Turned the key on the 3 Liter...
 

And... It runs!!!!:jumper::jumper:

I started with no plugs to build pressure. New oil pump and OPRV did their jobs -- had pressure after 10 seconds or so.

At first it was rough due to a big vacuum leak, but after fixing that it seemed to idle nice and smooth with no odd sounds, leaks, etc. I rushed a bit yesterday shooting for a 2007 start-up, but was able to find the leak without too much pain.

The Vitesse software came with a 3L map, and it is providing a nice 14.7:1 idle at 860 -- just like nothing's changed!

The real test will come after i get the suspension back on, and start breaking in and driving, but just hearing it run smoothly was music to my ears.

More to follow. :jumper:

Great way to start the New Year Tom! Looking forward to hearing/seeing more!

ughhhhh...congrats BUT

This thread is totally worthless without pics of that beautiful engine! Well done!

Ok, how about an artsy shot from below...

Congrats !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thats awesome, congrats!!!!

Is that a lug nut that you have screwed onto the CO pipe connection on the crossover pipe???

yup lug nut fits to cap it-

nice job good to hear its running as planned. Its definitly not from a lack of planning!

Congrats Tom. Glad to see all the hard work paid off.

Good work Tom. I know how long you have been waiting for this. Now you can say "Oh, that engine, I finished it last year"

I wish my underside was that clean...

Good job though. Can't wait to see the final pics!

I hope to turn the key on S2 tomorrow!

That is one hell of a feeling, congrats! I cut my Pcar teeth on my Turbo motor.

I can't believe you bolted that clean motor to that dirty frame rail, lol.

Awesome, congrats.

Congrats!!
Can't wait to see how it performs.