Progress on build

[Lowndex]

BRG Motorsports is making nice progress.

Suspension / engine bay dress up:

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/923/uCBMxM.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnuCBMxMj)

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Hydrocoated vendor wells:

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Brembo brake systems completed:

(Hangers):
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Mounted:
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JRi suspension parts arrived:

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[510paesan]

Like I said awhile ago, shotgun!


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[Lowndex]

Okay, Lifespeed drives, you got shotgun and I get the back seat to nap.

[justbob]

Looking good!


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[Turbov6Bryan]

Lifespeed retire from this place or what's going on with him?

No posts for quite awhile

[Lowndex]

Lifespeed retire from this place or what's going on with him?

No posts for quite awhile

He is rebuilding his motor in his home garage ..... by himself. Including installation of the ADTR blower.

[1Marauder]

Man that is simply beautiful!!!!

I recall calling shotgun first, however, if I recall, you need direct line of site to said vehicle, AND immediate access to seat (i.e. Walking to car to get in and drive).

I am content with right rear seat.

[1Marauder]

I call dibs on all parts shed in this rebuild!!!

[lifespeed]

Looks great. Losing the huge vacuum booster is reason enough for the hydraulic unit.

[Chayton]

Man that is simply beautiful!!!!

I recall calling shotgun first, however, if I recall, you need direct line of site to said vehicle, AND immediate access to seat (i.e. Walking to car to get in and drive).

I am content with right rear seat.

Unfortunately for you, I am the closest :D

[Lowndex]

Thank you all. Getting close to the finish line.

Of course, Lifespeed is already out performing with me the oil circulating Vortech blower (vs a sealed unit) and his custom 9.0 rear end from Maier Racing (http://www.maierracing.com/). Good news is I will receive the same blower from ADTR and 9.0 rear end from Mike Maier following Lifespeed paving the way.

[510paesan]

Thank you all. Getting close to the finish line.

Of course, Lifespeed is already out performing with me the oil circulating Vortech blower (vs a sealed unit) and his custom 9.0 rear end from Maier Racing (http://www.maierracing.com/). Good news is I will receive the same blower from ADTR and 9.0 rear end from Mike Maier following Lifespeed paving the way.



Ask Maiers to let him take your narauder to SEMA


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[MMBLUE]

Great build.

I've really enjoyed reading the progress :banana:

[crownvic97]

Looks great!

[sailsmen]

Looks like a great car for the Hot Rod Tour.

What is the thinking behind the 9.0 rear end?

[510paesan]

Looks like a great car for the Hot Rod Tour.



What is the thinking behind the 9.0 rear end?



Paging dr. Lifespeed


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[dohc324ci]

Sounds like it's coming along

[Lowndex]

Looks like a great car for the Hot Rod Tour.

What is the thinking behind the 9.0 rear end?

Lifespeed goes first. In early November, Mike Maier said, "see you in January 2017."

[martyo]

What's the status on the car?

[510paesan]

I stopped by maiers last Thursday to ask about rear shocks. I saw the 9.0 !!!!


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[massacre]

Looks great. Losing the huge vacuum booster is reason enough for the hydraulic unit.

Nice hydrobooster! I used all Ford parts for mine about 10 years ago, could not afford nice Wilwood piece like you have with polished accumulator.

[lifespeed]

I stopped by maiers last Thursday to ask about rear shocks. I saw the 9.0 !!!!

Once the car is back together and tuned it's going over to Maier's for install. Did you get yours fixed, it sounded like you had a major engine problem?

[510paesan]

Once the car is back together and tuned it's going over to Maier's for install. Did you get yours fixed, it sounded like you had a major engine problem?

everythings in working order and shes purring like a kitten. cant wait to see yours come together.
:beer:

[dohc324ci]

What's the status on the car?
Is the build complete? Haven't seen posts about the project in a while?

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[Lowndex]

Thank you for asking,

Very close. We have been delayed two months by JRi building the coilovers. They will not arrive until June now. I will post pics over the next few weeks.

[MOTOWN]

Thank you for asking,

Very close. We have been delayed two months by JRi building the coilovers. They will not arrive until June now. I will post pics over the next few weeks.

Oh wow! a delay in a custom one of part!:eek: are you going to cry and lie to PayPal that you haven't got your million dollar wagon wheels and go stomping and pouting home:confused:.........AGAIN!

[burt ragio]

Thank you for asking,

Very close. We have been delayed two months by JRi building the coilovers. They will not arrive until June now. I will post pics over the next few weeks.

Could you offer some specs on the JRI coilovers ?

[RubberCtyRauder]

Could you offer some specs on the JRI coilovers ?

they cost $8000.00..still interested?

[dohc324ci]

Thank you for asking,

Very close. We have been delayed two months by JRi building the coilovers. They will not arrive until June now. I will post pics over the next few weeks.
Ok cool looking forward to seeing it done.

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[1Marauder]

We want to see your ride. Do you want to shotgun next weekend for Marauder/Cobra day?

[GreekGod]

What model car is this?

=

[sailsmen]

1917 Model T?:)

[Lowndex]

Thank you sailsmen.

2004 Mercury Marauder, Silver Birch

[sailsmen]

Any updates?

I took one of those die date test and I only have 39 years left. I have Vegas working on the Odds I will live long enough to see your build completed.

I will post them once they are released.

[Lowndex]

NA is finished except for a fuel control issue. We need to regulate the fuel for the return system to match needs of idle - full throttle. Any ideas? Once done, the car can be base tuned for 1000 mile break-in. The motor sounds awesome.

Then, tune for max NA performance (try to beat Fordnut at 378 rwhp), install SW full exhaust system and dyno (early July). I am having full knee replacement surgery in early June, so I will be out of commission for many weeks.

BRG Racing will build the custom steel hood. Without it, I cannot mount the Kenne Bell blower, parts and re-tune for low 500 rwhp. (July)

[lifespeed]

It idle you're dumping all the fuel from those massive pumps back into the tank. Is the return line large enough? I seem to recall he re-purposed the evap canister line. What kind of regulator are you using, Aeromotive? Is it referenced to manifold vacuum? KC should know all this.

Bypass fuel systems are not complicated, if the pressure is too high either the regulator is broken or enough fuel isn't dumping to the tank. My guess is you have too much pump for your return line.

[Lowndex]

It idle you're dumping all the fuel from those massive pumps back into the tank. Is the return line large enough? I seem to recall he re-purposed the evap canister line. What kind of regulator are you using, Aeromotive? Is it referenced to manifold vacuum? KC should know all this.

Bypass fuel systems are not complicated, if the pressure is too high either the regulator is broken or enough fuel isn't dumping to the tank. My guess is you have too much pump for your return line.


I have all new 1/2" fuel lines. The fuel pressure regulator is the Injector Dynamics F750 (http://injectordynamics.com/id-f750-fuel-filter/). I will ask if it is referenced to the manifold vacuum.

[sailsmen]

Wow! You are coming into home stretch.

Please keep us posted.

There is flow and there is pressure, check the flow.

[dohc324ci]

Almost to the finish line...

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[justbob]

NA is finished except for a fuel control issue. We need to regulate the fuel for the return system to match needs of idle - full throttle. Any ideas? Once done, the car can be base tuned for 1000 mile break-in. The motor sounds awesome.

