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Old 09-30-2003, 07:16 PM
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Default Turbo Pre-install & Install Checklist - Critics Welcome

Help me out if there is anything I have missed:

Install order

-Make sure car is running properly before beginning install
no codes
no weird sounds
no fluids leaking
compression test
leak down test
valve adjustment, clearance check
oil filter/fluid change
tranny fluid change (overkill, but you still may need one)
no bolts or screws missing
inspection is up-to-date J
-Wire in and install new high volume fuel pump with upgraded wire and relay
-Wire in LM-1 - WB 02, cut stock wires and mate up with analog out on unit
-Chip, burn the BIN file and install ECU
-Take off stock exhaust manifold
-Take off stock exhaust
-Bolt up turbo manifold
-Bolt Turbo to manifold
-Bolt Wastegate to manifold
-Bolt Downpipe to turbo
-Drain Oil and drop oil pan
-Install pre-tapped oil pan with new stock gasket
-Install LM-1 WB into downpipe
-Connect wiring and zip tie excess
-T off oil fitting from back of the block
-Install oil feed line from block to turbo
-Install oil return line from turbo to oil pan
-Fill engine with oil
-Install injectors (seals should be ready to plug and play)
-Check all clearances at this point
-Should be able to start the car and let idle, tune and rechip if idle is sketchy, no codes if 02 is operating correctly
-Install Vacuum and Boost silicone tubing
Wastegate from Turbo or charge pipe before intake manifold (better)
Run a line for vacuum to BOV
-Install Catch Can
-Take off front bumper and mount FMIC
-Trim excess front bumper for fitment
-Take measurements and cut charge pipes to diagram
-Install charge pipes (to best of ability)
-Install Air Filter
-Check Coolant Level, color
-Drive to Meineke and get exhaust, charge pipes, and extra bung welded
-Drive home carefully
-Check everything
Oil lines
Vacuum Lines
Charge Pipe Clamps
No loose bolts
Oil Levels
Coolant Levels

-Drive like hell everywhere else

-Install E-cutout when all is operational

-Tune Tune Tune Tune Tune

Modified by xenocron at 11:34 PM 9/30/2003


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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by xenocron &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">-Should be able to start the car and let idle, tune and rechip if idle is sketchy, no codes if 02 is operating correctly
-Fill engine with oil

Modified by xenocron at 11:34 PM 9/30/2003</TD></TR></TABLE>

EEK! Idle before Oil = no!
Old 09-30-2003, 07:58 PM
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woops...hehe fixed

little things like that is why you ask for extra eyes
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by xenocron &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
-Bolt Downpipe to turbo
-Drain Oil and drop oil pan
-Install pre-tapped oil pan with new stock gasket</TD></TR></TABLE>

it might be kinda hard to take off the oil pan w/ a downpipe in the way... just a thought
Old 09-30-2003, 09:12 PM
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I make those lists too! Idk if it's just me but i usually NEVER end up lookin at it.

After I write it, im too lazy to read it lol. Im in a "go like hell" mood.

But i'd also retard the timing a couple degrees too when your done just to be on the safe side
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after you do your turbo setup...you wanna drive to central jersey and help me w/ mine?
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sure...but i have to finish mine and make sure i have some spare time...life is nuts and the girlfriend needs attention...oh ****, forgot to put that in the list

*add, give girl some luvin - some where in the middle
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ill **** your g/f while you turbo my car
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Spare time, whats that?

Good Luck Man....Seems like Jersey is gonna have more boosted Honda/Acura's this spring
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You also may want to bolt the turbo to the manifold first before it goes on the car. those bolts are sometimes hard to get to.
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Yes bolt the turbo to manifold before mouting. Also a hint that weill save some time and headache. Right before you mount the turbo/manifold have a friend tighten the feed line to the flange, Prior to mounting. Trsut me its easier then doing it once it's on . To prevent exhuast leaks is use studs, lock washers,loctite and tighten well. Take your time and don't rush.
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Make sure your timing is right..
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colder spark plugs too?
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ricodemus &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">You also may want to bolt the turbo to the manifold first before it goes on the car. those bolts are sometimes hard to get to.</TD></TR></TABLE>
You mean like this?


Yeah forgot about the timing, i already have that set on mine...

I do have to get the spark plugs tho...hmm
Old 10-01-2003, 07:13 PM
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take your car in stock form to a muffler shop and get your welding done. take it off and take it home &gt;&gt;&gt; now you have all the welding and parts right there to just bolt on! &gt;&gt;&gt; no worries about driving in boost and blah blah blah and especially cops &gt;&gt;&gt; tune tune tune before you drive like hell everywhere else
Old 10-01-2003, 07:20 PM
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for me, the problem is im running different flanges, a flex pipe, a cutout pipe and then the 2.5" Cat and back.

i dont think i could get all that welded correctly to bolt right up to the downpipe...i could be wrong...i just them to do it correctly without having everything all there
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the pre-install oil change seems a little over the top to me. Why change the oil if you're going to have to drop the whole pan soon??
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Mainly for the new oil filter...

You can re-use the new oil in the oil pan but it's $20 for 4 quarts right?
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by bigwig &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">ill **** your g/f while you turbo my car</TD></TR></TABLE>
haha.
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Anyone else with some constructive criticism?
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High temp Gasket stuff, and T Clamps for the intercooler.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by xenocron &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
You mean like this?


Yeah forgot about the timing, i already have that set on mine...

I do have to get the spark plugs tho...hmm</TD></TR></TABLE>

where can i get one of these turbo LAZ-Boys at?
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You work with what you got when you live in an apt complex and dont have a garage
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by xenocron &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
You mean like this?

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I was wondering of any advantegs of mounting the wg like that? I have a new black 38mm tial and I think I am just going to bolt it sttaight on w/o that elbow. Would this cause a prob? I am 98% shure its not going to come that close to the hood. Thanks....
PS.. Is that an inline pro mani??
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Ive been told that i need an elbow with my car...if I end up not needing it, ill ditch it. No specific advantages

Yes, it is an inline pro.
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