Aristo Build

by Gongster Tue Jan 24, 2012 11:36 pm

Hello, I have just joined this forum and I am looking forward to meeting everyone this summer.

This Aristo I'm building right now is my second one. The first one was unfortunately destroyed by my brother, so yeah if you have something nice don't let other people drive it Smile

I was able to salvage most of my setup, so it wasn't a total loss, I have 2 2JZGTEs now! Luckily enough I was able to find a new shell in really good condition (same color as the old one too!) to begin my (re)build on.

This was my setup before:
ENGINE
Stock 2JzGTE Motor
PT6765 Billet (Running 25psi)
Tial 38mm WG
3" Turbo back exhaust
AEM EMS Series 2
Sard 800cc Injectors
Dual Aeromotive 340lph
Custom FMIC setup

DRIVETRAIN
R154 5spd Swap
Spec stage 5 clutch
Custom Driveshaft

SUSPENSION
Tein HR Coilovers
Polyurethane Bushings

EXTERIOR
None Smile

More to come soon!

by **Infamous** Tue Jan 24, 2012 11:48 pm

welcome to the fam , you guys at zoom got some real sick rides

cant wait to see this ride

by **Nightwingii** Tue Jan 24, 2012 11:51 pm

I saw this style a while back very cool car. Can't wait to see it in person.

by **Infamous** Tue Jan 24, 2012 11:52 pm

wasnt this the car the 2jz was made for before they put it in the supra?

by Gongster Wed Jan 25, 2012 12:12 am

Infamous wrote:wasnt this the car the 2jz was made for before they put it in the supra?

Yes, the chassis is also basically and extended MKIV supra chassis. Almost all MKIV Supra suspension and brake components are 100% compatible.

by fabguy Wed Jan 25, 2012 12:27 am

Nice. 4 Door monster. Aristo Build 1926791664

by **FarShark** Wed Jan 25, 2012 1:21 am

Welcome to TTS. Goodluck with the build.

by **Eclipse09** Wed Jan 25, 2012 11:17 am

Welcome to the club!

by Nemex6 Wed Jan 25, 2012 12:19 pm

Nice Aristo!! My buddy is a huge Toyota fan and has taught me a lot about what Toyota can bring to the table. If I had a chance in owning an older Toyota, an Aristo would certainly be in the top 5 I'd consider!

by **Juice** Wed Jan 25, 2012 1:45 pm

Sweet ride! Good luck with the build! Very Happy

by Gongster Thu Jan 26, 2012 6:31 pm

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone.

I am in the process of test fitting the rims I will be running this summer. I have ordered XXR 526 20x11 +15 for the rear and 20x9 +35 on front. Went with +35 up front because I will need to use spacers to clear the big brakes that are going in Smile

So far I had a chance to test fit the rear, had to roll and pull the quarters a little. Tire size is 285/30/20 although I think 275 would fit a little better.

Aristo Build P1010227

When it warms up and I get some spacers I will test fit the front next.

by just G Thu Jan 26, 2012 6:38 pm

sick build and unique whip for Canada! New wheels look dope!!!

Welcome to the fam! Cant wait to see it in person!

by EJ1_B16a2 Thu Jan 26, 2012 11:32 pm

love Aristos! i was looking to get one as a DD before i got my 2011 civic.

can't wait to see more from this build!

by **Zero** Fri Jan 27, 2012 12:09 am

beatuiful ride man, always loved the Aristo

by hamza7 Fri Jan 27, 2012 2:36 pm

Following this closely. Very classy ride, nice rims.

by Gongster Fri Feb 03, 2012 8:13 pm

Engine block has been stripped. Sent it out to machine shop today to get it cleaned up, bore, hone, etc. Just waiting on some goodies to ship to me now HKS Flat top pistons, Tomei Rods, Tomei Cams, Ferrera valve springs, and all the other little bits. Once it warms up I will put everything together Smile

by **FarShark** Fri Feb 03, 2012 9:43 pm

If you are not assembling it as soon as you get it back, be sure to brush transmission fluid or assembly oil all over and wrap it or seal it in an airtight bag.

by Gongster Sat Feb 04, 2012 6:05 am

Yeah I will have to do that, also it will be stored indoors Smile

by **ryo_AWD** Mon Mar 12, 2012 11:48 pm

oh man those rims are hot! i cant wait to see this thing rollin !

by Gongster Fri Mar 16, 2012 9:11 am

Should be getting my block back from the machine shop next week so I decided to pull the head apart today.

Removing buckets:
Aristo Build P1010238

For anyone that does engine rebuilds this is a MUST HAVE tool, it will make your life so much easier especially if you are working with performance valve springs. This one is the $50 Snapon knockoff from ebay.
Aristo Build P1010241