In that case.........go back to what I suggested for you, our standard stroker engine, you won't regret the swap.

 

No they did not and it's pointless now as we use a crank we had Manley do custom for us, lightweight 100mm stroke built exclusively for us. It's 5 pounds lighter than their standard billet crank we used originally in the 2.3RPM engine.

 

I say run the 20-50 until it makes it hard to start the car, that's my general rule. I'd say if you are going to see months of 40 degree or less temps you can drop the oil weight down. The thicker oil is used for our tolerances and for oil pump longevity.

 

I've studied motor oil for years and this statement is spot on.

My personal recommendation is Mobil 1 15w50 unless you are using a FP stock frame turbo. In that case Brad Penn 10w40.

 

I just received my new BR 2.3 for Project MJ this past week. I sent in my BR 2.0 to have it looked at and David recommended I go with the standard 2.3. My Evo has always been a street car used only for weekends (not a daily driver). I currently run an FP Black (JB) on E-85. I think with this new motor I will drop down to an FP (BB) Red, continue running E-85 with about 35psi (maybe 37 peak). I think that's going to make for a wicked street set-up Thanks again DB!

 

Thought I'd give this good thread a bump for all the new guys that are on the site now.

 

David,

recommendations for a street car searching for 500 whp+ on 93 octane with possibility of E85 tune.

had my prior evo with a 2.3 50 trim with a full bolt on making 500 whp on 93 and meth. i wanna stay away from meth and with the turbo advancements, it should not be so difficult.

My thinking was a Rebuild with the stock 2.0 / 2.2 or a 2.4

My old 2.3 used oil, not a major amount but it did use some oil. I was told by many that it is normal but i never felt comfortable with that.

i dd my car and a rare drag strip car....

What would be your recommendations for a block?

 

I will implement this for my future upkeep of the car. I am in Central Texas and the winters are not too severe compared to other places. Would the same rule of thumb apply in your opinion?

 

My recommendations are what this thread is about……the information is all here.

 

I have to be confused…….my answer should change because you are in Texas?

 

This might require a different thread but do you have any similar info like this for your engine offerings for the Evo X?

 

We offer three options for the EVOX, basically.

2.0 standard build, this is basically a built replacement of the stock engine. The cylinder walls on the EVOX will get distorted at the tops when getting close to 500 whp from the engine.

2.0 with sleeves, this is the highest rev'ing engine, same CC's as stock with the exception of a slight over bore. Forged internals like the engine above. The sleeves will allow the block to withstand any power you can put to it.

2.2BAMF, this is our most popular engine actually. Billet crank, forged pistons/rods/sleeves etc. Better low/mid range/top end power. GREAT engine for bigger turbos, street, autocross, road racing and yes even drags.

 

2.2BAMF what's that stand for Dave?

 

BAMF

Translated as: Bad $ss Mother F***er

 

Lol