FMSR 3.0L ECOtec
04-23-2013, 10:03 PM
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FMSR 3.0L ECOtec
There have been a select few members on this forum and on other forum who knows about this, until now..
In the last two weeks, we've been working with a few of our partners in developing the first ever a I4 - 3.0L ECOtec block using the best of all ECOtec block designs. Overall the 3.0L project has been looking good both from a feasibly standpoint and working without the design limitations with the GEN II & III block designs.
The block will be a IC [investment cast - not lost foam] redesigned from the ground up, non-floating cylinder wall system with thicker water jacket/sleeve system, replaceable cylinder sleeve system, partial closed - o-ring deck, solid 4 bolt girdle system - compared to the current "open shell" design and a few other improved design items as well [we don't want to let out, all of the trick items out of the bag yet].
The block will use some of the readily available parts already used on some of the other ECOtec blocks - crank, head, balance shaft, etc.. we decided to do this to keep cost down for anyone who wants to build within a budget.. or who wants to machine the block for a bigger power!!
For now, this is long term project that will take up a year+ to finally release into production, so any "when will it be release", "how much will it cost", "why a 3.0L" questions are out of the way..
When will it be released? We haven't set a release date but the goal is next year.
Power potential? based on theoretical design - anywhere from 500 - 700 in stock form [mid-size turbo], this is without adding any serious bolts-on or power adders [NOS or Cryo bar or Race fuel].. typical ECOtec crate engine is 270+HP.. now think a 3.0L ECOtec engine - out of the crate with 500 - 700+HP!!
Cost? It will be under $3500 - project cost will dictate total final price.
Why you say? because why not - be the leader and innovator.. goal is to kick major ass!
Why tell everybody now about our project? marketing now give us the edge to market and also brings in some major investment capital..
Why not use a LCV or any other block? The ECOtec GEN II & III is a very capable block but from a design standpoint, there isn't anymore room for improvement on the block itself.. but redesigning it - we can improve the construction and design..
In the last two weeks, we've been working with a few of our partners in developing the first ever a I4 - 3.0L ECOtec block using the best of all ECOtec block designs. Overall the 3.0L project has been looking good both from a feasibly standpoint and working without the design limitations with the GEN II & III block designs.
The block will be a IC [investment cast - not lost foam] redesigned from the ground up, non-floating cylinder wall system with thicker water jacket/sleeve system, replaceable cylinder sleeve system, partial closed - o-ring deck, solid 4 bolt girdle system - compared to the current "open shell" design and a few other improved design items as well [we don't want to let out, all of the trick items out of the bag yet].
The block will use some of the readily available parts already used on some of the other ECOtec blocks - crank, head, balance shaft, etc.. we decided to do this to keep cost down for anyone who wants to build within a budget.. or who wants to machine the block for a bigger power!!
For now, this is long term project that will take up a year+ to finally release into production, so any "when will it be release", "how much will it cost", "why a 3.0L" questions are out of the way..
When will it be released? We haven't set a release date but the goal is next year.
Power potential? based on theoretical design - anywhere from 500 - 700 in stock form [mid-size turbo], this is without adding any serious bolts-on or power adders [NOS or Cryo bar or Race fuel].. typical ECOtec crate engine is 270+HP.. now think a 3.0L ECOtec engine - out of the crate with 500 - 700+HP!!
Cost? It will be under $3500 - project cost will dictate total final price.
Why you say? because why not - be the leader and innovator.. goal is to kick major ass!
Why tell everybody now about our project? marketing now give us the edge to market and also brings in some major investment capital..
Why not use a LCV or any other block? The ECOtec GEN II & III is a very capable block but from a design standpoint, there isn't anymore room for improvement on the block itself.. but redesigning it - we can improve the construction and design..
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04-23-2013, 11:25 PM
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I am confused though, will this utilize a SC or turbo? When you say stock form, I'm kind of wondering if you mean with the K04 turbo.
It'd be awesome either way!
It'd be awesome either way!
04-23-2013, 11:40 PM
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your crazy bro, wait until the block is listed on web site for orders..
04-24-2013, 12:19 AM
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yes, it's going to be designed to work with some heads models but not all..
i love - saleman's of year sig - he sold more guns than any other person or period in history.. ammo sales is two or three hour wait to get in some states...
i love - saleman's of year sig - he sold more guns than any other person or period in history.. ammo sales is two or three hour wait to get in some states...
until now. My next car will be a car that takes an LNF motor.
04-24-2013, 08:58 AM
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Im hoping its a direct swap, meaning exhaust and intake manifolds line up. However, the more I think about it, the more Im guessing that the overall diameters of each cylinder will be changing do to the sheer size increase... meaning you will probably need different manifolds.
This will not be using incredibly short rods coupled with factory pistons lol.
This will not be using incredibly short rods coupled with factory pistons lol.
