GT Neon coming over from Neons.org

GT Neon · Post by **GT Neon** » Sat Apr 26, 2008 4:32 pm

So I have crossed over to the 2gn world when I bought my wifes Grandmas car when she passed away. Sold my baby of 9 years a 1999 Sport Coupe since I needed 4 doors. Now I am wishing I still had the 1999 since this thing is slower then the 1999 was when it had an ATX. The 2002 Base I have is a Patriot Blue with absolutely no options....lucky it has a radio, tilt, and AC but I suspect those are the very basic options one can get in a base. Eventually I plan on doing a 2.4L swap and turbocharging that but currently I am looking to get an MTX into this thing and I have already begun compiling the parts. Don't have any pics of it yet but eventually I will get around to getting some.

King Crab · Post by **King Crab** » Sat Apr 26, 2008 5:49 pm

Welcome to 2GN.

jetas · Post by **jetas** » Sat Apr 26, 2008 9:01 pm

Welcome

Cbussilver01es · Post by **Cbussilver01es** » Sat Apr 26, 2008 9:18 pm

Welcome enjoy the stay over here! We tend to me a lil more "laid back" than over on the .org

TNK · Post by **TNK** » Sat Apr 26, 2008 10:50 pm

welcome! you will grow to enjoy the car, especially with an MTX. i just did my ATX-MTX swap on my 00 and wish i wouldve done it in 03 when i got the car cuz it was a great investment.

MyNeonSaysHi · Post by **MyNeonSaysHi** » Sat Apr 26, 2008 10:58 pm

Welcome to the site! Curious to see how the 02 Neon comes around!

GT Neon · Post by **GT Neon** » Sat Apr 26, 2008 11:24 pm

I can't wait to tear into the car and see what if it is truely better then my 1st Gen was. Every mod I intend to do will be for the 2.4L Turbo swap so I will be using everything in the end (except the stock Neon Clutch). Here is the projected mods list:

Engine
PT Cruiser 2.4L Engine
ARP Head Studs
MPx Complete Engine Rebuild Kit
Fidanza Adjustable Cam Gears
Granatelli spark plug wires
MPx Underdrive Pulley
AGP DogBone Motor Mounts
Aluminum Radiator

Drivetrain
Centerforce SRT-4 Clutch
OBX LSD
1st Gen - Clutch and Throwout Bearing
1st Gen - Release fork
1st Gen - All tranny brackets
1st Gen - Shifter cable brackets
1st Gen - Speed Sensor
1st Gen - (1) Plug for the reverse light switch
1st Gen - 3.55
1st Gen - Shifter cables
2nd Gen - 1 clutch pedal stop from 2000 Neon
2nd Gen - Clutch cable from 2000 Neon
2nd Gen - Clutch/Brake pedal assembly from 2000 Neon
2nd Gen - MTX Motor Mount
2nd Gen - Right(passenger) Half-shaft
2nd Gen - Shifter Boot
2nd Gen -Shifter assembly
2nd Gen - Gauge Cluster w/ Tach
2nd Gen - 2001 Neon MTX ECU
2nd Gen - 2000 Neon MTX ECU

Turbo System
SRT-4 Stage 3 Kit - GT3076 Complete Hardware
Quick Time Performance Downpipe w/ Catalytic Converter
Intercooler
SRT-4 Intake
Dynomax 2.5" Exhaust
TurboSmart E-Boost2 - Boost Controller
Greddy Type RS BOV
Triple Gauge Pod
Oil Pressure
Battery Volts

Fuel System
Walbro 255lph Fuel Pump
Accel 24pph Injectors
Accel 40pph Injectors
58psi Regulator
Hahn RaceCraft Port Fueler
1:1 Fuel Pressure Regulator
Return Line

Suspension
ACR Swaybars
Vibrant Type V Front Strut Bar
Vibrant Type V Rear Strut Bar
Tokico HP Struts 00-05 Neon
Eibach pro kit springs 00-05 Neon

Appearance
Projector Halo/LED headlights 00-02 Neon BLACK w/ Super White Bulbs
Black Altezza Taillight - BLACK Housing - CLEAR Lens - Generation 2 - Pair

Nutmeg · Post by **Nutmeg** » Sun Apr 27, 2008 3:00 am

Wow! You're going to have one nice car. Welcome, by the way.

