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Forum: Forced Induction 01-13-2022, 03:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,850
Posted By Hags86
See attached. This shows that the intercooler...

See attached. This shows that the intercooler water temp grows over time and drags the air temp with it.

There is a 10-20C degree delta between each set of temperatures in a heat exchange process...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-13-2022, 01:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,850
Posted By Hags86
Recommend me a race turbo setup

Hi There

I've running a water-to-air turbo kit for a while and just can't get the temps low enough for my liking. Time to move to air-to-air. I've been out of the 86 scene for a few years and...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-31-2019, 05:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,069
Posted By Hags86
Just keep a few spare fuses in your car. Might...

Just keep a few spare fuses in your car. Might get you home in pinch.
Forum: Forced Induction 05-21-2019, 03:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,069
Posted By Hags86
I found the TurboWerx is overpriced and poor...

I found the TurboWerx is overpriced and poor quality. Failed after about three months and left me stranded on the highway (blowing huge plumes of smoke as the oil leaked past the seal into the...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-04-2019, 06:40 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,541
Posted By Hags86
You won't regret it.

You won't regret it.
Forum: Forced Induction 05-01-2019, 01:13 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,541
Posted By Hags86
Stay with 12.5:1 because - smaller turbo for...

Stay with 12.5:1 because
- smaller turbo for same power
- smaller turbo spools faster
- you get a high compression NA engine at the low rpm range rather than a low compression NA engine...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-08-2019, 09:51 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,636
Posted By Hags86
Hi Dave What sort of oil pressure do you get...

Hi Dave

What sort of oil pressure do you get with 5w30 at 110C at say 7000rpm?

Winton is my favourite track but I'll run at Sandown occasionally. Never run PI - timing just hasn't worked out...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 04-04-2019, 02:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,395
Posted By Hags86
I just took an angle grinder to mine. But I'm...

I just took an angle grinder to mine. But I'm pleased to know there is another option available.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 04-04-2019, 01:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,268
Posted By Hags86
Really old thread I know but does the front lip...

Really old thread I know but does the front lip sit parallel to the ground (when viewed from the side) or does it taper up like the OEM front bumper contour? Reason I ask isnI want to install a...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-02-2019, 03:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,636
Posted By Hags86
So, I've : - built some better ducting for the...

So, I've :
- built some better ducting for the radiator with good sealing (long story but there was big air gaps)
- installed a transmission cooler
- built some ducting for the engine oil...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-02-2019, 05:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,460
Posted By Hags86
Do you have a multimeter handy? I can walk you...

Do you have a multimeter handy? I can walk you through the steps to check if you like.
Forum: Forced Induction 04-02-2019, 04:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,460
Posted By Hags86
Scratch that. Saw your photo of the wiring from...

Scratch that. Saw your photo of the wiring from the MAF sensor. Makes sense.

I'd be willing to bet its 1kOhm. Turn it on with the engine at room temp and that is a good sanity check.

But to...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-02-2019, 04:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,460
Posted By Hags86
Are you using the OEM wiring harness or wiring...

Are you using the OEM wiring harness or wiring direct into the ECU?
Forum: AUSTRALIA 03-27-2019, 12:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,099
Posted By Hags86
The answer really depe on what you are doing with...

The answer really depe on what you are doing with it. Daily driving, milk runs on cold mornings stick to 0w20.

Im running a 10w50 and may move to a 60 weight... lots of track time on a boosted...
Forum: AUSTRALIA 03-23-2019, 03:56 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 12,796
Posted By Hags86
So I had a failure years ago (Direct Injector...

So I had a failure years ago (Direct Injector Seal) which was due to an early ECU ignition map error - since fixed with a software update.

Read about it here...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-23-2019, 03:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,583
Posted By Hags86
I don't think you can have a discussion about...

I don't think you can have a discussion about "safe" boost levels without including fuel octane rating and ignition timing.