Then, tune for max NA performance (try to beat Fordnut at 378 rwhp), install SW full exhaust system and dyno (early July). I am having full knee replacement surgery in early June, so I will be out of commission for many weeks.

BRG Racing will build the custom steel hood. Without it, I cannot mount the Kenne Bell blower, parts and re-tune for low 500 rwhp. (July)



You need to disconnect the vacuum line and set your static pressure on the regulator with the car running. Set it to around 48 psi as a starting point. Once your good, re connect the vacuum line and verify it reads 39-40 PSI.

Once you add boost, add 1 PSI for every pound of boost to 40 (approximate) as your new static target number.


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[Lowndex]

You need to disconnect the vacuum line and set your static pressure on the regulator with the car running. Set it to around 48 psi as a starting point. Once your good, re connect the vacuum line and verify it reads 39-40 PSI.

Once you add boost, add 1 PSI for every pound of boost to 40 (approximate) as your new static target number.


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Thank you.

[dohc324ci]

Can't wait until yours is done man. I am swapping out my headers, MAF to pass CA smog tired of paying the mod tax every 2 years;) if I do a blower it will be Vortech non IC so I can get the Carb EO tag then do an IC separately. I don't know of any other build like this on the Left coast. you better enter that mofo in good guys next year where I'll join u;)

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[Lowndex]

Can't wait until yours is done man. I am swapping out my headers, MAF to pass CA smog tired of paying the mod tax every 2 years;) if I do a blower it will be Vortech non IC so I can get the Carb EO tag then do an IC separately. I don't know of any other build like this on the Left coast. you better enter that mofo in good guys next year where I'll join u;)

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Chayton and Lifespeed have similar setup. Lifespeed bought the oil cooled version of the ADTR Vortech blower and has a custom Livernois 5.3L Stroker with forged internals. To my knowledge, I will be the only Cali Marauder with Kenne Bell 3.2LC Mammoth.

[dohc324ci]

Nice so we will have 4 built big bore strokers in NorCal that I know of. I will always be able to claim being the first;) I didn't see Chaytons build thread?

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[Chayton]

Nice so we will have 4 built big bore strokers in NorCal that I know of. I will always be able to claim being the first;) I didn't see Chaytons build thread?

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I didn't see my build thread either!!


Someone owes me a big bore stroker LOL

[dohc324ci]

I didn't see my build thread either!!


Someone owes me a big bore stroker LOLIf you sell the black you can do a Vortech SC;)

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[Lowndex]

I didn't see my build thread either!!


Someone owes me a big bore stroker LOL


My bad. Stop buying Marauders and get a blower. :D

[Chayton]

If you sell the black you can do a Vortech SC;)

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great minds think alike you know.... ;)

im in the middle of replacing flex plate and installing stainless works long tubes on the black one, though.

[Lowndex]

I see the light at the end of the tunnel. No sounds of a train, so I believe I am near. My marauder goes on the dyno this week for base tune and CA Smog. BRG Racing is sorting a fluctuating voltage from the fuel system to the ECU, which requires a fixed voltage. A simply voltage regulator circuit should suffice. Also, the LED digital fuel gauge shows full when the tank is near empty.

I will take pictures and videos (YouTube post) of dyno run and picking up my car. After motor break-in, I return for installation of full SW exhaust, anodize some engine parts and dyno tune for performance.

[lifespeed]

Great news!

[Lowndex]

I pick up the Marauder from BRG Racing on 9/21/18. After 2.5 years, the car has many open issues.

Stay tuned for Plan B.

[musclemerc]

Plan B? After 2.5 years there's a plan B?

[MyBlackBeasts]

I pick up the Marauder from BRG Racing on 9/21/18. After 2.5 years, the car has many open issues.

Stay tuned for Plan B.


??? :confused::confused::confused: w,w,whattt??? 2.5 years and all that cash should = 10 years minimum of trouble free cruising!!! :eek:


What issues are you having???

[justbob]

There’s always the cash for clunkers program?

Sorry to hear. So I imagine that plan B is an auto transporter to Georgia?


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[MyBlackBeasts]

So I imagine that plan B is an auto transporter to Georgia?


:up::up::up::up::up::up::up::u p::up::up:

[Lowndex]

There’s always the cash for clunkers program?

Sorry to hear. So I imagine that plan B is an auto transporter to Georgia?


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Quite a deduction, Mr. Holmes. Reliable Carriers (http://reliable-carriers.com) picks it up in the next four weeks and then off to Dallas, Georgia.

[justbob]

Quite a deduction, Mr. Holmes. Reliable Carriers picks it up in the next four weeks and then off to Dallas, Georgia.



Wow, good guess LOL

You will NOT be disappointed, except for not taking it there first. Seriously Marty & Jeff know this car up and down and will take great care of you!


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[RubberCtyRauder]

Quite a deduction, Mr. Holmes. Reliable Carriers picks it up in the next four weeks and then off to Dallas, Georgia.

Should have done that 2 half years ago, sorry to hear of the long going issues

[blazen71]

Now there will be a happy ending.

[crownvic97]

Really sucks what you have gone through but I’m sure Marty will get you right.

[Lowndex]

You live and learn. The more ignorant, the longer it takes to learn. Stupid is taking 2.5 years to remove head from arse.

[82dawgcrazy]

Please advise when it will arrive at Mo's...I will take a ride out to Dallas just to see your car.

[RubberCtyRauder]

You live and learn. The more ignorant, the longer it takes to learn. Stupid is taking 2.5 years to remove head from arse.

It's been a long road.. you've got some cool custom, one off pieces made for your car. Marty's guys will sort it out and you will get to reap the rewards . There may be a hurdle along the way but Marty's will get it sorted out.

Thumbs up on choosing to end the madness and forward this custom marauder to Mo's

[martyo]

Good things will happen.

[vkirkend]

Wishing you luck, Marty will get it sorted out.....

[Lowndex]

Please advise when it will arrive at Mo's...I will take a ride out to Dallas just to see your car.

I will ask Marty to take a few pics of the arrival

[Lowndex]

Also, I will take pics of Reliable Carriers picking up the car.

[martyo]

Also, I will take pics of Reliable Carriers picking up the car.

Those folks don’t disappoint.

[justgod]

"Also, the LED digital fuel gauge shows full when the tank is near empty."

I wonder if someone bent the float arm hanging off the pump assembly... :dunno:

[sailsmen]

KISS = Keep It Simple Stupid. Works for me.;)

[MMBLUE]

This is good news.

Glad you got it going to the right place :banana2:

[Lowndex]

It's way overdue. At a minimum, Marty will be responsible for:

* engine - inspection and address open issues: cam gear, return fuel system optimization, suspension tune (corner weight), get the engine bay ready for car shows
* complete front JRI coilover mounts and install JRI RIde Control in center console
* dyno and tune for motor break-in
* Marty to drive the car 1000 miles - break that girl in
* install ADTR V2 supercharger
* tune the car (1. Pass CA Smog; 2. Haul Ass)
* have the interior and exterior of the car professional detailed - be car show ready
* Marty to take the car to Spring 2019 car shows

[Mr. Man]

It's way overdue. At a minimum, Marty will be responsible for:

* engine - inspection and address open issues: cam gear, return fuel system optimization, suspension tune (corner weight), get the engine bay ready for car shows
* complete front JRI coilover mounts and install JRI RIde Control in center console
* dyno and tune for motor break-in
* Marty to drive the car 1000 miles - break that girl in
* install ADTR V2 supercharger
* tune the car (1. Pass CA Smog; 2. Haul Ass)
* have the interior and exterior of the car professional detailed - be car show ready
* Marty to take the car to Spring 2019 car showsHave Marty bring it to Carlisle in June and then you could drive it home from there. Be a nice chance to wind the snot out of it out West on the open road.

