You should do away with the turbo and put a pro charger on that thing because that thing would be ignorant because people already don’t respect them cars. Everyone thinks they’re slow and they’re really not they’re impressive for a four-cylinder and if you didn’t wanna go with a pro charger, I would put like an 88 millimeter Is a little big but that motor can handle it because I had an 89 Pacifica that we took a motor out of a 91 dodge shadow turbo which was a 2.5 L and we put 2 60 mm but I can’t remember what the brand was. It was a little bit of a pain in the butt to put it in there, but we got them in there and cut holes was kind of shitty but was crazy crazy fast. That thing was a fire breathing machine my buddy had a 1996 supra with a 2jz in it and he had one single 88 mm turbo I didn’t beat him, but he couldn’t get away from me. I wasn’t on his bumper, but I wasn’t 10 cars away from him. I was at least three or four car links behind him.
In that vacuum leak is probably them stupid rubber elbows then things are so trash. That is one of the stupidest things they put on them cars instead of using just regular fasteners they use rubber elbows, which are garbage and sometimes when you’re building boost, they’ll blow off and cause it’s run like crap and that could be why It’s idling high and they say they only have 140 hp which I don’t believe. I believe it has 210 at least because I’m cars will throw you into the seat definitely fast and I seen somebody smoke damn GMC typhoons and that car will smoke a grand international because four cylinders are extremely impressive
And CVT transmission fluid and ATF transmission fluid work pretty good if you mix them together depending on how thick it is, but I had a 1989 Daytona, Pacifica and the coolest thing about the one I had is I had. I’m pretty sure it was the iroc or the Z body kit that I took off a stock one had to flip up headlights. It was lime green, and it was the coolest little car ever we put a little bigger turbo on it, and it got almost 300 hp to the wheels. That thing was like a dang go kart to be honest I love them cars. It was my first car when I got my drivers license.
If that’s the 2.5 L, there’s a cool safety feature in that motor if it was to jump time even with the pistons all the way up in the vowels all the way open the Pistons will never touch the vowels because that is an awesome feature because then things do jump time if you do not pay attention to the timing, but the safety feature is crazy because it’s thousands of an inch between the valves and pistons into all of the people that are going to say no no yes it is a fact if you look it up, it is a fact it’s impossible to bend on a 2.5 L Daytona motor and that’s a fact
He’s absolutely right mobile one marks up there brand for people that are willing to pay out the cash and sell same stuff as a more affordable brand-name which still makes them money! it’s a marketing gimmick. I would know I work selling mobile one products. There’s the farmer that wants quality oil and is willing to pay the premium price and there’s the farmer that wants an affordable product that just works! the same stuff all along. Mobile one isn’t the only company that does this.
Congrats on finally getting your dream car. I managed to snag a 2023 Sublime R/T with pretty much the same specs as yours except the HK sound system. I guess they preferred the sunroof instead when mine was ordered. 3 pedals truly give you the full driving experience in these cars.
To test a bad intake plenum gasket remove the PVC hose from the intake and cap the port. Start the engine. Remove the oil filler cap and place thick paper over the valve cover filler hole to ck for vac. If vac is present the plenum gasket is bad. The purge valve in 2nd gens can be disassembled. I have seen 2x where the charcoal canister went bad and the purge valve drew charcoal bits into the valve, clogging it. Pop it open, clean, and blow out, then back together. ANd replace canister. But in your wandering idle and stalling case it sounded like a bad IAC valve. It's been 2 years, did you find the problem?
@@steadyeddie7453 thanks for watching. I’d already done a plenum gasket at this point with a kit from Hughes engines. I’ve done every sensor. IAC, fuel pump, grounds, and a bunch of other stuff I’m sure forgetting. This is a weird one, I think it’s gotten better over the years but it’s still not right. I don’t believe I’ve checked the purge valve, might be worth looking into.
@@TheMoparGarage The Hughes plenum kit with the machined aluminum plate is nice and definitely cures the gasket blowout issue. I think it is FelPro that makes a better than OEM gasket that also works, for those on a budget. The purge valve is programmed to cycle open at about 45mph, closed loop. But you can simply disconnect the hoses on it and plug the one with engine vac. Then take for a test ride.