Midnight_Rider · Post by **Midnight_Rider** » Sun Apr 27, 2008 8:20 am

at your list. Welcome to 2GN!

2k1MotorSport · Post by **2k1MotorSport** » Sun Apr 27, 2008 9:49 am

That's one hell of a list... and Welcome to the forum.

NickKo · Post by **NickKo** » Sun Apr 27, 2008 10:22 am

Welcome, David !!

-Nick

GT Neon · Post by **GT Neon** » Sun Apr 27, 2008 1:59 pm

Midnight_Rider wrote: at your list. Welcome to 2GN!

It is just my inital list which is in flux until I actually purchase the parts so things will change. This list of parts isn't going to get purchased overnight either so don't expect to see a turbo in my ride for quite some time but that is the general direction I am headed. I have always wanted to attempt this with a 2nd Gen since the engine bay is setup to take a 2.4L or is that the other way around......2.4L was setup to fit in the 2nd Gen engine bay....either way my car should be faster then my old 2.4L turbo car.

Oh and the exterior is going to remain stock right down to the wheels......aside from new headlights and tail lights of course.

TNK · Post by **TNK** » Sun Apr 27, 2008 9:09 pm

hot damn, that's quite a list.

GT Neon · Post by **GT Neon** » Sun Apr 27, 2008 11:50 pm

TNK wrote:hot damn, that's quite a list.

Isn't any worse then the old turbo ACR:

- Neon Highline Bumper
- Spearco Front Mount Intercooler
- Greddy Type-S BOV
- Deyeme Racing Motor mounts
- C&R Racing Aluminum Radiator w/ fan
- Dual B&M Tranny coolers
- Hahn RaceCraft PortFueler
- 23pph Accel Injectors
- 40pph Accel Injectors
- MSD DIS2 Ignition
- MSD Coil Pack
- MSD 8.5mm plug wires
- NGK plugs
- Blueprinted Stratus 2.4L Engine
- Mexican Stratus R/T Turbo Pistons & Rods
- Mexican Stratus R/T Turbo Cams
- Modified SOHC Neon A-413 ATX 3-Speed Transmission
- Phantom Grip LSD
- Turbo Dodge Caravan clutch packs
- Turbo Action Cheetah Full Manual Valve Body
- Turbo Caravan pumps
- Forward Motion Torqueconverter
- Mallory 1:1 FPR
- -4 AN Fuel Lines
- Mexican Stratus R/T Turbo Manifold
- Garrett T3 turbo .63A/R
- Custom 3" Downpipe
- JRB full length 3" exhaust
- 3" Flex Pipe
- Dynomax Ultra Flo Muffler
- Suspension Techniques Swaybars
- Koni Shocks
- Mopar X-Highrate Autocrossing Springs
- Walbro 255lph intank fuel pump
- Optima Red Top Battery
- Jeg's battery box in trunk
- R/T Alloys
- Bridgestone Potenza RE950's
- Autometer Gauge Pods
- Autometer Boost, Oil Pressure, and Air/Fuel Ratio

TNK · Post by **TNK** » Mon Apr 28, 2008 1:28 am

GT Neon · Post by **GT Neon** » Mon Apr 28, 2008 9:16 am

Best it ever ran was a 13.5 @ 104mph on only 10psi of boost and on street tires (Bridgestone Potenza RE950's). It was running 19psi before the turbo went but I never had it at the track.

Post by **Diablo0** » Mon Apr 28, 2008 9:25 am

Welcome over to 2GN, David!!!

hul kogan · Post by **hul kogan** » Mon Apr 28, 2008 10:54 am

welcome. i have seen you on the other .org. have fun with the 2GN!

GT Neon · Post by **GT Neon** » Mon Apr 28, 2008 1:22 pm

It should be alot of fun and I am sure there are a bunch of similarities between the two (1GN and 2GN).

neon angel · Post by **neon angel** » Thu May 01, 2008 6:06 pm

hay dave its me bobby

JRM · Post by **JRM** » Thu May 01, 2008 6:23 pm

Welcome

KrackstaR · Post by **KrackstaR** » Fri May 02, 2008 1:38 pm

welcome

GT Neon · Post by **GT Neon** » Tue May 06, 2008 10:50 pm

Feel quite welcome

I started doing some parts replacement all ready. Plugs, Wires, and Filter (removed the lid to the box as well). Car has picked up a little bit and is quite fun to drive. Still needs a manual transmission though.