[Lowndex]

A few engine pictures before Marty works his magic (completes work on the engine, clean up engine bay, add the ADTR V2 blower, build JRi front coilover mounting brackets, more polished pulleys, re-powder coat valve covers gun metal, etc.). Ignore the cold air tube - it will not be there very long. Also, overflow bottles (radiator and power steering) being replaced/moved.

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/924/JyLIWZ.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poJyLIWZj)

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/922/Uk5asm.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmUk5asmj)

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[Mike M]

"Also, the LED digital fuel gauge shows full when the tank is near empty."

I wonder if someone bent the float arm hanging off the pump assembly... :dunno:

The float car be hung upside down and make the fuel gauge work backwards...ask me how I know.

[musclemerc]

A few engine pictures before Marty works his magic (completes work on the engine, clean up engine bay, add the ADTR V2 blower, build JRi front coilover mounting brackets, more polished pulleys, re-powder coat valve covers gun metal, etc.). Ignore the cold air tube - it will not be there very long. Also, overflow bottles (radiator and power steering) being replaced/moved.

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/924/JyLIWZ.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poJyLIWZj)

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That's one busy engine bay.

[Marauderjack]

I don't know why but I figgered your car was black??:shake:

When do ya think you'll ever drive it??:confused:

[Lowndex]

I don't know why but I figgered your car was black??:shake:

When do ya think you'll ever drive it??:confused:

When Marty says, "it's done". :) After arrival at MO's Speed Shop, 3-4 weeks later they will start work. From there, we work through the known and unknown list of items to address. Summary, Spring 2019.

[musclemerc]

You can remove Darren, Doom, and Paul's car off your list.
The blue can stay....

[Lowndex]

You can remove Darren, Doom, and Paul's car off your list.
The blue can stay....

I agree. I started another thread asking for suggestions toward cleaning up my engine bay.

[Spectragod]

I agree. I started another thread asking for suggestions toward cleaning up my engine bay.

I’m hurt I’m being removed, I feel so alone now....:depress:

Good move on sending your car to Marty, his guys thrive on Marauder builds, they’ll do you well.

[Spectragod]

You know, when this car is done, we should have a MoRauder meet in GA.

[musclemerc]

I’m hurt I’m being removed, I feel so alone now....:depress:

Good move on sending your car to Marty, his guys thrive on Marauder builds, they’ll do you well.

Dont be hurt Darren, your MM is well thought out and a visual pleasure.

[Spectragod]

I was just injecting sarcasm, thanks for the props on my ride. I have followed many others lead,and, expanded on their ideas


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[Lowndex]

Today I received a pm from a member that, I believe, saved me a headache down the road.

"I want to ask you a question if I may...

If a centri SC is in the plans why didn't you go with an 8 rib setup?
The single bolt tensioner (thump RRR or not) wont hold off belt slip once you start to make real power. It will be a weak spot in your build."

Wow! So respectful and helpful. I hope the member reveals their identity. But, out of respect for their privacy, I cannot.

This is a typical example of the members here: always willing to help. Given my low knowledge of cars in general, I need all the help I can get.

[Lowndex]

You know, when this car is done, we should have a MoRauder meet in GA.

I hereby agree. See you Spring of 2019.

In related news, once my car is ready, my wife wanted to fly out to Georgia with me to, meet Martin, his wife and Marty's partner before driving back home together! Yikes, that's five days in a car with my wife. :eek: And there is no way in hell I want my wife to know Marty's wife. Car knowledge aside, this is about survival! :help:

I share with my wife we could not drive the car together, as Martin wants to take my baby to car shows. Martyo had no such idea; I asked him to consider it for me. You know, like Kindig It / Bitchin Rides (http://www.kindigit.com/) keeps cars for up to 3 years before the owner gets the car! She looked at me with skepticism and asked, "when do you get the car back?" I replied, "when Marty says I can have it back.' :D

Now this was sheer brilliance on my part - I threw Marty under the bus. He has not even worked on my car yet and my wife has it in for him. That is the mark of a true car restomod professional. :beer:

[Lowndex]

I’m hurt I’m being removed, I feel so alone now....:depress:

Good move on sending your car to Marty, his guys thrive on Marauder builds, they’ll do you well.

I understood the reason to remove the cars I did was they are not examples of busy engine bays. I thought I might have upset someone and the member was trying to help me out telling me to remove said pics.

You know I love your car. If you wanted to sell your car three years ago, I would have bought it for $40K in a NY second AND I could have avoided sleeping in the garage the last two years!

[Lowndex]

That's one busy engine bay.


Marty will clean it up in time for his new reality Velocity car show, 'Mo's Speed Shop'.

[musclemerc]

Today I received a pm from a member that, I believe, saved me a headache down the road.

"I want to ask you a question if I may...

If a centri SC is in the plans why didn't you go with an 8 rib setup?
The single bolt tensioner (thump RRR or not) wont hold off belt slip once you start to make real power. It will be a weak spot in your build."

Wow! So respectful and helpful. I hope the member reveals their identity. But, out of respect for their privacy, I cannot.

This is a typical example of the members here: always willing to help. Given my low knowledge of cars in general, I need all the help I can get.


I have no problem asking you on the public forum. I asked in PM because I didn't want to give the impression I was piling on your build, not did i want to give the impression i was jealous of what you've put together.

Since you obviously dont mind please explain how is it your finished product will be powered by a centri (keep in mind you sent the car to a "speed shop",,, they didn't do a 3 bolt timing cover or an 8 rib setup?
I have to admit I was expecting both considering this is now the most expensive MM in the world.

[justbob]

Today I received a pm from a member that, I believe, saved me a headache down the road.



"I want to ask you a question if I may...



If a centri SC is in the plans why didn't you go with an 8 rib setup?

The single bolt tensioner (thump RRR or not) wont hold off belt slip once you start to make real power. It will be a weak spot in your build."



Wow! So respectful and helpful. I hope the member reveals their identity. But, out of respect for their privacy, I cannot.



This is a typical example of the members here: always willing to help. Given my low knowledge of cars in general, I need all the help I can get.



Manual tensioner and cog pulleys FTW [emoji6]


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[musclemerc]

Even better Bob....

[Spectragod]

Manual tensioner and cog pulleys FTW [emoji6]


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^^^^THIS^^^ FTMFW!!!!


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[Lowndex]

Looks like a great car for the Hot Rod Tour.

What is the thinking behind the 9.0 rear end?

I want a fully independent rear-end suspension (IRS) to improve cornering capabilities. Lifespeed and I are not interested in straight line speed as much as cornering. I think (not know) a 9.0 IRS would do wonders to yield better overhaul handling. A IRS would also support JRi rear coilovers vs separates.

Supposedly, new IRS systems deliver what I seek.


Mustang IRS vs Solid Rear Axles | IRS vs Solid Rear | CJ Pony Parts
https://www.cjponyparts.com/resources/mustang-irs-vs-solid-rear-axles

[sailsmen]

Are you sure you need it?

