5S-FTE finally built..., Thanks to all especially pressure2 Options

[swerve]

Hi Guys,

Firstly, would just like to thank all for the help provided in putting together my 5s-fte. Not quite 100% finished (off to the dyno tomorrow)

A couple of images uploaded in my profile.

First thing I would like to mention. There has been a heap of discussion in regards to injectors. Will know exactly how my choice went tomorrow, but I may have found a pretty good solution. RC Engineering put out a set of 370cc injectors. Required to buy matching plugs but a very easy replacement.

Quick rundown of the job and issues faced.

Due to the info provided in these forums, the install was a heap easier that would be expected. I cannot underestimate to value of all the research that everyone has gone into here.

Turbo itself along with the exhaust and intercooler plumbing was fairly easy.

Huge issues faced when changing the sump. Who ever designed the subframe should be shot. 1 1/2 days in the end to change the sump. Highly recommend research this section fairly well prior to frustraing yourself pulling and shoving bits that simply won't move.

Oil Filter - Should have cottoned on to the fact I would need to move this due to pressure2 having to install a relocation kit. But I didn't and hence set the install back a few more days whilst waiting for parts. Not a huge issue apart from the oil hoses passing the dump pipe very closely.

Cracked the oil jacket around the oil pressure sensor but stupidly tightening the new fitting too far. Nothing a little metal repair putty couldn't fix (was fine for idle but am yet to see if this will hold up with a bit of abuse. Failing the putty, will throw a weld over the top to seal).

Cruise Control. Noticed that a lot a cruise control units were being taken out, so I removed mine prior to the install and relocated to the other side of the engine bay (look for a red box type frame). Works great, no issues at all.

Went with the MR2 turbo manifold and this due to the angle on it, it puts itself very close to the hood of the car. I have had both the manifold and dump pipe ceramic coated so should reduce the temps somewhat. Will have to watch closely after taking for a few drives. Little conerned about how close the first group of turbo piping come to the manifold but until I put a nice big vent in the bonnect to create a bit more room, not too much I can do just yet.

Anyway, I will leave this for now. If there are any questions, or comments, lets throw them around.

I will post the dyno sheets after complete the *hopefully* successful runs tomorrow.

[rjbibeau]

is that a 9 bolt turbo manifold? i've been looking everywhere for a 7 bolt one. did you just cut off the end on the manifold?

[swerve]

is that a 9 bolt turbo manifold? i've been looking everywhere for a 7 bolt one. did you just cut off the end on the manifold?

yes it is a 9 bolt. and yes i did just cut the corner off where the alternator base mount is.

[rjbibeau]

thanks bro. that's what i had to do on my stock mr2 manifold.

[rjbibeau]

any signs of cracking at all?

This post has been edited by rjbibeau: Nov 15, 2006 - 12:41 AM

[swerve]

any signs of cracking at all?

not yet, but i have only been for test runs thus far. Dyno tuner still not ready.

After I made the cut, I had the manifold ceramic coated to try and keep a bit of extra heat out.

But, yeh man, seams to be 100% fine at this stage.

[swerve]

Alrighty then. Finally got the car back from the dyno after a 2 month wait.

Currently set up running 5psi boost. The 370cc injectors look like they will carry me all the way to 12psi. My ECU will only allow -25% correction on the injector pulse, so it is running a little rich at idle and cruise. Not to the point of any black smoke. Last dyno run, 116.5kw (156HP) at the front wheels. Will gradually start to wind it up further over the next few months. Waiting for run files to be emailed through. Will post in more detail and more pics in a few days.

This post has been edited by swerve: Dec 10, 2006 - 3:54 AM