I already own a 2001 single cab 4x4 s/b with a 5.9 and automatic, its a former Sacramento Sheriff unit. I just bought a 1999 single cab 4x4 s/b 5.2 with 5 speed... you said this is a rare combo just wondering if you can give me more info on it.
@@TheMoparGarage No problem bro, I just bought my 97 Ram 1500 and wanted to get some new wheels and saw the ones you put on yours and they look sweet! Do you know the site where you bought them and could you send a link? Thanks bro
Original tire size was NEVER a 225/50/15 Correct size was 205 / 50 / 15. Gatorback by Goodyear NOW YOU JUST NEED TO INSTALL THE FACTORY SIDE SKIRT EXTENSIONS UNDER THE DOORS & THE FRONT AIR DAM.
Love the restoration, had a very similar Chrysler Laser turbo back in the day. One comment, maybe invest in a newer/better microphone? Street noise/background noise is pretty bad.
Got one down at shop that need rescuing been there for years don’t have the title or keys for it owners dumped it and never came back to get it trying to get the junk yard just to pick it up etc
Man that's too bad. I hate seeing these things just rot away - there have been so many that were met with that fate. I'm not really on social media, but I'm told there are some really strong Facebook communities for these cars, you might be able to sell it as a parts car on there.
Glad you have it running well enough to take to a show. Keep putting out content. I always like to see what others are doing with their Turbo Mopars. I have my wife's 86 Turbo Z CS running Microsquirt now, and it's running well. I'll be eager to see your future progress.
Thanks man!! I really appreciate you watching all this time. I was so bummed I forgot my t top bag I still have yet to cruise this baby with them off! I got the 80’s mustang question at least once 😂
Congrats on getting the Shelby out to a car show!! Seems like it's gonna be a reliable ride. After not having a seat a numerous car shows, I also threw a cheap chair in each of my jalopies.
These cars were cool in the ‘80s. I remember them well. I remember when I was in college in ‘84 Dodge came and allowed us to drive one in a parking lot. Very cool. But those seats! Shredded! 🤷🏼♂️ would love to see this fully restored but I get it. $$$ Thanks for sharing. Subbed!
I’ve always had a thing for these cars as well. I think I said in the video - front seats are next on the list! Back seats are in great shape still thankfully.
Yea the one on mine is scary, where the lower controla arm is connected on both sides it is rusted through, somehow she still drives on the road but i really need to replace it. Think you can buy em new, but might find one of a junkyard car.
They were certainly not a great design. From what I’ve been told you’ve got to get them from a junkyard…give Steven Seale at Turbododgeparts.com a call - he’s helped me out by getting me this K frame as well as a ton of other unobtainable parts. Tell him I sent you!
You've made the turbo dodge community proud with this one. Great job in restoring your Daytona, man! Makes me miss my garnet red '85 Turbo Z and its humorously annoying mr. speak n spell voice. YOUR DOOR IS A JAR
The Daytona's looking great. Never heard of Shine Juice before but it seems to be pretty amazing stuff. I actually found 2 factory Goodyear Eagle GT tires for my 84' years ago on Ebay but have never seen any since. Goodyear actually has a retro line of Goodyear Eagles but they're rather pricey and unfortunately not in my factory size of P195 / 60 VR15's. Probably the first Daytona anyone has seen on the road in decades lol. I'll look forward to the progress on it.
Thanks for following along with the build on this thing man. Shine juice works great. It lasts for about 6 months or so, so you’ve only got to apply it a couple times a year. Most people seemed very excited/surprised to see this thing out, which was cool to see!
See that not correct lol. You bypassed that 10 second overboost that is a feature of that turbo z . Now dyno that thing and you are probably making 125 HP 🤣😂
Right, it’s probably a little down on power. But my main concern for this thing is reliability because they’re so poorly built so it’s intentionally detuned a bit.
This is the video I have been waiting to see from the beginning of the project. Great job on bringing this Daytona back to the streets. I’m waiting to get mine together and go for that first ride. My car was not in drivable condition when I purchased it, so it will really be my first time driving it. Again, awesome job, man!
I really appreciate that!! Having people like yourself along for the entire process of building this car has made it that much more special. You guys are awesome!
I never had overheating problems with my Shelby. The only problem I had was random cable linkage spring clip retainers breaking; disconnecting the shifter and requiring a tow. Replacement was covered under my 5 year 50,000 mile warranty, but not the tow to a dealership😢 Problem was never solved during the time I owned my dodge. Hopefully whatever retaining clips now available are more durable.