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Can a Marauder hold its own on the track with a Lamborgini?

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To make a short story long I own an 04 DTR Marauder. It has had all the Dennis, Zack/Mac majic done to it. In the past 2 years it has won 3rd then 2nd place in the All Ford Nationals at Carlisle, PA.
I am a member of the Eastern Pantera Club. We co sponsor a track event at Pocono International Raceway yearly with various other Italian Car Clubs such as Lamborgini, Maserati, and Ferrari. Since my Pantera is in pieces I asked and was permitted to bring the Marauder to the track to run. As I stated in a post a while back I am not a drag racer. I use my car every day and in the snow so I opted for a centrifigul vs. roots type supercharger. I have not changed my rear end ratio. I do however like to run in track events.
Well I lined up to run with 19 other cars, all newer model Italian high performance exotic cars. We run NASCAR wise, counter clockwise. We used turn 1, turn 2, then an infield course that has a 270, three 90's, two 75 degree turns and a chicane, then we enter back onto the main staight with 2/3 of that straight available before turn 1.
Well boys and girls I have to tell you after 5 laps everyone in attendance was looking at this Canadian maufactured, Dearborn Sedan. It ate cars like it was at an Italian buffet. Not only did the Marauder hold it's own on the banked turns it passed most and stayed with the best of them in the infield. Comming out of the infield onto the main straight I devoured them. The available touque was awsome. I ran with the antilock brakes and overdrive off. Down the straight going into turn one, 135 mph+ easy. 130 mph+ into turn 2 and an average speed through the infield of 60+ mph.
The transmission mods worked great, that baby knew when to down shift upon hard braking. The supercharger spun up smoothly so the ass end never kicked out. Dennis's total package and the Zack/Mac control arms worked flawlessly.
After I came off the track nearly everone came over to see the car. Most of these folks told me they thought it was a joke putting the DTR on the track against these 6 figure cars. On day two I repeated the same results. No fluke.
A lot of exotic car owners have a new found respect for our "Family Sedans / Cop Cars". Needless to say I had a blast.
Sorry for the long story but I just had to brag a little. Enjoy your Marauders they are all special.

[Lowndex]

Need it? I do not understand. On a more serious note, the theory is sound. Someone has to install an IRS with high performance front and rear coilovers to qualify the benefits. Of all our members, Lifespeed is who I would ask first.

I get someone saying, 'why didn't you just buy a late model muscle car or something'? I live my Marauder and enjoy making the most out of the car.

[sailsmen]

Per my above post - "...Italian Car Clubs such as Lamborgini, Maserati, and Ferrari...", "...It ate cars like it was at an Italian buffet. Not only did the Marauder hold it's own on the banked turns it passed most and stayed with the best of them in the infield. Comming out of the infield onto the main straight I devoured them.".

All done with the only suspension mod - "Zack/Mac control arms".

[Lowndex]

Damn! And you explained well need vs want.

Imagine the exotic car owners continually see a Marauder hanging with them. I would love to have heard what they were saying. ��

[lifespeed]

Today I received a pm from a member that, I believe, saved me a headache down the road.

"I want to ask you a question if I may...

If a centri SC is in the plans why didn't you go with an 8 rib setup?
The single bolt tensioner (thump RRR or not) wont hold off belt slip once you start to make real power. It will be a weak spot in your build."

Wow! So respectful and helpful. I hope the member reveals their identity. But, out of respect for their privacy, I cannot.

This is a typical example of the members here: always willing to help. Given my low knowledge of cars in general, I need all the help I can get.


I installed 8-rib on mine, not going to puzzle over belt slippage problems as I adjust the boost to meet my goals. And an older Cobra 3-bolt timing cover to support the herky tensioner. Might want to have a discussion with myself, Chris and Marty on your new supercharger drive setup.

[sailsmen]

So you just don't "need" to beat the "Italian Exotics" you "want" to slaughter them?

Merriam Webster definition - Marauder
: one who roams from place to place making attacks and raids in search of plunder

[lifespeed]

I want a fully independent rear-end suspension (IRS) to improve cornering capabilities. Lifespeed and I are not interested in straight line speed as much as cornering. I think (not know) a 9.0 IRS would do wonders to yield better overhaul handling. A IRS would also support JRi rear coilovers vs separates.

Supposedly, new IRS systems deliver what I seek.


Mustang IRS vs Solid Rear Axles | IRS vs Solid Rear | CJ Pony Parts
https://www.cjponyparts.com/resources/mustang-irs-vs-solid-rear-axles


I'm going to proceed with three-link (torque arm) suspension and keep the solid axle. It has a fantastic feel, and handles high horsepower better than anything.

[sailsmen]

I can attest to a single bolt Thump holding up well for;
Vortech Super Charger V-2 “T” Trim, 19 PSI
8 Rib Belt, Innovators West 10% Overdrive Dampner.

Got 50,842 miles on the previous Thump.

[MyBlackBeasts]

I want a fully independent rear-end suspension (IRS) to improve cornering capabilities. Lifespeed and I are not interested in straight line speed as much as cornering. I think (not know) a 9.0 IRS would do wonders to yield better overhaul handling. A IRS would also support JRi rear coilovers vs separates.

Supposedly, new IRS systems deliver what I seek.


Mustang IRS vs Solid Rear Axles | IRS vs Solid Rear | CJ Pony Parts
https://www.cjponyparts.com/resources/mustang-irs-vs-solid-rear-axles


I don't know, my MM corners like a sports car.


I blow everyone's mind when I take 40mph curves at 60/70mph perfectly flat and glued to the road.


Don't see the need for IRS cost, put the $ elsewhere.


Set the MM up with available RS goodies and some sticky rear tires (MT drag radials 12"wide) and see what it does. You'll like! :banana2:

[musclemerc]

^^^^^Those 12" MT do stick pretty good my friend.

[MyBlackBeasts]

^^^^^Those 12" MT do stick pretty good my friend.


:up::up::up::up::up:

[Lowndex]

I'm going to proceed with three-link (torque arm) suspension and keep the solid axle. It has a fantastic feel, and handles high horsepower better than anything.

I am following what you, Sailsman and so many others already know. I bought the timing cover you recommended. 8-rib pulleys and belts can wait for Marty to select and buy. I bought the timing cover so I can get it powder coated in Hello Kitty wrap.

Just kidding. I am changing the MMR valve covers, which are powder coated glossy black to sterling charcoal gun metal. I hope the following parts next to one another will pop!
a. sterling charcoal gun metal valve covers with blue inserts
b. indigo blue fuel rails
c. Metco pulleys with glossy black outer with polished inner

Example:

Current MMR valve covers:

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/924/OMq700.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poOMq700j)


New color (courtesy of a member who has done similar):

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/924/o7kSO8.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poo7kSO8j)

[MyBlackBeasts]

For 2.5 years, I mostly ignored advice from this forum. If I had started out with MO's Speed Shop,........., anyway, I am listening now.

The IRS is dead!


Not saying you should give up on a dream.


Just saying try what's available 1st.


It's cheap and may give you what you want.


If the end product doesn't meet your expectations, then go after the IRS.


Someone will always buy the parts you pull back off it.

[musclemerc]

Today I received a pm from a member that, I believe, saved me a headache down the road.

"I want to ask you a question if I may...

