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Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Originally Posted by DaX
I got my wideband signal moved from AN1 to D10 - now I can run closed loop without the car freaking out and my AFR is much closer to stoich (previously it was rich when running open loop). I did away with the narrow band signal from the PLX unit. Datalogging the AFR now works correctly and I was able to make some adjustments to my tune. I also installed an OEM valve cover gasket in hopes that it solves the pesky oil leak that developed. I bought some fire sleeve for my oil and water lines for the turbo and also 2 sets of BKR7E plugs. I'm hoping to hear some good news from Greg this week about the turbo kit shipping, and hoping to get it all installed and tuned by the end of July.
Woohoo!! Now get some baseline datalogs in! Practice!
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Originally Posted by DaX
I got my wideband signal moved from AN1 to D10 - now I can run closed loop without the car freaking out and my AFR is much closer to stoich (previously it was rich when running open loop). I did away with the narrow band signal from the PLX unit. Datalogging the AFR now works correctly and I was able to make some adjustments to my tune. I also installed an OEM valve cover gasket in hopes that it solves the pesky oil leak that developed. I bought some fire sleeve for my oil and water lines for the turbo and also 2 sets of BKR7E plugs. I'm hoping to hear some good news from Greg this week about the turbo kit shipping, and hoping to get it all installed and tuned by the end of July.
Great news...... I’m sure your like a kid at Xmas right now..... boost on its way
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Pretty excited. I'm wondering how long it's going to take me to get it all together and troubleshot before I'm ready for dyno tuning. I'm hoping only 2-3 weeks.
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Originally Posted by Txdragon
Went with a recirc dump tube? That looks like a bunch of not fun trying to bolt onto the turbo.
Originally Posted by TheShodan
it's fine. that 5 bolt just seems intimidating
Yep, I wanted to try the recirculating dump tube this time around. I remember my last setup was a 5-bolt and it wasn't the easiest, but I could still get to everything. I'll figure it out once it gets here.
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Originally Posted by DaX
Yep, I wanted to try the recirculating dump tube this time around. I remember my last setup was a 5-bolt and it wasn't the easiest, but I could still get to everything. I'll figure it out once it gets here.
Awesome! It will be much quieter now. Probably hear the turbo with near crystal clarity though. I like the open dump, just sounds nasty!! Given that I will be a lump on the sofa for a while now, I'll have oodles of time to look into the benefits and consequences of a recirc.
As for the 5-bolt.. It may be easier since it's a "custom" DP, but my last 2 were 5 bolt "universal" and it was challenging at best to reach all the bolts.. lol! The V-band has me spoiled now in that area and I'd probably never go 5-bolt again unless it was absolutely necessary. 4-bolt, maybe.. Hopefully you'll be installing that kit in a week!!
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Originally Posted by TheShodan
it's fine. that 5 bolt just seems intimidating
"Intimidating" is putting it lightly! It looks as if you want to start crying like a 5 year old at bed time if you need to pull it apart for anything.. I know I would..
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Yeah, I did like the nastiness of the open dump, but the soot was nasty too, haha. I think Greg has bolts with the kit that will work (he just posted a video of bolts dropping into the 5-bolt flange on IG). I'm not opposed to looking into using a stud and nut as well if need be. I actually wanted to go with V-band, but it doesn't work on the SX500 kit if keeping AC.
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Unfortunately no, it wouldn't. Keeping the AC leaves ya with the 5-bolt option. I'll have to see said video out of curiosity. I was wondering if that silly flange had any better approach.
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
What are folks using for boost reference lines to the BOV and WG? Last time I did this I think I used rubber fuel hose with the embedded braid in it and hose clamps over barbed fittings. Are the push-to-connect hoses just a fad? Especially for the WG, I'd be worried about some of the plastic on the push-to-connect fittings melting - or is that even a concern? I'm definitely function over form, and would rather have something chunky and ugly that works over being able to post engine bay pics that get the oohs and ahhs.
I pulled the car in the garage last night, so she's taken her last NA breath. Surgery starts tonight.
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Regular rubber vacuum line, or silicone, works fine for the 1/4" I.D. stuff. Just make sure to use zip ties or tiny hose clamps on the ends so they don't pop off.
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Originally Posted by DaX
What are folks using for boost reference lines to the BOV and WG? Last time I did this I think I used rubber fuel hose with the embedded braid in it and hose clamps over barbed fittings. Are the push-to-connect hoses just a fad? Especially for the WG, I'd be worried about some of the plastic on the push-to-connect fittings melting - or is that even a concern? I'm definitely function over form, and would rather have something chunky and ugly that works over being able to post engine bay pics that get the oohs and ahhs.
I pulled the car in the garage last night, so she's taken her last NA breath. Surgery starts tonight.
I always wondered that about the plastic quick connects too, I wanted the ease of the quick connect so I went with brass ones. I come from a semi tractor/trailer background so I may be biased but I'm totally cool with over kill since these fittings/nylon hose see 120psi day in and day out.
I have a bunch of extra line/fittings, PM me and I can donate a care package!
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Originally Posted by 2x0
Regular rubber vacuum line, or silicone, works fine for the 1/4" I.D. stuff. Just make sure to use zip ties or tiny hose clamps on the ends so they don't pop off.
^^ This.. Zip ties with a pliers assist; zip em tight by hand, then give them a couple clicks with a pull from a pair of pliers. Done and done. Lol!
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Originally Posted by Txdragon
Your stuff ship out yet?!
Yep, got 3 packages today! I got the stock exhaust and intake off, installed the Thermal exhaust, and started mocking up some things before I got sick of the heat this evening.
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
Originally Posted by DaX
Yep, got 3 packages today! I got the stock exhaust and intake off, installed the Thermal exhaust, and started mocking up some things before I got sick of the heat this evening.
Woooohoooo!!! You're now well on your way!!
I need for you to post a link for that exhaust, sir.. Pronto!! Lol!
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
I ran into my first snag of the install - I'm going to have to use a different place than I had originally planned for a coolant supply to the turbo. Even with a tight elbow the turbo hits the block's coolant plug adapter I had installed. Clocking the turbo further down puts the CHRA at a less than ideal angle. No big deal, I'm going to put the stock plug back in the block and probably run the line from the water pipe on the back of the block.
06-17-2019, 12:45 PM
Re: DaX's D16Z6 turbocharger build - older, but maybe not any wiser
I'll have to see said video out of curiosity. I was wondering if that silly flange had any better approach.
