derek41 Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 My 2000 Model IS200 After owning my car for 2 years, it was now time to do an engine conversion!...I have always loved the sound of V8! :) ..originally i was going to drop a 1UZ-FE / R154 box, until i done some more research on the LS1 5.7L V8 which instantly changed my mind. Easy HP,plenty of mods etc. also being a well known engine. Engine was out in no time.. After 3-4 months of hunting for an LS1 I finally got hold of 2005 Holden VZ ss ute. Just what i wanted LS1 with T56 6 speed gearbox...only 120,000km , with a mild cam . Then after the help of my old man and good family friend..we took some measurements, placed the engine in,and realized the sump needed some modifications to fit over the crossmember. made some solid engine mounts out of 6mm steel..bolted straight to the block..then onto the standard rubber Holden SS mounts. Engine lined up perfect...gear stick everything!! :) It was now time for the fabricator to make custom extractors/exhaust system, gearbox mount, custom tail shaft. I also ended up buying an IS300 wreck to use the 4.11 Diff an axles which bolted straight in. Not to mention the full black leather interior! I also upgraded a few parts ...Aeroflow polished fuel rails,GSS342 Walbro fuel pump (in-tank) , Genuine Sard Fuel regulator, braided lines new Hi-flow fittings, 50mm Alloy radiator, samco silicone pipes and Bosh spark plug leads. Was starting to come together quite nice! 4 into 1 Extractors Full 3'' Exhaust ,High-flow cat -- 1 Muffler Ended up going 2 piece tail shaft..worked out better for clearance. Was back from the Fab..Final touches before the Auto electrician gets to work. Radiator/ Twin Thermo fans all done. Engine bay was starting to look half decent, All wired up :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJPZWbWeNws Custom Air intake finished. Here is a video of it idle - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0f8o0mqxeY&feature=youtu.be I'm now looking into the handling side of things..just bought some HKS GT Max IV Coilovers straight from Japan..looking at the Hotchkis front an rear Sway Bars next. New Wheels Solid Diff Mounts ready to install :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilv1004s Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 wow thats awsome!!! great stuff dude if your after wheels i got a set of rpf1 in 19" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek41 Posted April 2, 2013 Author Share Posted April 2, 2013 wow thats awsome!!! great stuff dude if your after wheels i got a set of rpf1 in 19" Thanks Bud Not too keen on those wheels man..but thanks anyway. :) leaning towards BBS meshies or Work XD9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dk2153 Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 this is by far the best ls1 is200 iver seen.. such a clean build mate. well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek41 Posted April 2, 2013 Author Share Posted April 2, 2013 Thanks :D Appreciate it..Few more upgrades to go..Brakes, Wheels, Rip shifter, sway bars .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dk2153 Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 any old parts you dont need. just let us know on the forum we might want it :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek41 Posted April 3, 2013 Author Share Posted April 3, 2013 http://www.boostclassifieds.com.au/advert/2191611-Compressed-Springs-amp-Shocks-Lexus-Is200-for-Sale.html Just got them left for sale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dk2153 Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 oh I was looking to replace my shocks because they've done 150k, how many k's have they done and would you ship them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek41 Posted April 3, 2013 Author Share Posted April 3, 2013 oh I was looking to replace my shocks because they've done 150k, how many k's have they done and would you ship them? Mine have done about the same, Had no problems with them...I would ship them if your still keen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezo Posted April 4, 2013 Share Posted April 4, 2013 Very cool. Love the sound of it too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKS200 Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 IS200 rear diff? that think will shatter with the amount of torque a LS1 puts out haha. upgrade to the IS300 diff :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek41 Posted April 9, 2013 Author Share Posted April 9, 2013 IS200 rear diff? that think will shatter with the amount of torque a LS1 puts out haha. upgrade to the IS300 diff :) I already have IS300 diff an axles in it... :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKS200 Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 ahh nice one! must be a quick car, chassis should be able to help you put the power down too. Too bad we can't register something like that in NSW, double and a half original capacity :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezo Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 But a 1000HP 2J in that would be able to be registered. Such antiquated regulations. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek41 Posted April 9, 2013 Author Share Posted April 9, 2013 ahh nice one! must be a quick car, chassis should be able to help you put the power down too. Too bad we can't register something like that in NSW, double and a half original capacity :( Yeh its an animal of a car man haha..Interesting didn't know about NSW laws.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkee Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 Here is the full specifications so far if anyone is interested. - Cammed 2005 LS1 5.7L V8 - T-56 6 Speed Gearbox - HKS GT Hypermax IV Coilovers - Walbro 550HP Fuel Pump (GSS342) - Aeroflow Fuel Rail kit - Custom Tailshaft - IS300 Diff and Axels (3.9 Ratio) - Custom 3'' Exhaust (1 Muffler High Flow Cat) - Custom 4 into 1 Extractors - Custom Engine and Gearbox Mounts - Modified Sump to clear cross member - Aluminum Radiator (Double Core) - 2x 14'' Thermo Fans - Full Leather IS300 Seats and Interior Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dk2153 Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 what about an is300.. 2.5x. will allow for 7.5litre lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkee Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 what about an is300.. 2.5x. will allow for 7.5litre lol Hahaha that's true.. What a stupid law! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VoRtExX Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 That sounds amazing! how much did the whole conversion cost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek41 Posted April 23, 2013 Author Share Posted April 23, 2013 Engine/T56 loom, ECU - $4000 Fab work - $4800 - Custom master slave cylinder mount - Custom aluminum accelerator bracket - Gearbox mount - Custom Extractors / 3'' Exhaust - Custom Tailshaft - Modified sump Parts: Fuel Reg & fittings- $380 Fuel pump & rails - $450 HKS Coilovers - $2250 Radiator & Hoses - $350 Thermo fans - $200 Leather Seats ,IS300 Diff & Axels- - $900 Auto Electrician -$2000 So just over 15k total...Got a few more mods to go, will keep it posted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VoRtExX Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 That's awesome!! How many kw is it putting down? Definitely keep it updated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek41 Posted April 23, 2013 Author Share Posted April 23, 2013 Thanks bro :) im yet to get a dyno...hoping to see close to 400rwhp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek41 Posted May 23, 2013 Author Share Posted May 23, 2013 Solid Diff Mounts ready to install Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkee Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 Solid Diff Mounts ready to install Awesome =) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadRanga Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Hey folks, I'm considering going down this path with my '03 IS 200 and was wondering if anyone knows what the regulations are for the ACT? Would it be easy / difficult to make it road legal etc? Cheers very muchly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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