I’ve heard that’s still a big issue with these. What’s worse is they don’t make the parts anymore so it’s definitely always going to be a concern. Hopefully this one hangs in there for a while!
Good you could find tires. I doubt you will drive the car much, so it should be a few years before replacement. My Goodyear 225/50 VR15 tires didn't last many miles. Some suggestions: beware transitions between parking lots and streets as the front air dam can impact pavement if the nose dips too low. Also, people tend to park too close to the car; preventing opening the door wide enough to enter- requiring access via the rear hatch. You most likely won't park in public lots, but I mentioned it anyway. A shame I won't be able to view your daytona at car shows, but I live in Illinois. Enjoy your car! 😊
I had an 86 and an 89 and they both would peg that boost gage. So not sure why you feel its over boosting? Im pretty sure its stock with a 30 second over boost.
No both were bone stock I had an 86 and it would peg 14 on the boost gage but if you were climbing a grade with it pegged in 30 seconds the boost would drop down to 7 on the boost gauge
@@damontroch4765 interesting. Mine would stay pegged all the time, I wasn’t comfortable with it just because the head gaskets are so fragile on these things.
You are reading to much into that Gauge. Find a stock owners manual for that car. It will tell you right in it. 7 on that gauge is like normal driving lol
It’s an all new engine build, but it certainly looked like something was up for a minute there. It must have been just a bunch of crap burning out of the exhaust and new turbo.
Awesome to see you finally take her out for a rip. I’m still working on getting my Shelby Z running and driving. I have run into an issue with the motor…it’s completely wasted. So I need to find a 88 and up 2.2 turbo 1 engine. I’m looking forward to taking that first ride sooner rather then later. Love the Challenger! Plum Crazy is an awesome color.
Thanks man! Super rewarding to get this thing out. I can’t wait to get it to a show. As I started to tear my engine down, I found more and more wrong. I started out planning on doing just a turbo rebuild. Then that turned into a head gasket. Then that turned into a head. Then rings and lower end bearings. It’s been quite a journey with this thing. There are a lot of old rotted out cars with good engines in them, I’m sure you’ll find one! I appreciate the kind words about the Challenger, we’re pretty excited about that one. Gotta love Plum Crazy!
Do you have a video how to adjust a 2nd gen front bumper mine is just like 2cm under the headlights and I see yours are pretty nice close to the headlights!
@@lucasvanvondel7347 I don’t have a video on it, but it’s fairly straightforward. Loosen the 4 bolts on the 2 front mounts, then loosen the bolts on each of the 2 side supports. Then pull up on the bumper where you need to while tightening them all back up. It takes a few times to get it level on both sides, but with a little patience it’s not bad.
your 2nd gen vids are all I watch. I have a '96 that I have always taken to a mechanic. I picked up 2 '95's that were destined for the junk pile. the both have the transmission solenoid issues and 1 has HORRIBLY loose steering. I don't know the first thing about mechanics but I'm gonna dive in and figure it out I guess....wish me luck!
While I still occasionally regret trading in my Dodge, I needed a reliable car. The transaxle remote linkage cable spring retaining clips would randomly break; disconnecting the shifter. Clips were only accessible via hydraulic lift. If not for that flaw, I would still own the car. The combination of performance and excellent utility made the car that good!
@@TheMoparGarage Unreliability was a common fault in many vehicles produced during the 1970s thru the 1990s and, unfortunately, not exclusively restricted to American brands.😢
@@TheMoparGarage hell yeah! and right thanks man i was working towards it i had it running beautifully in april for a week until a lady pulled an insurance scam on me in a no fault state... working to get the body looking back to how it should at the moment sadly thankfully she still drives like a dream! love the turbo noises from these 80's dodges
Man. WOuld I like to sit down and have a chat with the Dodge engineers of the old days. 🤨 Some of the stuff they rigged was just ridiculous! Have a second gen Ram 3500 with the famed 5.9 12V Cummins and some of the things they did just have zero rhyme or reason. 🤬
@@donutman3089 haha it’s unbelievable. I know 2nd gens like the back of my hand because I’ve had so many, so that helps. But this 80’s era Chrysler stuff was all new to me when I bought this car and it’s left me baffled more than once 😂
