Formidable 2002 Thundercloud Sport TRD Supercharged Version 2.0

[infamousRNR]

That is my race car. Full carbon fiber bodied Nissan GTR with 1500+ WHP. That build is well documented on Instagram. Link below.

“The Supercar Killer” (@formidable_gtr) • Instagram photos and videos

Both cars are being built for entirely different, but very specific purposes. I attempt to address their strengths and weaknesses with my choice in modifications.

that carbon fiber Godzilla is tits bro.






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[Formidable]

Got the URD AIC running properly today. Up until now it was not seeing boost and only adjusting timing. After a bunch of swear words and blowing into the line to test it’s integrity I finally found the culprit. It was a defective T connector that was blocked on one end... Anyway, drilled out the blocked T connector, reconnected the boost line and started tuning. Got rid of the high gear low rpm ping and the ping at 4500 rpm with pulling timing earlier, (or “adding retard” the politically incorrect way to say it). Added some fuel and upgraded to 2.1” pulley today.

Pulls great. No ping whatsoever. Drivability is awesome. Gadget at URD did a great job on the AIC. Very happy with this mod. Now I need a wide band O2 sensor to dial in the fuel.

 

[Jtico]

Any plans with that 2.2 pulley?

Got the URD AIC running properly today. Up until now it was not seeing boost and only adjusting timing. After a bunch of swear words and blowing into the line to test it’s integrity I finally found the culprit. It was a defective T connector that was blocked on one end... Anyway, drilled out the blocked T connector, reconnected the boost line and started tuning. Got rid of the high gear low rpm ping and the ping at 4500 rpm with pulling timing earlier, (or “adding retard” the politically incorrect way to say it). Added some fuel and upgraded to 2.1” pulley today.

Pulls great. No ping whatsoever. Drivability is awesome. Gadget at URD did a great job on the AIC. Very happy with this mod. Now I need a wide band O2 sensor to dial in the fuel.

 

[Inv4drZm]

[MENTION=112299]Formidable[/MENTION] I made some progress on the aluminum fender liners, I know you were excited to see them produced when you had your 4th gen.

Maybe it'll give you some ideas for your 3rd gen. Here's the link:

Inv4drZm's Build Thread

 

[Formidable]

Eye candy. Can’t wait to get these installed. Three years since I first purchased these along with stainless ARP studs, had them ceramic coated 2000 degree satin grey ice at performance coatings in Auburn Washington.

 

[gamefreakgc]

Get ready for a fight! TRD headers are notoriously hard to put on, especially the crossover pipe in the back.

 

[WeakSauz]

Gorgeous headers- like jewelry!

You may want to Saran-wrap them, and then place a layer of blue masking tape over the saran wrap during install.

Install is a bear... Would hate to see them all scratched up from install.

 

[gamefreakgc]

Indeed. I won’t be personally attempting this installation.

I'm glad you said that! I also did not install my DT headers. Even though they are "easier" than TRD headers it was more than I wanted to take on. Also required welding which I don't have the equipment for.

You'll like the end result but they sure are pricey. I see you found my header post already. You'll find yourself staying out of boost more often since you'll have more low-end power under vacuum than before. It's just so dang pricey.

 

[Formidable]

For members curious about the wheel and tire setup. The offset is aggressive. Body lift highly recommended in addition to suspension lift if you go with this setup. I have no rub on the front mud guard or body mount at caster set at zero. Mild rub on edge of front bumper fender flares within the fender at full clock reverse. This was resolved with 1cm trimming of the fender flare.

17x10 offset -18 Fuel Shok Anthracite
285/70/17 BFG KM3

 

[Formidable]

I had Torfab in Everett Washington install and address the following. Will update with pics soon.

-TRD headers
-ARP stainless studs. I was worried the broach would be too long for these TRD headers. They worked out according to Torfab.
-URD crank pulley
-Champion radiator
-Icon delta joint UCA’s
-Innovate wideband O2 sensor and gauge
-Glow shift boost gauge
-Flexpod steering column 52mm gauge holders
-Reseal valve cover

 

[Ed_C]

Does it already have an aftermarket exhaust? I see a shiny exhaust tip but don't see any mention of an exhaust.

 

[Formidable]

Does it already have an aftermarket exhaust? I see a shiny exhaust tip but don't see any mention of an exhaust.

That’s just a stainless tip the prior owner put on. Will do a proper custom 304 stainless exhaust eventually when the rear high clearance bumper with swing out gets done. Nothing on the market right now impresses me... All crap.

 

[TheShowtime]

Wow that thing is beautiful! How much does something like that with low mileage and supercharger cost? I know 4runners in the west coast cost a lot more than anywhere else.

 

[Rekkr]

Beautiful rig!

Can I ask where you got the door sills? I’ve been looking for replacements for my factory ones.

Also , great looking GTR. I used to work at injector dynamics/T1 race and always loved the GTR platform

 

[Formidable]

Beautiful rig!

Can I ask where you got the door sills? I’ve been looking for replacements for my factory ones.

Also , great looking GTR. I used to work at injector dynamics/T1 race and always loved the GTR platform

Thanks! Got them off eBay. Tony at T1 is awesome. He’s helping me out right now.

TRD Carbon Fiber Car Door Protector Step Sill Scuff Cover Decal Sticker x4 | eBay

 

[Rekkr]

Awesome! Thanks for the link.

Yeah Tony is good people.

 

[Rallysport]

Holy crap what an awesome build

 

[Formidable]

Picked up from Torfab today. Professional. Clean work. Reasonable labor. Highly recommended.

 

[infamousRNR]

what headers are those?...


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[Formidable]

what headers are those?...
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TRD ceramic coated 2000 degree satin grey ice.