If a centri SC is in the plans why didn't you go with an 8 rib setup?
The single bolt tensioner (thump RRR or not) wont hold off belt slip once you start to make real power. It will be a weak spot in your build."

Wow! So respectful and helpful. I hope the member reveals their identity. But, out of respect for their privacy, I cannot.

This is a typical example of the members here: always willing to help. Given my low knowledge of cars in general, I need all the help I can get.


I am following what you, Sailsman and so many others already know. I bought the timing cover you recommended. 8-rib pulleys and belts can wait for Marty to select and buy. I bought the timing cover so I can get it powder coated in Hello Kitty wrap.

Just kidding. I am changing the MMR valve covers, which are powder coated glossy black to sterling charcoal gun metal. I hope the following parts next to one another will pop!
a. sterling charcoal gun metal valve covers with blue inserts
b. indigo blue fuel rails
c. Metco pulleys with glossy black outer with polished inner

Example:

Current MMR valve covers:

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/924/OMq700.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poOMq700j)


New color (sorry Lifespeed, but I love your engine):

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/921/xpLVWA.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/plxpLVWAj)


For 2.5 years, I mostly ignored advice from this forum. If I had started out with MO's Speed Shop,........., anyway, I am listening now.

The IRS is dead!


I'd be pissed with BRG racing.
ATI balancer
ThumpRRR single bolt tensioner
Custom PS pump pulley
PC timing cover

Just a little homework (from them/yourself) would have cost you a lot less :violin:

[justbob]

ATI’s and Thump’s aren’t cheap! I’ve had both. [emoji383]


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[Spectragod]

Agreed. Better yet, going with MO's Speed Shop in the first place would have me driving my Marauder the last 1.5 years! Guess how much that would be worth to me? :mad2:

Uhhhhh $8????

[Lowndex]

Uhhhhh $8????

Damn good guess!

[Lowndex]

Reliable Carriers picks up my Marauder on 10/18 to delivery to MO's Speed Shop.

[Lowndex]

Reliable Carriers picked up my Marauder this morning. They are taking a Porsche 918 Spyder to Atlanta for auction. My ride arrives to Marty on Thursday.

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/924/D0TVYu.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poD0TVYuj)


https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/924/plStTv.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poplStTvj)



https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/922/7qUCqR.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pm7qUCqRj)


https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/924/I1U8CX.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poI1U8CXj)

[Marauderjack]

I thought your car was already at Marty's shop??:confused:

[Lowndex]

Upon arrival to my house and again at MO's Speed Shop, the engine does not sound right! . Marty agrees and is pulling the engine to inspect, and if necessary, correct any issues. I want the piece of mind before we proceed with the ADTR blower.

[crownvic97]

Upon arrival to my house and again at MO's Speed Shop, the engine does not sound right! . Marty agrees and is pulling the engine to inspect, and if necessary, correct any issues. I want the piece of mind before we proceed with the ADTR blower.

Ugh, that sucks.

[Marauderjack]

Glad you're finally on the right track and I know it's none of my bidness but I sure would like to know how much you've spent (maybe wasted) during the looooong time they have been working(?) on your car out there on the left coast!!??:confused:

Marty and his guys will do ya right and make ya proud of your Silver Birch car (the fastest color BTW)!!:beer::bows:;)

[Lowndex]

The motor has been pulled to inspect against engine build sheet; ensure no issues exist toward motor tune and break-in.

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/921/asu5Qq.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/plasu5Qqj)

[IndyMerc]

Those Rims are Beautiful.

[Lowndex]

Those Rims are Beautiful.

Thank you.

[Lowndex]

Just before Christmas, 2018, MO's Speed Shop discovered my motor was destroyed - starved by oil. The line from the oil pump to the engine was twisted/crimped due to excessive torque during installation. Other issues played a role in the motor's failure. In early January, 2019, a new short block was ordered from Livernois (same specs as before). I had to wait a few weeks for customer orders placed before me to complete. Next week, the completely assembled motor (short block, heads, balancer, etc. will be shipped to MO's Speed Shop for installation into my Marauder. KC, BRG Racing owner, paid for the new short block, parts and labor of both Livernois and MO's Speed Shop for engine removal, analysis, build, shipping and re-installation! The monies will exceed $15,000.00! I am grateful KC showed integrity of the highest level paying for all that was required.

Last week, I ordered from Chris, owner of ADTR.net, the Vortech V3-Si supercharger with all the trimmings. It will arrive at MO's Speed Shop eight weeks from now.

Many other issues on my Marauder need attention, which Marty is addressing one-by-one. I am guessing all work will complete July 2019.

[SteelQualityMan]

So you're not asking for compensation for pain and suffering?

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[musclemerc]

They did the right thing. Mo will get you done.

[justbob]

So glad to hear this is on the up and up!

I’ve been curious on the progress.

You should have one awesome taxi after all this!!!


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[crownvic97]

Sounds like the previous shop owned the engine mistake and paid the bill? That’s great if so.

Glad to see forward progress!!!

[guspech750]

I was just thinking of this thread a few days ago. Glad to see things are moving in a positive fashion!!


Sent from the White House on the tax payers dime.

[Lowndex]

Marty designed new valve covers for my ride.

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/923/dHPg1V.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pndHPg1Vj)

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/924/0W7p77.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/po0W7p77j)

[Joe Walsh]

Badazz!.....:2thumbs:

[Lowndex]

I thought Marty was just another pretty face. Snap!

[Invective]

Next week, the completely assembled motor (short block, heads, balancer, etc. will be shipped to MO's Speed Shop for installation into my Marauder. KC, BRG Racing owner, paid for the new short block, parts and labor of both Livernois and MO's Speed Shop for engine removal, analysis, build, shipping and re-installation! The monies will exceed $15,000.00! I am grateful KC showed integrity of the highest level paying for all that was required.




I'm glad to read the previous shop stepped up to the plate, probably after MartyO went to bat for you. I was at MartyO's shop back in February having some work done to my car and saw yours up on the lift - interesting. Harrison pointed out some of the details/upgrades performed to your car. I'm perfectly happy with the Monroe OE Spectrum shocks Harrison and Jeff installed on my car LOL!!!


https://am-ebay-images-items.s3.amazonaws.com/item/AM-2816414243.jpg

[Lowndex]

Final bill paid to Livernois by KC, BRG Racing. The complete motor ships to MO's Speed Shop on 5/06/19.

[Spectragod]

Final bill paid to Livernois by KC, BRG Racing. The complete motor ships to MO's Speed Shop on 5/06/19.



And then we all make the trek to Marty’s place to celebrate?


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[Lowndex]

I plan on moving in with Marty. Unlike his wife, I will let him:

* have sex with all the women he wants
* put his feet on the furniture
* not have to tell me where he is or who he is with
* watch sports, t&a and action shows with zero complaints
* not have to say hello or I love you, ever
* enjoy no penalty for forgetting birthday, mother's day or anniversary
* never have to answer what my ass looks like in an outfit

[Lowndex]

My new Livernois motor has arrived at Marty's. Moving forward.

The ADTR blower arrives at Marty's in three weeks.

[blazen71]

Great news!!!!

[Lowndex]

Marty knows engine porn:

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/922/HQKOdL.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmHQKOdLj)

[Marauderjack]

VERY NICE!!:beer::bows:

It's been a loooooong road for you.......hopefully not much longer!!:shake:

[justbob]

Like pure jewelry.. If only I could put it on a chain and around my neck..