This assumes the bottom end is strong enough, which it isn't. I bent 4...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-23-2019, 03:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,583
Posted By Hags86
Old school recommendations was to lower your...

Old school recommendations was to lower your static CR for boosting so you didn't get detonation (knock). 12.5:1 + boost was unheard of years ago. However the DI on these cars and a good cylinder...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-23-2019, 02:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,655
Posted By Hags86
Only do this if you can afford an engine rebuild....

Only do this if you can afford an engine rebuild. I'm not saying it will happen, but if it does will you be sent to the wall, loose your home or eat 2 minuted noodles for the rest of your life?
...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-05-2019, 03:14 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 23,692
Posted By Hags86
Oil pressure at low RPM is fine. It's at higher...

Oil pressure at low RPM is fine. It's at higher RPM that it has insufficient pressure. I'm moving to a 50 weight, and if that doesn't fix it, then I'll try a 60 weight.
Forum: Forced Induction 01-02-2019, 06:38 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 23,692
Posted By Hags86
I should update my signature line. That 261kW...

I should update my signature line. That 261kW was on a new engine and we kept the boost/rpm off the limit a bit until the engine was run in.
Forum: Forced Induction 01-02-2019, 06:35 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 23,692
Posted By Hags86
All numbers at the wheel on a Mainline dyno ...

All numbers at the wheel on a Mainline dyno
With stock engine.
- 241kW with e85
- 210kW on 98

then after an engine rebuild, keeping the same 12.5:1 and some mild head porting and the same...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-02-2019, 06:30 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 23,692
Posted By Hags86
I guess at full revs with the right sized turbo...

I guess at full revs with the right sized turbo maybe there isn't a difference. But everwhere else in the rev range it makes a difference.
- Low comp = big turbo. So you get a sluggish 9:1...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-02-2019, 06:22 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 23,692
Posted By Hags86
I debated lowering the compression also but ended...

I debated lowering the compression also but ended up staying and 12.5:1 (with CP Carillo rods and pistons) and I'm so glad that I did.

- Makes crazy power on e85
- Makes great power of 98
...
Forum: Forced Induction 11-28-2018, 02:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,648
Posted By Hags86
In my opinion... Must have Clutch Oil...

In my opinion...

Must have
Clutch
Oil cooler

Should have
Budget to replace rods sooner than you'd think
Data logger of some description
Forum: Forced Induction 10-11-2018, 02:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,017
Posted By Hags86
The axle life seems to be largely dependent on...

The axle life seems to be largely dependent on how much the car is lowered. At 15mm lowered I've been OK but have some buddies at 25-30mm who break axles with less power/torque.

Has to do with the...
Forum: Engine Swaps 09-21-2018, 02:10 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,767
Posted By Hags86
I don't think you can underestimate the benefit...

I don't think you can underestimate the benefit of finding a good local tuner/mechanic to work with. Dropping the car off for half day here or a day or two there to sort those little niggling issues...
Forum: Forced Induction 08-28-2018, 10:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,244
Posted By Hags86
Driveshaft? Didn't know this was an issue. ...

Driveshaft? Didn't know this was an issue.

100% agree with the rest of the list. Add a clutch.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-26-2018, 06:24 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 31,939
Posted By Hags86
Hi All I'm planning on installing an...

Hi All

I'm planning on installing an Accusump to protect against low oil pressure with high lateral G forces. Attached is a plot of oil pressure vs RPM. The colour is lateral G. You can see...
Forum: Engine Swaps 08-14-2018, 04:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,321
Posted By Hags86
No. I think he's referring to the approximately...

No. I think he's referring to the approximately 100 other wires (injectors, cam control, throttle body, sensors etc). The kits that have been sorted have a adapter harness to the OEM wiring.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 08-13-2018, 06:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,616
Posted By Hags86
Your assumption is good. This is best practice to...

Your assumption is good. This is best practice to spanner check a car after a track session. You don't need a torque wrench though...
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