Jets303 Aventador Build

[Jets303]

Nice work Jets, is that the same 4.2L as the one in the A8 (D2)? I also bought an audi for it's 4.2 V8, I got the idea from watson he did the same. But somehow I was convinced to toss the trans and go for a tiptronic from a VW, it's smaller and bolts right up but I learned the two will not talk to each other even with non-quattro PCM. I assume the aventador has about the same space back there as the murcie, do you have to do anything other than cap it off? It's hard to remember, it's been awhile, but I thought it presented some issues.

I believe most of the 4.2's were the same minus timing and fuel maps with the exception of the R8 4.2 which had different heads and intake mani. So I used the factory auto transmission which was tiptronic. You do have to retain the TCM with the swap and all the speed sensors with it otherwise it does throw codes and it will go into a 4th gear limp mode. The most crucial of the speed sensors was in the rear axle so I had to keep that sensor and weld on a gear with sensor on. It was a PITA

If I had to do it again, I would have went O1x 6 speed manual. No issues, just shift and go.

[Tallon]

Nice work Jets, is that the same 4.2L as the one in the A8 (D2)? I also bought an audi for it's 4.2 V8, I got the idea from watson he did the same. But somehow I was convinced to toss the trans and go for a tiptronic from a VW, it's smaller and bolts right up but I learned the two will not talk to each other even with non-quattro PCM. I assume the aventador has about the same space back there as the murcie, do you have to do anything other than cap it off? It's hard to remember, it's been awhile, but I thought it presented some issues.

[wayne]

Looking good, I wish I had the time to get farther on my project. Thanks for the updates.

[Jets303]

Doors are almost ready to prime!

[lambobuilder]

Beautiful job as always. Thanks for progress photos

[Jets303]

OEM door handle pocket made.

[Jets303]

Front hood aligned and jammed. Looking smooth!

[Jets303]

New update. Sorry I havent been on the forum much! I have been updating via Facebook but I have been working on the car. A few pics from the last month of work. Inner door structure getting finalized. Side mirrors and door latch area is done. Looks very clean.

[wayne]

Looking great, keep up the exceptional work.

[Bartman]

Looking sweet!!  Keep it up

[Jets303]

Finally got around to doing the other batwing. Flanged and bolted on, just needs primer now. Also readjusted the front suspension and its sitting lower now. Looks better. Doors start soon!

[Jets303]

Thanks Wayne, your parts really elevated the build to another level, thanks again!

[wayne]

Your build is coming along nicely, I’m glad you were able to make the side scoops work and the bumper, can’t wait to see it all done. Great work.

[Jets303]

Ive been working on getting all the new parts flanged up and bodyworked. Spent all day in the garage today. Denver got about 2 feet of snow today so it was a perfect day to stay in a heated shop and fiberglass all day! Also worked on the rear bumper flanges, all in all it came out ok. I'm not super happy with the angle of the side scoop but getting the bigger OEM one to line up to the duraflex line was hard so I just made my own flange and made the line work.

[★Murcie-Me★]

Excellent!

Mike! How you the hell you been brother! Long time no talk

Yes it has been a long time! I'm hanging in there, more busy at work than I care to be, but still find time for this hobby lol!
I love your build, it looks fantastic! Keep up the great work and posting pictures!