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[cer0413]

Marty knows engine porn:

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/922/HQKOdL.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmHQKOdLj)Sheesh!

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[MyBlackBeasts]

Marty knows engine porn:

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/922/HQKOdL.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmHQKOdLj)


Is that a Meziere water pump on it?

[Lowndex]

Yes, it is this model:

https://www.meziere.com/Products/Cooling-System-Products/Pumps-Electric/Ford/Electric-Pump-Ford-Modular-with-Small-Pulley-for-Blown-Applications-55-GPM.aspx

May have to switch to this one:
https://www.meziere.com/Products/Cooling-System-Products/Pumps-Electric/Ford/Electric-Pump-Ford-Modular-with-HD-Idler-55-GPM.aspx

[MyBlackBeasts]

Yes, it is this model:

https://www.meziere.com/Products/Cooling-System-Products/Pumps-Electric/Ford/Electric-Pump-Ford-Modular-with-Small-Pulley-for-Blown-Applications-55-GPM.aspx

May have to switch to this one:
https://www.meziere.com/Products/Cooling-System-Products/Pumps-Electric/Ford/Electric-Pump-Ford-Modular-with-HD-Idler-55-GPM.aspx




Why the possible change needed?


Meziere's website application guide sucks. I had to contact them to ask why the app states none of their pumps pumps work on a Ford 4.6. Ends up they say that because a bracket on Mustang 4.6 interferes with there pumps. 4.6 non-Mustang is fine.

[Seneca]

That engine is a work of art! Very nice

[Joe Walsh]

Why the possible change needed?


Meziere's website application guide sucks. I had to contact them to ask why the app states none of their pumps pumps work on a Ford 4.6. Ends up they say that because a bracket on Mustang 4.6 interferes with there pumps. 4.6 non-Mustang is fine.

I ran this Meziere (WP346) with no problems on my NA engine.

https://mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=105327

BTW: The engine looks sweet!....:bows:

[crownvic97]

Looking real good!

[Blown3.8]

Engine looks great!

The WP on the engine looks like the heavy duty one. And it fits with the centri with 8 rib setup. I'd have to look to see if it would fit with the 6 rib.

[Lowndex]

Marty designed the engine: powder coat changes and components.

[MyBlackBeasts]

Marty designed the engine: powder coat changes and components.


Man, I can't wait to see the completed project!


You have to bring it to Louisville meet!!!

[03Merc]

Marty also helped Me design mine.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190617/e49261f56e008de0eba187f3a9f021 73.jpg


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[Lowndex]

Marty also helped Me design mine.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190617/e49261f56e008de0eba187f3a9f021 73.jpg


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Beautiful, clean and loved by the owner.

[Lowndex]

Latest pictures from Marty:

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/923/uf5d2z.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnuf5d2zj)


https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/922/Y8wsya.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmY8wsyaj)


https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/923/I5PInL.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnI5PInLj)


https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/923/EToKb8.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnEToKb8j)


https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/921/RQJ29p.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/plRQJ29pj)

[justbob]

Nice! Estimated completion date?


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[sailsmen]

Looking good! It would be great to see the expression on your face the first time you drive it!

[musclemerc]

Picture perfect!!!!

[Lowndex]

Nice! Estimated completion date?


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NEVER going to fall for that question again!

[Lowndex]

Looking good! It would be great to see the expression on your face the first time you drive it!

Same expression as when I have a good bowel movement.

[justbob]

NEVER going to fall for that question again!

I’m being serious. Will there be some cruising time before the fall?

Also, what ever happened to getting an N/A time slip? I guess logistics kind of kill that goal now.

Could have had Jeff run it for ya! He had no problem piloting mine a bit sideways at 115! [emoji43]


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[sailsmen]

Same expression as when I have a good bowel movement.

I hope with time behind the wheel your feelings about your Marauder improve. Good Luck.

[Lowndex]

I’m being serious. Will there be some cruising time before the fall?

Also, what ever happened to getting an N/A time slip? I guess logistics kind of kill that goal now.

Could have had Jeff run it for ya! He had no problem piloting mine a bit sideways at 115! [emoji43]


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No, Marty will complete the car (including blower), driving it and tuning for return to me. There will be no NA baseline - adds time and money I no longer have.

[Lowndex]

I’m being serious. Will there be some cruising time before the fall?

Also, what ever happened to getting an N/A time slip? I guess logistics kind of kill that goal now.

Could have had Jeff run it for ya! He had no problem piloting mine a bit sideways at 115! [emoji43]


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No, Marty will complete the car (including blower), driving it and tuning for return to me. There will be no NA baseline - adds time and money I no longer have.

[Lowndex]

I seem to have lost the ability to delete a post I write. Sorry for the duplicate.

[Lowndex]

I hope with time behind the wheel your feelings about your Marauder improve. Good Luck.

Time to heals all wounds,..........., well most of them. I am confident I will love my car and all the work MOs Speed Shop provides.

[justbob]

Time to heals all wounds,..........., well most of them. I am confident I will love my card and all the work MOs Speed Shop provides.

Correction. You will love your car.




Marty will love your card...


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[Lowndex]

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q90/923/Ukbirh.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnUkbirhj)

[03Merc]

Very, very nice!


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[Peace2Peep]

That is so beautiful!

[cer0413]

Very nice

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[Marauderjack]

BEAUTIFUL work Marty & Co.!!:beer:

[03Merc]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190725/89574c107bdcaa9b4330700f128fb9 b9.jpg

Just got My covers back from coating.


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[Lowndex]

Awesome engine, sir. You and Marty think alike.

[mm svt]

Everything is looking good, here’s one that’s really close

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190726/cb31113618e5470ebf0cdae2f8f4d2 17.jpg


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[Lowndex]

Another powerful, damn fine looking beast!

[mm svt]

Another powerful, damn fine looking beast!

Thanks, it’s in the car and ready for the start up tune for break in, it’ll be at MOs soon


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[Lowndex]

Thanks, it’s in the car and ready for the start up tune for break in, it’ll be at MOs soon


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I do not have much blower knowledge. But that looks like a 500 rwhp + setup to me.

[mm svt]

I do not have much blower knowledge. But that looks like a 500 rwhp + setup to me.

Sure hope so,
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190803/84f7d4f2068cf25d2cbc1eedf50832 82.jpg

I guess I’ll do a run down on the mods, starting with a 99 teksid block
.020 over, stroker crank, Manley rods, pistons from Carrillo 9cc dish Bullet series, Billet oil pump gears from Boundry, Moroso oil pan, 03 cobra oil pump pick up tube, p71 oil cooler and block adapter with oil filter relocation with -8 AN hoses and fittings, kooks long tubes ceramic coated, satin aluminum powder coated 03 cobra timing cover, lower intake, pulley bridge, idler bridge and inner cooler water adapter, original Marauder cam covers powder coated translucent blue, VMP Gen 2 TVS blower with Accufab throttle body, SCT BA 2600 maf, injector dynamics 1300x2 injectors, 300 amp alternator, killer chiller dual walbro 455 pumps, modified fuel hat for duel -8 lines out and -6 return, fore fuel rails, magnaflow pressure regulator, Kenn bell boost a pump, TREMEC T56 magnum, billet transmission yoke, custom drive shaft, larger universal joints, 31 spline axles and Eaton locker differential with ford racing 4:10 gears. The heads are the Marauder heads cnc ported and polished 31mm valves and seats bronze guides, new lifters, rockers with Crower Stage 3 blower cams, Marty and Jeff @ MOs took the time to add a start up tune and progress into a driver/ break in tune till it gets on the dyno very soon.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190803/4c2cc58e5756bd9fd9c35fe44504e7 fb.jpg


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[mm svt]

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q90/923/Ukbirh.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnUkbirhj)

Your car is going to be a show stopper, when it’s done you should probably take a year off and just hit car shows


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[03Merc]

Your car is going to be a show stopper, when it’s done you should probably take a year off and just hit car shows


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That car has a great nickname!


