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Forum: Forced Induction 03-04-2014, 01:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,679
Posted By Rick@Vortech
The red spring in the valve is the correct spring.

The red spring in the valve is the correct spring.
Forum: Southern California 02-28-2014, 10:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,946
Posted By Rick@Vortech
I'll be there. Got a few sponsored cars that will...

I'll be there. Got a few sponsored cars that will be doing tech that day! :thumbsup:
Forum: Forced Induction 02-27-2014, 11:14 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,266
Posted By Rick@Vortech
There's going to be 3 Vortech Supercharged cars...

There's going to be 3 Vortech Supercharged cars in Formula D this season. :thumbsup:
Forum: Southern California 12-09-2013, 10:20 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 19,783
Posted By Rick@Vortech
We're in the 805! :thumbsup:

We're in the 805! :thumbsup:
Forum: Southern California 11-20-2013, 10:58 AM
Replies: 2,231
Views: 526,602
Posted By Rick@Vortech
I'll go if Migel goes. :D

I'll go if Migel goes.

:D
Forum: Forced Induction 10-24-2013, 05:01 PM
Replies: 1,462
Views: 394,497
Posted By Rick@Vortech
The issue isn't the oil. The tolerances within...

The issue isn't the oil. The tolerances within the blower are pretty tight, so the cold weather affects that more than anything. Using an engine blanket to help warm the blower helps. Once the car is...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-24-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,603
Posted By Rick@Vortech
If you purchased the complete kit (4TF218-014L)...

If you purchased the complete kit (4TF218-014L) that has the Vortech calibration, you're good.
Forum: Forced Induction 10-24-2013, 11:01 AM
Replies: 1,462
Views: 394,497
Posted By Rick@Vortech
If the temperature is below 25F degrees, then we...

If the temperature is below 25F degrees, then we highly suggest a engine heater/blanket to warm it up. Foobar pretty much got it right on the money.
Forum: Forced Induction 10-21-2013, 11:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,243
Posted By Rick@Vortech
I think I just spoke to you on the phone! :P

I think I just spoke to you on the phone! :P
Forum: Forced Induction 10-18-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,603
Posted By Rick@Vortech
This makes me happy!

This makes me happy!
Forum: Southern California 10-18-2013, 10:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,058
Posted By Rick@Vortech
I'll be there.

I'll be there.
Forum: Southern California 10-17-2013, 10:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,163
Posted By Rick@Vortech
I'll just leave this right here... ...

I'll just leave this right here...

https://www.facebook.com/events/169987069864773/?ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming
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Forum: Southern California 10-10-2013, 01:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,069
Posted By Rick@Vortech
According to my coworker, it rained pretty hard...

According to my coworker, it rained pretty hard for a bit...but I was in the shop when it did. When I left, there was no signs of rain! :(
Forum: Southern California 10-10-2013, 01:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,163
Posted By Rick@Vortech
Uh oh...!

Uh oh...!
Forum: Southern California 10-10-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,069
Posted By Rick@Vortech
It rained everywhere in our county EXCEPT where...

It rained everywhere in our county EXCEPT where we are. I was a little sad. :(
Forum: Forced Induction 10-07-2013, 10:39 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 65,306
Posted By Rick@Vortech
On this application, it shouldn't. As long as you...

On this application, it shouldn't. As long as you make sure the valve is opening enough after you tighten the spring. This is where using a vacuum pump to test the valve is critical.
Forum: Forced Induction 10-07-2013, 10:30 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 65,306
Posted By Rick@Vortech
Looks like you got the instructions for our old...

Looks like you got the instructions for our old valve (which came in a bypass valve & blowoff valve configuration). Discard those.

Right now, the valves you guys have are set to open at around 6"...
Forum: Southern California 10-06-2013, 10:39 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,065
Posted By Rick@Vortech
Nice meeting you guys!

Nice meeting you guys!
Forum: Southern California 10-06-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,065
Posted By Rick@Vortech
Taking off in a few. Look for a black FC RX7 & a...

Taking off in a few. Look for a black FC RX7 & a guy wearing tan shorts & Vortech apparel. That's me!
Forum: Southern California 10-06-2013, 11:21 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,065
Posted By Rick@Vortech
Coming from Diamond Bar, "The Rock" is actually a...

Coming from Diamond Bar, "The Rock" is actually a farther drive for you, as it's north of Neptune's Net. Unfortunately there's no exact address to the place, but if you still feel like meeting there,...
Forum: Southern California 10-05-2013, 01:51 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,065
Posted By Rick@Vortech
Hopefully the wind dies down by tomorrow. :/

Hopefully the wind dies down by tomorrow. :/
Forum: Forced Induction 10-05-2013, 01:44 PM
Replies: 1,462
Views: 394,497
Posted By Rick@Vortech
Unfortunately there is no chart that can give you...

Unfortunately there is no chart that can give you estimated peak PSI, mainly because there's a lot of contributing factors that will affect your boost. Supporting mods, type of fuel you run, stock or...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-05-2013, 10:44 AM
Replies: 1,462
Views: 394,497
Posted By Rick@Vortech
That belt will be too big. Since your pulley is...

That belt will be too big. Since your pulley is .48" smaller than the stock pulley (3.48") you'll need to subtract that difference on the belt length, bringing you down to a belt length of 97.0". If...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-05-2013, 12:21 AM
Replies: 1,462
Views: 394,497
Posted By Rick@Vortech
Check page 42, I believe.

Check page 42, I believe.
Forum: Forced Induction 10-04-2013, 02:35 PM
Replies: 1,462
Views: 394,497
Posted By Rick@Vortech
5/32 vacuum hose. You're better off just running...

5/32 vacuum hose. You're better off just running to your local auto parts store & buying about 4ft (or however much you think you'll need) of hose so you have plenty to work with. Better than using a...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 10-04-2013, 10:43 AM
Replies: 420
Views: 182,093
Posted By Rick@Vortech
Excellent write-up! :party0030: And yes, the...

Excellent write-up! :party0030:

And yes, the valve sits close to the belt, but she ain't gonna touch. We have it on our blue FR-S with stock mounts & hasn't given us any trouble.

Shoot...if...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-04-2013, 10:41 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 65,306
Posted By Rick@Vortech
Excellent write-up! :party0030: And yes,...

Excellent write-up! :party0030:

And yes, the valve sits close to the belt, but she ain't gonna touch. We have it on our blue FR-S with stock mounts & hasn't given us any trouble.

Shoot...if...
Forum: Southern California 10-03-2013, 12:28 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,065
Posted By Rick@Vortech
Sunday's is usually the busiest day for...

Sunday's is usually the busiest day for Neptune's. Parking in the lot is next to impossible for a large group of cars. There's street parking available that usually isn't too bad.

If you guys end...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-02-2013, 06:12 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 65,306
Posted By Rick@Vortech
+ doing it in a muggy shop. i felt the body fat...

+ doing it in a muggy shop. i felt the body fat melting away!
Forum: Forced Induction 10-02-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 65,306
Posted By Rick@Vortech
The absolute easiest way to do it is to pull the...

The absolute easiest way to do it is to pull the front bumper off & follow the instructions for installing this tube in the original manual (Also gives you more working space). I did another one...
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