? Would love any and all input. I will be doing the swap with the help of my mechanic. I'm excited as hell to have Pro-Motive #35 and I plan to drive the hell out of it.

Thanks and cheers!

-Dane

Edited by rogue, 18 July 2010 - 11:34 PM.

[Tupers]

I love your car and I'm sure it'll be even better with the R1 lump in it.


May I ask what headlights you're using?

[rogue]

I love your car and I'm sure it'll be even better with the R1 lump in it.


May I ask what headlights you're using?

Thanks!

Those black projector headlamps were such rubbish they were dangerous. I am now using Hella E Codes:

Edited by rogue, 24 February 2010 - 02:04 AM.

[rogue]

Been sick but some parts came in...

2003 R1 5PW Fuel Injected Motor


Gotta love the tupperware crate...


Koso Gauge cluster



Dynojet Power COmmander

[roofless]

the dog doesnt appear to approve

[Kustom]

CDI is capacitor discharge ignition and is usually a separate box. Some ECU's have them built in now but im fairly sure yours uses a separate box.

Good look with the build

Matt

[rogue]

Been busy with health and am due for surgery this Wednesday. I'm getting a pain pump implanted in my side to help with chronic pain from pancreatitis. I decided to do an inventory on everything to see what I'm missing. Quality of the subframe is incredible. Really cool piece. Only thing I'm missing are new CV joints, driveshafts and all new poly bushings. Also the cable to put the Qaife reverse unit in reverse.





K&N filter. Stickers are going to be removed.


Going to have the chain tensioner powder coated.


Kit #35...

[mighty mini jack]

Really nice bit of kit there - good luck with the surgery also.

[Bec]

Oh my word what a gorgeous mini, I had to go an look at your mini's main project thread, so nicely done

As Jack said looks like a beastly bit of kit - good luck with the install and also with the op

[Teapot]

Really nice bit of kit there - good luck with the surgery also.

What he said. Maybe the project helps keep you positive?

[josh.evans]

good luck mate car is nice too really nice

Josh

[irishdude]

Great looking project! This will be a killer car when its done

[rogue]

some build pix...








I have a delrin knob on the way for the shifter





Fresh suspension






This week:







Heritage Garage in Costa Mesa CA has been responsible for all the work. They've done great work so far and I'm 100% sure myself nor any other mechanic could have done this swap.

They had to adapt my body to use the newer subframe Pro-motive provides.

We eliminated the secondary fuel tank with a fake filler, fuel lines are being run this week and should be up and running soon. Had to get a replacement motor because the first motor had a cracked cylinder head from shipping. The new one has 8k miles and had its valve adjustment and barnett clutch installed.

New seats are needed as well....

Edited by rogue, 18 July 2010 - 12:19 AM.

[cosi]

bloody awesome, this is a cracker of a job mate, cant wait to see the youtube vid of its first start

[rogue]

First test drive was today. Working out some final issues. This is going to be my daily driver if I can stand it. The R1 makes 170whp with a 11,500 redline. 1300lb car. Its scary. Lights up in 3rd and even in 4th.

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Enjoy!

Edited by rogue, 05 August 2010 - 12:49 AM.