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[mm svt]

That car has a great nickname!


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What is the nickname?


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[Spectragod]

What is the nickname?


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Money pit..... just like all the cars we mod


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[Lowndex]

Marty has everything installed except wiring up the JRide system for the JRi coilovers. Engine start and test, Stainless Works full exhaust, all gauges working (at idle), etc. are done.

Next is cleaning up the engine bay to look like it is headed to a car show, reinstall the stereo system (two batteries in trunk), install hood liner and led lights, etc.

Then, drive it around to put some miles on the engine, tune the engine/blower/transmission, corner weight and take to a road track to properly adjust JRi settings. Final tune adjustments.

Finally, detail and load on Reliable Carrier to come home (November 2019). The Marauder already has a home waiting for it - https://www.karparkauto.com/

***************

Yes, pictures to follow. I am waiting until the car is done and detailed.

[martyo]

Who said November???

[justbob]

Marty has everything installed except wiring up the JRide system for the JRi coilovers. Engine start and test, Stainless Works full exhaust, all gauges working (at idle), etc. are done.

Next is cleaning up the engine bay to look like it is headed to a car show, reinstall the stereo system (two batteries in trunk), install hood liner and led lights, etc.

Then, drive it around to put some miles on the engine, tune the engine/blower/transmission, corner weight and take to a road track to properly adjust JRi settings. Final tune adjustments.

Finally, detail and load on Reliable Carrier to come home (November 2019). The Marauder already has a home waiting for it - https://www.karparkauto.com/

***************

Yes, pictures to follow. I am waiting until the car is done and detailed.

This place by me exploded in car condo sales. Some serious cars and coin rolling in and out.

https://www.irongatemotorcondos.com/contact/


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[Spectragod]

Marty has everything installed except wiring up the JRide system for the JRi coilovers. Engine start and test, Stainless Works full exhaust, all gauges working (at idle), etc. are done.

Next is cleaning up the engine bay to look like it is headed to a car show, reinstall the stereo system (two batteries in trunk), install hood liner and led lights, etc.

Then, drive it around to put some miles on the engine, tune the engine/blower/transmission, corner weight and take to a road track to properly adjust JRi settings. Final tune adjustments.

Finally, detail and load on Reliable Carrier to come home (November 2019). The Marauder already has a home waiting for it - https://www.karparkauto.com/

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Yes, pictures to follow. I am waiting until the car is done and detailed.

I thought we were going to have a get together at MartyO’s? Dafuq?



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[martyo]

I thought we were going to have a get together at MartyO’s? Dafuq?



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November 2, 2019.

[03Merc]

November 2, 2019.

I'll be there.


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[martyo]

I'll be there.


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Excellent!

[MyBlackBeasts]

November 2, 2019.

Oh, sure! I'll be there 11/3! Now you say it... :confused::alone::bigcry:

[Lowndex]

November 2, 2019.

I was not invited. Of course, having experienced me as a customer, I understand. :)

[Lowndex]

Assuming there are no more surprises,............ Many, many things I had paid for had to be replaced (besides the entire engine, oil pan & pickup, , :
* entire custom fuel hat and return lines did not work
* wiring under the dash and engine bay was the work of complete incompetence - had to be completely redone at significant cost to me
* new gas tank mounting screws where hammer through my back set cabin! Holes had to be repaired and the tank mounted properly.
* custom mounts for fuel rails were not built properly - worthless. I had to buy new rails and standard mounts (custom was never needed).
* and I am too pissed off to name the rest

Marty and Jeff continue efforts to provide me a professionally re-modded Marauder. The work done by MO's Speed Shop is the only joy I have had from my car in years.

[Spectragod]

Holy s#\t!!!!!!


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[lifespeed]

Too bad you ever got involved with KC. I couldn't believe that picture you showed me of the twisted AN oil cooler fitting . . . glad to hear you're on the right track.

[Marauderjack]

Sorry to hear you wasted so much time and money but GLAD to hear you're in GREAT hands now!!:cool::beer:

Marty and his GANG will get it RIGHT for ya!! :up::up:

[justbob]

Unbelievable!


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[Lowndex]

Thank you, all.

One a positive note, throughout this last year, Marty shared pictures of his Chevy C10 with a Ford Coyote engine (abomination, hehehehe), his little red Corvette (beautiful interior work) and his dogs to comfort me. The dogs will melt your heart.

[Lowndex]

A few recent pictures from Marty:

The interior was removed (dash, seats, carpet) to install sound dampening material):

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/923/TbXOS3.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnTbXOS3j)


http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/921/8TL1Eq.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pl8TL1Eqj)



Rear trunk wiring relay for dual batteries and fuel hat replacement:

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/922/IhnsVR.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmIhnsVRj)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/924/ysQ1fM.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poysQ1fMj)



Engine bay before dress up:
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/923/tpqZJ4.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pntpqZJ4j)

[justbob]

So I’m not the only one with only the last half of the rear seating hvac duct? [emoji1303]


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[Lowndex]

Engine (not tuned):

Be sure to share with Marty he needs a new mobile - horrible video and audio quality. That comment is going to cost me!

https://youtu.be/XXfgXdSKK-Q



Trunk, dual batteries and mounting block:

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/924/MJdqrn.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poMJdqrnj)


http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/921/VC0DS3.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/plVC0DS3j)


http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/924/IHU0cz.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poIHU0czj)


http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/924/efgaud.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poefgaudj)


http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/923/HBdfoi.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnHBdfoij)

[Lowndex]

I phoned Marty (true; no bs) and he was in his car driving his family to dinner. When I shared the 'humor' of this post, he informed me I am buying his new mobile phone.

Moral:
Don't f*** with Marty!

[musclemerc]

Marty has you on the right track.
Car looks great!

[1Marauder]

One of the builds that keeps on giving... Lowndex, I still owe you lunch or dinner. Can't wait to settle up.
When is these beast headed back to NorCal?

[Ambitious1]

That engine looks awesome! I also really like all of the carbon fiber you have under the hood! Did you do it yourself or have someone do it?

[cer0413]

Awesome and beautiful build sir

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[Lowndex]

That engine looks awesome! I also really like all of the carbon fiber you have under the hood! Did you do it yourself or have someone do it?

Thank you, but I want to be clear, there is no carbon fiber. All the parts are new, replacement pieces that have been hydro coated.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZI5JfeQsLAU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4XHmm22rGA

[Lowndex]

Awesome and beautiful build sir

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Thank you. MOs Speed Shop gets all the credit. The engine bay looks so much more professional and clean.

[Lowndex]

Dyno time:

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/922/f3a0un.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmf3a0unj)

[cer0413]

[emoji91][emoji91][emoji91][emoji91]

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[03Merc]

Nice, finally off the damn lift! I've been wanting to see this on the floor...wow!!!


