DeeAOne's BF KLDE Swap.

[Mazda_Powered]

what about the KLG4 bottom end? I heard it's been revised for better oiling

[DeeAOne]

I was interested in the g4 crank until I saw that there is only a couple pounds difference between them. I don't want to risk integrity of the bottom end for 7lbs lol.

[concealer404]

Alright guys so don't shun me from the forums BUT, I think the build plans are changing again. I want to go back to my original plan of a beast N/A motor.

So far I'm looking at:

K1 Rods
Wiseco 11 or 12:1 pistons
Colt N/A's 218/218 (or is it 210 exh?)
98+ solid lifters
Interprep springs

May or may not use my shaved ZE heads. I'm worried that shaved heads with those pistons will either require a REALLY good tune, or just not be possible at all.

Everything else will probably just be new OEM. Oil pump, water pump, etc.

Anything vital I'm missing?

Yep, that the 98+ shim-over-bucket solid lifters will not safely work with reground cams.

Mazda Motorsports shim-under-bucket conversions at a minimum, Zetec shimless buckets ideally.


Shaved heads are still ok in terms of interference, but not sure i'd bother. Fresh heads are nice, and suggested when building a race bomb.

Start with the G4. Strength will absolutely not be an issue on any N/A build on the face of the planet.

[DeeAOne]

Good looking out. I saw the same info once I did a little more digging.

[concealer404]

At least you found out on the internet.

Ask me how i found out.

[DeeAOne]

I saw in your thread. lol


Very small update. Got around to doing my charging harness. So ready to see how much of a difference all the new wiring makes!



Also, I want to find a complete ITB setup if the price is right. Someone help me out.

[MazdaNoob]

ran across an older youtube of this last night ( launch and flyby ) ... still love the sound

[DeeAOne]

Thanks! Those were the good ol' days before it came a complete money pit lol. The ECU and VAF really made a difference after that vid.

[mazkam]

Found your car on fb and this is the description it was given "This KLZE (MX-6 motor) swapped 323 sounds insane". I've seen your car getting honorary mention on other forums and websites also. Your car is definably a fan favourite.

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=597200760344532

[DeeAOne]

I was tagged in that post so I was able to see it. Feels good to get some love for it. I just need to get it back on the road.

[Mr N4SA]

whats up with this page?
something is not happening on here anymore........

[DeeAOne]

I know I've been slacking. Here's a little teaser for those that have not seen on Facebook.

[FE3-323]

prep for paint work?

[concealer404]

Mazda take on "Pink Pig" livery.

[DeeAOne]

prep for paint work?

Yep.

Mazda take on "Pink Pig" livery.

How did you figure out my color so easy. Haha

I need to update this. Got a couple goodies on the way for the car. I'll post some pictures later. It feels so good to get back on to the car again!