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Messiah Mentor

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Hey all,

I'm currently working on a personal project to graphically document major rb series engine components, with the aim being a web page or java app that will aid people (mostly people newer to the mod scene) in locating key areas on their own vehicle.

I have browsed the forums and the net in general for pictures that meet my requirements but i have realised that for any kind of consitency i'm going to need custom photos.

What i am looking for is photos of assembled engines, more specifically a rotation of the engine taken at 90 degree increments (or 45 degrees if your feeling generous), including the top and bottom.

I'm hopeing to avoid having to hoik the engine out of my car to do a set for a 25det, so if anyone has an rb series block out and have access to a dig camera any pics would be appreciated.

if all goes well i plan to put it up somewhere for everyone to use if they like it.

PM me if you can help.

sewid Grand Master

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Go to JustJap or another import parts wrecker and ask. Tell them what your trying to do and I bet they will be happy to oblige. Especially Just Jap if you're a donator to the forums or a member of SAU NSW (hint hint) :P.

doxximus Grand Master

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yeah im sure they would be happy, just credit them that you used an engine from them as reference. its also good for whoever lets you use their engine because people who look at your site can say "oh i can change that with this" and buy the parts from the wrecker

Mesmer Enthusiast

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My Rb25det is out and in pieces on the floor ;)

It should be going back together within the month and could take lots of pics if you wanted.

I also have a 2nd 25 coming in a few days so i could take some pics of that but it needs to be cleaned up first.

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