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[Peace2Peep]

Seeing your mishimoto intercooler made me think of this question: Has anyone painted their intercooler black? How do you do it? Is it ok to do so? Mine overshadows the beautiful grill in the Florida sunlight.

[Lowndex]

It is my humble understanding the painted radiator will not cool as well. Ant paint you add will be somewhat of an insulator. Thus, the product is produced as is.

Two years ago, I started on a thread on this subject and was schooled by the experienced owners here.

[Lowndex]

Nice, finally off the damn lift! I've been wanting to see this on the floor...wow!!!


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AMEN! I have been waiting 5 years.

[justbob]

So what is left to do now brother?


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[Comin' in Hot]

I saw it on the lift in the second episode of faster with Finnegan. Looked good on tv lol

[Lowndex]

I saw it on the lift in the second episode of faster with Finnegan. Looked good on tv lol

https://www.motortrendondemand.com/show/faster-with-finnegan/148725112/

Jeff is far better looking than Marty. whoops........

[Mr. Man]

Dyno time:

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/922/f3a0un.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmf3a0unj)......and the numbers are? :dunno:

[Lowndex]

No numbers yet. They are repairing a faulty sensor. I will be happy with anything over 500 rwhp. More than that and I will be spinning tires.

[cer0413]

[emoji102]

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[Lowndex]

[emoji102]

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Your ride looks great. Please share a bigger version of the pic with the trees in the background. Are the wheels black chrome or all black - can't tell.

[cer0413]

Your ride looks great. Please share a bigger version of the pic with the trees in the background. Are the wheels black chrome or all black - can't tell.They are pvd black chrome https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200125/540baf9ba24577bd2b05295110d5fa 92.jpg

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[cer0413]

https://youtu.be/_DlrEMCBKSY

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[Lowndex]

Gorgeous ride!

[NXSBOB]

https://www.motortrendondemand.com/show/faster-with-finnegan/148725112/

Jeff is far better looking than Marty. whoops........
"This video is only available for subscribers."

[1Marauder]

So what is left to do now brother?


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Really needs to to go to lunch with Grant and all other NorCal Marauder's! Grant's treat!

[martyo]

I keep seeing this thread and wondering what shop is working on his car.

The car left my shop months ago after the owner sent me his 6,832,721st text.

[Lowndex]

That's harsh. Your partner, Jeff, told me to send all my tweets, texts and calls to you. He said I was just the type of customer you deserve.

I was just following orders.

[Lowndex]

After 5 years, my baby hit the number (510 rwhp) I asked with relatively low psi from the blower. Marty complimented the V3 Vortech blower from Chris at ADTR having one of the smoothest hp runs.

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/800x600q90/922/A2iGK4.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmA2iGK4j)

[musclemerc]

That has to put a smile on your face!

[cer0413]

Congrats and job well done Mo's Team!!!

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[Invective]

How much time, money and heartache have gone into this car? Is it everything you wanted? Fred wants to know!

https://i.imgur.com/F2Qzm3tl.jpg

[Lowndex]

The first three questions are covered here (https://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?58600-Replacement-performance-engine-sought&highlight=). The last one, "thanks to MOs Speed Shop" - HELL YES!

[Lowndex]

That has to put a smile on your face!

The heartache is disappearing. Smiles and smiles to go.

[justbob]

I know there is a short wait for tunes but FIVE years?? [emoji6]

Congrats!


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[loud2004marquis]

Congrats! It's been a long road for you, glad to see it get completed. Make sure to enjoy!:burnout::burnout:

[Mr. Man]

Driving or shipping it home?

[Lowndex]

Driving or shipping it home?

Reliable Carriers

[z man]

Any updates since you got it home?

I’ve checked in on this thread for a while (even before becoming a member) and I saw your car at Mo’s last December when I dropped mine off... out of everything in the shop, it certainly stood out! I walked over and took a good long look... what a sweet ride.

[Lowndex]

I apologize for being absent from the forum. COVID-19 has been all consuming.

Largely to do with COVID-19, my car remains at MO's Speed Shop. Work on fixing or replacing many items from the previous shop has occupied the restoration for the last many months: new fuel pickup and pumps, new gas tank, weld rear trunk and seat holes from improper mount of the gas tank, new fuel lines, new power steering pump to work with hydro boost system, new fuel rails and mounts, and much, much more. Close at $35,000 and counting!

We are in the home stretch. Until my car is arrives on my doorstep, I asked Marty to send me his red Z06 Vette for me to use. I assume he is still thinking about it. He's such a sweetie.

I will post pics and videos when Marty purchases a decent mobile phone.

Sincerely,
Marty's biggest fan

[MMBLUE]

This has got to be the record for longest build. I don't know how you went so long without driving it. Heck, I've gone through 3 MM's since the start of this build. So glad that the end is near for you. Marty is the BOMB !

[Lowndex]

Any updates since you got it home?

I’ve checked in on this thread for a while (even before becoming a member) and I saw your car at Mo’s last December when I dropped mine off... out of everything in the shop, it certainly stood out! I walked over and took a good long look... what a sweet ride.

Thank you, sir.

[Lowndex]

Marty did not ship me his Z06 Vette!

Jeff is test driving my baby to find and fix whatever arises. Suspension tuning is near: corner balancing, setting up the JRi coilover shock settings for daily and haul-ass use. Recall, I can set suspension parameters via a remote. I am sure most of you will say, 'what is daily drive for'? :)

Other things remain: painting the nose, detailing the car (outside and inside) and a MOs Speed Shop engine badge!

Marty has trained me to not ask, "when will it be done". As I need Marty and Jeff much more than they me, I try my best to behave. Although Marty recently did mention he is getting a new mobile number. Don't know what that's all about.

[z man]

sailsmen, figured I’d try here as well. Would love to see some pics and videos of his car... saw it at the shop back in December 2019.

[Lowndex]

MO's Speed SHop has completed the project. COVID-19 cost us all and this project delayed many months. This is not a complaint, just the reality of keeping Marty, Jeff and all the workers safe.

I will post pictures soon. Marty never did get a new iPhone, so getting videos and pictures has been a challenge. :)

[Chayton]

I would be more than happy to meet up with you and take high quality HD photos and videos of it, in exchange for going on a ride along lol! No seriously, I remember seeing the car at BRG racing when this all began!!!! wow! Let me know. Im across the bridge from Concord but work all over the bay area and then some. Would be cool to link up!

[Turbov6Bryan]

When do you receive the car back?

[Chayton]

51840

found it!

[Peace2Peep]

whoops.....I'll be back with a pic

[Chayton]

Boomp


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[Peace2Peep]

Here's what I saw when I dropped my beast off at Mo's! She's soo pretty!! Looking forward to seeing your finished project! Godspeed!

51851

[1Marauder]

Still got Shotgun!

will bring stocker SB to compare and contrast.

[Lowndex]

The COVID-19 supply chain issue cost me many months. As of today, Reliable Carriers set to pick up my baby from MOs Speed Shop in 2-4 weeks. The best part of the last 7 years is unquestionably Marty Ochs!!!

[blazen71]

This has been a long time coming! You're going to need to take a couple weeks of vacation and just drive!!!

[burt ragio]

Wow this has been a for ever build. All great tings come in time. Keep use posted.