Brickhouse VK56 240SX Build

[ethan121]

Hi Guy's

I've been following this forum for a long time now while working on my own project. I love the VK56 and S chassis Nissans. I hope this build hasn't stalled (like mine) and there is still progress in the background. I have unfortunately had a change of circumstances and have decided to sell my S13 unfinished. As I am based in New Zealand it's unlikely anyone on here will buy it, however I thought you might be interested to see my approach. I'm not trying to hijack the forum. I'll just post a link for anyone who's interested.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/785609878488094/

More Photos: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1tI...uSgIW5cekWkftp

More info: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1vo...3oEoz1ZmCQUJlk

[irritatedmax]

It's been a while! I think most of the build thread is down since Photobucket decided to break the internet in the worst way. But the entire build is on our blog - brickhouseproduct.com/blog under the Hulk Smash category for S14 specific stuff. So if you're seeing blocked pictures in the thread here, please check it out there.

And a few of the recent YouTube links seem to be down (at least on my end?)...so if that's the case for others, our channel is Brickhouse Products.

We've got a few new videos uploaded and more to come as we get back into it. It's really become the new way to do a "build thread" which is sad for us old guys but great because it really lets you show and explain things much clearer sometimes.

Episode 6: Corbeau FX1 seat and last of chassis work

https://youtu.be/KfNLkQIxZk0

"Season 2" Launch & General Update

https://youtu.be/NMdXWd4N8gA

Episode 7 - The S14 gets Paint and we talk DIY Paint Jobs

https://youtu.be/-5yT8I2klIU

And onto more traditional build thread updates...



We're selling our BigStuff3 ECU setup for VK56. This is from Chris Forsberg's old Formula D setup and we're just going a different route that will be a bit easier for end users to replicate...thus making the swap easier for end users. So if anyone is looking for a pretty darn complete ECU setup to run their VK56, holler! ECU, wiring harness with stock coilpack plugs, stock injector plugs, crank trigger wheel and sensor setup, map sensor, etc.




And in other VK56 swap progress, we pulled our protoype front sump oil pan to make some revisions. Clearance and fit in the bay were pretty spot on; we just need to revamp somethings to make production and install a bit easier. So stay tuned for Ver.2 coming soon. This is really an essential part in bringing the swap to the masses in bolt-on fashion...and crucial for my own S14 to be running this year! Haha





And on the interior side of things, we just pulled our first S15 left hand drive dash from the mold! We've got so much time to get to this point; it's something I've dreamed about for the past few years so it's really exciting to be so close to installing it!





And just for reference, there's pics of the plug (the object the mold is created from) with an OEM RHD S15 dash. We really tried to keep everything true to OEM as possible while making it functional. Love this thing!

More to come as the cold weather is upon and there's no better place to be than the warm shop! Really aiming to run all of 2018 local events!

[irritatedmax]

It's been a couple of month with a lot of work and a lot of progress so time for an update! Those following along on instagram - @brickhouse_products - or the facebook page - Brickhouse Products LLC - should be pretty much up to speed, but, for those following the build thread or youtube series, this will bring things current. This time in written form.

My photobucket is down so here is a link to the write up on the Brickhouse blog. I know it will all be view-able there at least. This is the first half of bringing things current; the second half is in the works as I write this so should be up today or tomorrow.

http://brickhouseproducts.com/2017/0...uild-update-2/

And if the youtube links are down (as they seem to be for me); our youtube channel is Brickhouse Products. Episode 6 is up on the channel, but I forgot to post it here...whooooops.

[irritatedmax]

Big milestone in the build - roll cage is done! In this video we take a look at it coming together. Still lots more work to do but, oh boy, it feels sooooo good to have the cage wrapped up!

And somehow or another, I botched the export settings (or something) so it's not full screen for whatever reason (insight is appreciated). I'll get it sorted for the next go around - we've got a lot more footage to get through at the moment.

[irritatedmax]

Episode 4 is up and while it lags behind actual progress it shows the work to get it to where it is. Really got to make sure all the fab work is done before paint so there's a lot that has gone in to it up to this point. It all takes time, but we're getting there!

[irritatedmax]

Episode 3!

[AKToyotaluv]

Video update happening now (working on it in the other window). But otherwise intagram gets the majority of on the spot updates - @brickhouse_steve.

There are a few cool VK56 things happening in the background that I'll hold off on commenting on until they're sorted. Don't want to jinx it! Haha

Lol alrighty. Sorry man just eager for this build. lol I don't normally go on insta unless I download it first. But for this build I will download it and keep it lol! Good job by the way for going against all the odds!

[irritatedmax]

Updates? Lol patience is a virtue

Video update happening now (working on it in the other window). But otherwise intagram gets the majority of on the spot updates - @brickhouse_steve.

There are a few cool VK56 things happening in the background that I'll hold off on commenting on until they're sorted. Don't want to jinx it! Haha

[AKToyotaluv]

Updates? Lol patience is a virtue

[irritatedmax]

The build continues - Episode 2!

[irritatedmax]

The new look is phenomenal! Can't wait to see the vk all tidied up in the bay!

Thanks! Much to do in the tidying department but we have some cool ideas in the works.

OKAY boner alert

Hahaha. Thanks man!

So epic! Love the rega's and the fact that you stuck with all Nissan drivetrain. 5*

Yo, Eric! What's up man! Awesome to see you on here and following the build! I trust your sense of style so it means a lot!

[EricT93]

So epic! Love the rega's and the fact that you stuck with all Nissan drivetrain. 5*

[190Evan]

OKAY boner alert

[I_Haz.:R32]

The new look is phenomenal! Can't wait to see the vk all tidied up in the bay!

[irritatedmax]

So to catch things up from the last post...

Greg pulled my 14 out of storage. It was wrapped in plastic and such as you saw but this was still the result of 6 years in a barn.



Looking a bit better after a hose off.


And about that time, we picked up another VK56 and CD009 for mock up.


Shortly after this, my family and I moved back to America from Japan. Day before Thanksgiving to be exact. I'm now in the shop full time. Greg and I spent a good portion of December revamping/organizing the shop. S13 and S14 under the same roof again. Now both with VK56's in their bays.


VK56 in S14 bay. Still working on final location.


We got the GK Tech high clearance front sway bar and shifter relocation kit to help give us more oil pan clearance and a reference to locate the engine in the bay.


Night and day difference comparing clearance of stock sway bar and the GK Tech bar. In the left pic, the left bar is the stock sway bar. Right pic is GK Tech.


I made up some S13 SR coilpack covers to get familiar with the CAD software and CNC plasma cutter. So much fun to be able to create whatever you want.


Next up was oil pan flange creation/testing.


And had to get the 13 out of the shop and had a nice 32 degree day so gave it a wash. Looking awesome.




Awesome transformation this car has gone through over the past almost 7 years. It was originally supposed to be a simple street car with S13 SR. Haha.


Lots more going on but progress is happening faster than ever. Have some other exciting projects and announcements coming soon as well. 2017 is off to a great start!