wow this is a sweet build man

 

you make kia's look like they are worth owning

 

fixed it for you.

i'm another don't like the platform kind of guys. keep us posted, since the build is still pretty awesome.

 

almost

 

The white one posted looks sexy!!!

 

^ Thanks.

Not a lot of time to update, but here is the collector...

 

Is this engine related to any mazda counter-parts or is it Kia only? I know they used to share ---- and some of the stuff looks similar to my b6.

 

gangser a kia man car so whats happening to the bottom end

 

Build looks amazing! Good luck with it all!

 

the block is being prepped for honing, blasting/painting, assembley. Crank is waiting for the bearings to arrive.
The block is receiving Pauter Rods, 9.5:1 forged pistons. stock crank. I peronally will be pushing the limit of the stock block/rods down the road.