It's time for shadys turbo thread...
10-22-2011, 09:04 PM
#1
It's time for shadys turbo thread...
***Update#1*** I have done more custom crap then I was originality planning on, there isn't much left over from the greddy kit minus the piping. It took several days of machining and fitting but everything is bolted up now, I will update this post once I have confirmed the kit is functional and producing power. Kane gets here in a few days tuning will commence then its off to the dyno assuming i have no boost leaks and everything is 100%
***Update#2*** The turbo is working! I am running a custom tune that I copied from 9K. So far so good, I need to do a proper tune but I don't see this engine lasting much longer. I have boost at 10 PSI and the car still pulls pretty hard. The engine itself was rebuilt by me almost 3 years ago using questionable housings.
Hi all,
I'll list some of the major upgrades I have completed and where I am currently at. Depending on funds we will see where I am going with this build. Either way its been a long time coming.
Also I found t618z gaskets on Greddy site, not sure if this is common knowledge but I figured I'd link them since it took me a few months to find them.
http://www.shopgreddy.com/turbocharg...cessories.html
Last dyno was 218 whp.
Current mods
Rebuilt/street ported engine
Injectors were cleaned balanced and flow tested
Yukon Ignition kit
Blown RP supercat,
HKS hi power
ACT prolite flywheel with HD street clutch.
Mazmart t-stat
A bunch of other mods that I'm pretty sure added no power....
Turbo has just been dissembled, I am either going to rebuild it as is or purchase a water/oil cooled chra.
Need an opinion on this part
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Turbo-Cartri...item2a14450b88
Rebuilding these things is painfully easy, making sure it's still balanced after isn't to hard either.
I purchased an upgraded intercooler which is slightly larger than the greddy.
I was originally intending on going with BNR 60 trim rebuild, 1000cc injectors, etc etc. However I bought wheels and coilovers and money dried up faster than my first girlfriend. So that why I have the larger IC.
I have cleaned up the kit a bit took a wire wheel to the rust on the downpipe and manifold to prep them for ceramic coating.
Just picked up an aem cai!
Still to Purchase:
Samco couplers
T-bolt clamps
Boost controller
Tapped oil pan
Possibly blue injectors in p2 (depends on the turbo build)
Any other goodies I forgot, feel free to mention!!!
More updates to come in the following weeks, comments suggestions, support is appreciated!!!
Last edited by shadycrew31; 12-22-2012 at 09:16 AM.
10-22-2011, 09:18 PM
#2
SARX Legend
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It's about time 
My only suggestion on the CHRA is to verify the orientation, meaning make sure the water fittings will point out board while the oil feed still stays on top. Also, from what I read and from what my bosses brother (largest diesel turbo re builder in the DR) told me having the proper equipment to balance a turbocharger is key. Turbo balancing machines are expensive.
My only suggestion on the CHRA is to verify the orientation, meaning make sure the water fittings will point out board while the oil feed still stays on top. Also, from what I read and from what my bosses brother (largest diesel turbo re builder in the DR) told me having the proper equipment to balance a turbocharger is key. Turbo balancing machines are expensive.
10-23-2011, 12:34 AM
#12
SARX Legend
iTrader: (46)
Read the comments too. Kind of long but it seems like the guy knows his stuff.
http://www.motoiq.com/magazine_artic...eshooting.aspx
http://www.motoiq.com/magazine_artic...eshooting.aspx
10-23-2011, 01:29 AM
#13
it's hard enough to buy fit - sort and tune a turbo 8 IMO so why even bother fitting a stock Greddy that is so undersized that it just blows hot air even at low boost .
best upgrade compressor wheels:
To4B H3 52 lbs/min
T04E 50 trim 47 lbs/min
To4E 54 trim 45 lbs/min
T04E 57 trim 49 lbs/min
T04E 60 Trim 50 lbs/min
Any of these will be a significant upgrade and work well with the Greddy kit as supplied . Don't even think about anything smaller .
And the 60-1 is too big to work to it's full potential with the as supplied kit .
best upgrade compressor wheels:
To4B H3 52 lbs/min
T04E 50 trim 47 lbs/min
To4E 54 trim 45 lbs/min
T04E 57 trim 49 lbs/min
T04E 60 Trim 50 lbs/min
Any of these will be a significant upgrade and work well with the Greddy kit as supplied . Don't even think about anything smaller .
And the 60-1 is too big to work to it's full potential with the as supplied kit .
Last edited by Brettus; 10-23-2011 at 02:18 AM.
10-23-2011, 12:01 PM
#15
the more things change
when you get this done i want to see it in person, so that means road trip.
remember i already drove to ga. so you have to drive here. lol jk
congrats and good luck. DC.
remember i already drove to ga. so you have to drive here. lol jk
congrats and good luck. DC.
10-24-2011, 01:41 PM
#17
I think Frosty288 had a 20g .
IMO the 20g is also too small with an max. output of around 41bs/min - if you are going to upgrade , get the best possible wheel size that you can that works with the Greddy . Even the ones I mentioned are actually a bit small for the engine but they are the best fit for the turbo and kit pipework .
Also : any wheel that requires an inlet bigger than 55mm will require modification to the inlet pipe. This is one reason the BNR guys with 60-1 (60mm inlet) wheels are not getting the power they should .
IMO the 20g is also too small with an max. output of around 41bs/min - if you are going to upgrade , get the best possible wheel size that you can that works with the Greddy . Even the ones I mentioned are actually a bit small for the engine but they are the best fit for the turbo and kit pipework .
Also : any wheel that requires an inlet bigger than 55mm will require modification to the inlet pipe. This is one reason the BNR guys with 60-1 (60mm inlet) wheels are not getting the power they should .
Last edited by Brettus; 10-24-2011 at 01:46 PM.
10-24-2011, 02:08 PM
#21
Know nothing about these guys but you could try them :
http://www.turbocharged.com/catalog/comp_wheels.html
