My Woodsport V6 conversion.

[1979scotte]

I'm looking to do the same!

I turned 30 this weekend just gone... didn't realize I would feel the effects quite so fast!!

6 years ahead of you staring 40 in the face.

[vinp182]

6 years ahead of you staring 40 in the face.

Same here   s:( s:(

[jonty]

I just never thought I would see the day I had anything to do with sound insulation, other than stripping it ...

[StuC]

Ear defenders jonty, it's the way forward!

[Topdownman]

Just had an update from Paul, current situation;



Still to do...
 
Wiring, gear selector assembly, driveshaft supported bearing bracket, rear torque mount and full exhaust system.

Could still be another 3 weeks unfortunately but its coming along.

[jonty]

Looking good!!

[cptspaulding]

Yep, looks fab!

I haven't commented on this thread so far down to pure jealousy, however I'll step out the shadows now, admit it, & say I hope it turns out perfect  s:) s:)

[tricky1138]

Could still be another 3 weeks unfortunately but its coming along.

3 weeks will pass in no time. Give me a shout when you go to pick it up. Love to see it in the flesh!   s:bounce: :bounce: s:bounce:

[lamcote]

Why are your 2zz conversions so noisey compared to the standard car? Is it the exhaust or just general engine noise?

[tomaky]

Well instead of reving to 6.7 it goes to 8k cars loud enough at 6.

[Anonymous]

Why are your 2zz conversions so noisey compared to the standard car? Is it the exhaust or just general engine noise?

Because I have removed all interior! The engine is very close to the very thin bulkhead and there is nothing other than that between my ears and the engine

[JoeCool]

Why are your 2zz conversions so noisey compared to the standard car? Is it the exhaust or just general engine noise?

Because sucking in 130 Litres of air a second and exhausting 1,500 litres of exhaust tends to be a noisy process, and it's all happening directly behind your left ear hole.   s:P s:P

[lamcote]

Thanks Meeerrrk.

Regarding the comments about noise being caused by reving to 8k and sucking in 130l of air, you will note the comments about excessive noise related to driving at less than 4000 revs. At this level the 2zz is not doing anything that the 1zz can't in terms of revs or air flow, hence my question.

Can I assume that it is the stripped out interior that is the problem and that a standard interior with a 2zz would be reasonably civilised, (until you go into lift!).

[tomaky]

Correct  s:) s:)

[headcase]

I just done 2500 miles in sandras one as for noise no change from the 1zz apart from the roar when goes in to lift  would do it again but ask andy with a 2gr about noise on mk3  with tops down there both the same but tops up is a different story . Both cars have full interior .

[Anonymous]

Thanks Meeerrrk.

Regarding the comments about noise being caused by reving to 8k and sucking in 130l of air, you will note the comments about excessive noise related to driving at less than 4000 revs. At this level the 2zz is not doing anything that the 1zz can't in terms of revs or air flow, hence my question.

Can I assume that it is the stripped out interior that is the problem and that a standard interior with a 2zz would be reasonably civilised, (until you go into lift!).

As I said it's all because there is no interior trim

[jonty]

yeah I agree with Mark, mine is because of chavy cone filter and rear cubby covers missing

[ayresyboy]

I just done 2500 miles in sandras one as for noise no change from the 1zz apart from the roar when goes in to lift  would do it again but ask andy with a 2gr about noise on mk3  with tops down there both the same but tops up is a different story . Both cars have full interior .

It's ok for a country blast but when driving 6+ hrs straight, ear plugs are required!

[ayresyboy]

In my opinion the 2zz is the correct conversion for the mk3

[loadswine]

It does depend, as with a 1zz, about getting the choice of exhaust correct if relaxed cruising, top down , is a priority.
I am talking about the V6 here, as that is what the thread is focussed on.
Difficult choice to get spot on, as stock Roadster systems may have smaller diameter pipework to the manifolds and downpipes of the v6 chosen. My old one had a Magnex, which worked really well, but no longer available new.
I like the Fox systems, which are superb on the 1zz, but not sure how well they would marry up with, say, a 1mz.

[ChrisGB]

I just done 2500 miles in sandras one as for noise no change from the 1zz apart from the roar when goes in to lift  would do it again but ask andy with a 2gr about noise on mk3  with tops down there both the same but tops up is a different story . Both cars have full interior .

It's ok for a country blast but when driving 6+ hrs straight, ear plugs are required!

I think the issue with the 2GR is that it needs big pipework both sides, making it a bit full on unless you go for heavy, restrictive and complex solutions. I think Nige's 3VZ is the best sounding V6 I've experienced. I've driven a 1mz powered roadster that I think had a TTE exhaust, that was quite civilised. The 2GR on a huge inlet and open 3" exhaust is very full on and east plugs are a must.

[webbys1]

Just realised that you have a picture of mine on the first page,
mine being the black one.  s:D s:D

[nadeemxb]

Just realised that you have a picture of mine on the first page,
mine being the black one.  s:D s:D

Was yours the one in for a 2GR?

[webbys1]

Just realised that you have a picture of mine on the first page,
mine being the black one.  s:D s:D

Was yours the one in for a 2GR?

Yea that's mine it's installed now and running but will be a few weeks before i get it back.

[Jrichards20]

I'm booked in for January/February if we can get a car  s:o s:o !