Itās been a long year since I started this little side business and it wouldnāt have been possible without all of you.
You put your trust and hard earned money in the hands of a nobody and together weāve done some cool things for this platform.
Starting off with a group buy for Liveronis...
The first batch is ready and they are beautiful. Unfortunately, this first batch is all spoken for but I will order another batch along with more intercoolers soon. Thanks to those of you who made this possible by joining the presale. Hereās a little sneak peek.
So I got time install the brackets and bolt everything up and they officially fit. Itās tight on 18 inch wheel so 17s are out of the question. Once I get the other side I can road test it and if everything is good I will have a batch made. Now for your viewing pleasure.
I'ts hard to say since the stock system is actually pretty good. I'd spend the money on a tuner before anything else which will net the best results for the money.
My good friend and client Mr. T Gizma got his truck on the rollers today and made some solid numbers.
2.0 AWD
S&B Intake
Fast Mavericks Intercooler
Liveronis E30 tune
3 pulls on a Stingy Mustang Dyno:
305 whp / 330 lb-ft torque
300 whp / 342 lb-ft torque
299 whp / 336 lb-ft torque
Next up...
I installed Silvers and the 60 sidewall was too much so I swapped to 55s and tried out a different wheel. I hadnāt seen a Maverick with these but I actually like them better.
In preparation for the Brembo brakes, I got a deal on some new wheels that would show off the brakes a little better. I also went from a 60 to 55 sidewall which sit better with the coilovers.
I actually like these wheels much better and the tire size is better suited for Low version Silvers...
Finally had time to build the fender exit correctly. Instead of cutting the end and installing a 90, my fabricator built a complete rear section so the angle was correct. Turned out better than expected although I may still change the trim bezel. On to the pictures!
Just got the first prototype so weāre one step closer. I need to install to make sure everything clears before he makes the other side. Then I will test them out while I get quotes to manufacture them. My builder is a retired Mechanical Engineer who worked at Rocketdyne for 40 years so I know...
I appreciate the words but calling us āHerosā is an insult to those in the military serving out country, firemen, police officers, teachers, etc. Those are real heros. Donāt know about John, but Iām just a knuckle head with a car obsession. š
I mean ordinary for any turbo car. Other than the engine swap, Intake, exhaust, turbo, intercooler, and tune. I didnāt discover anything new.
Any gas station with E85, you mix with 91.
Thatās a valid question and one of the things that i will have test on first set. Our stock brakes are a decent size already so Iām hoping itās not too much adjustment needed if any at all. From what Iāve read the Focus ST guys that upgrade to the RS brakes donāt need anything. I have been...