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vubaru · 05-21-2013, 12:23 AM

Another quick update, hottest weather yet in the Bay so far this year (90-95 or so inland here) and the kit is still rock solid. A 1.5 hr drive to and from SJ in massive traffic and early summer heat was a great test drive to see if the idle issue would return.

But nope. No idle issues, no CELs, no DTCs, nothing bad. Just power and fun.

I'm starting to think it needs more boost, though. Was going to hold off on the EBC and other stuff, but I don't know if I can.

vubaru · 05-24-2013, 11:25 PM

Another trip down 680 with a lot of WOT and everything is still fine on AVO's A01C ROM.
Redlining frequently, no problem.

At this point the only thing I'm worried about is a clutch and getting my hands on Visconti's updated tune.

vubaru · 05-27-2013, 12:32 AM

EBCS came in yesterday and I'm trying to figure out how to install this...John sent me his new tune so I am itching to get it in!

Edit: As a teaser, settings are 5 psi, 7 psi and 9 psi. Will buy a member in Nor Cal a case of beer if they can help me figure it out tomorrow, lol.

King Tut · 05-28-2013, 11:33 AM

It shouldn't be too difficult. The ports on it go inline on the boost line that goes from your compressor housing to the wastegate acctuator port. Then it somehow gets wired into a factory sensor. I would interested in any more info you can provide about the install.

Sportsguy83 · 05-28-2013, 11:54 AM

I am interested in this, but need to get an explanation on how the gas tank gases purge now. Maybe now its just vented to ATM?

King Tut · 05-28-2013, 01:35 PM

Venting it to atmosphere would be as easy as unplugging the vacuum hose from the fuel tank to the solenoid. I would think that just removing the electrical connector from it would result in it becoming sealed.

Sportsguy83 · 05-28-2013, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by King Tut

Venting it to atmosphere would be as easy as unplugging the vacuum hose from the fuel tank to the solenoid. I would think that just removing the electrical connector from it would result in it becoming sealed.

Those are my thoughts too. Now, I wonder if venting to ATM would mean fumes getting into the cabin, although we are no strangers to relocating smelly lines...

Visconti · 05-28-2013, 01:39 PM

We are simply just unplugging the sensor and not doing anything else.

That's the suggested way to do it right now

To date have not had any problems

John

Clipdat · 06-20-2013, 03:19 PM

Any updates? How has it been running??

vubaru · 06-21-2013, 11:43 AM

Car is still effed, I attempted the drive to Vegas for 86Fest and by Bakersfield my car was throwing P0014 and C1201 CEL/DTC combo. After clearing it the car would only throw P0014. Clearly there is a cam and/or ECU issue remaining. When warm after 20+ min driving, the car will idle shudder and stall at a stoplight while idling. It's so violent again that I turn the car off at stoplights when this occurs.

Livermore Subaru has agreed to take the car back "one last time" as a courtesy as they are not happy with the modifications on the car, but I have no choice at this point. I'm going to attempt one more warranty repair, and if it doesn't work, get ready for a big part-out thread! If you want to call dibs on parts PM me sooner rather than later...

DAMotorsports · 06-21-2013, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vubaru

Car is still effed, I attempted the drive to Vegas for 86Fest and by Bakersfield my car was throwing P0014 and C1201 CEL/DTC combo. After clearing it the car would only throw P0014. Clearly there is a cam and/or ECU issue remaining. When warm after 20+ min driving, the car will idle shudder and stall at a stoplight while idling. It's so violent again that I turn the car off at stoplights when this occurs.

Livermore Subaru has agreed to take the car back "one last time" as a courtesy as they are not happy with the modifications on the car, but I have no choice at this point. I'm going to attempt one more warranty repair, and if it doesn't work, get ready for a big part-out thread! If you want to call dibs on parts PM me sooner rather than later...

Have then check your direct injector seals while they are at it.

vubaru · 06-23-2013, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DAMotorsports

Have then check your direct injector seals while they are at it.

Not a bad call, you're not the first to recommend that to me. I'll have them check the plugs too, if they're willing.

They may not be willing unless a misfire code is showing, but we'll see.

Clipdat · 06-25-2013, 03:15 PM

Oh no! So sorry to hear you are still seeing CELs and bogging/stalling.

Keeping my fingers crossed that Livermore Subaru can sort out the issue for you.

Norkoastal · 06-25-2013, 03:44 PM

Man, I'm shocked this kit can't seem to play nicely with your car Vub. You seem to be making all the right steps to isolate and weed out this nagging issue.. Maybe your car secretly wants a SC instead

05-27-2013, 12:32 AM	#31
vubaru Now with Boost! Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: 2013 SWP BRZ Ltd. Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 415 Thanks: 281 Thanked 424 Times in 257 Posts Mentioned: 24 Post(s)	EBCS came in yesterday and I'm trying to figure out how to install this...John sent me his new tune so I am itching to get it in! Edit: As a teaser, settings are 5 psi, 7 psi and 9 psi. Will buy a member in Nor Cal a case of beer if they can help me figure it out tomorrow, lol. Last edited by vubaru; 05-27-2013 at 01:03 AM.

05-28-2013, 11:33 AM	#32
King Tut NASA SpecE30 Racer Join Date: May 2012 Drives: 2006 Honda S2000 Location: Gulf Breeze, FL Posts: 7,279 Thanks: 607 Thanked 5,759 Times in 3,055 Posts Mentioned: 274 Post(s)	It shouldn't be too difficult. The ports on it go inline on the boost line that goes from your compressor housing to the wastegate acctuator port. Then it somehow gets wired into a factory sensor. I would interested in any more info you can provide about the install. __________________ - King Tut Street/Track Car: 2006 Honda S2000 TT3 \|\| Race Car: 1987 BMW 325is SpecE30 \|\| Tow Vehicle: 2014 RAM 1500 EcoDiesel Sold Cars: 2012 BMW M3 \|\| 2013 Subaru BRZ \|\| 2012 Porsche Cayman R \|\| 2009 Chevrolet Z06 \|\| 2009 BMW M3 \|\| 2004 BMW M3 \|\| 2004 Nissan 350Z

05-28-2013, 01:35 PM	#34
King Tut NASA SpecE30 Racer Join Date: May 2012 Drives: 2006 Honda S2000 Location: Gulf Breeze, FL Posts: 7,279 Thanks: 607 Thanked 5,759 Times in 3,055 Posts Mentioned: 274 Post(s)	Venting it to atmosphere would be as easy as unplugging the vacuum hose from the fuel tank to the solenoid. I would think that just removing the electrical connector from it would result in it becoming sealed. __________________ - King Tut Street/Track Car: 2006 Honda S2000 TT3 \|\| Race Car: 1987 BMW 325is SpecE30 \|\| Tow Vehicle: 2014 RAM 1500 EcoDiesel Sold Cars: 2012 BMW M3 \|\| 2013 Subaru BRZ \|\| 2012 Porsche Cayman R \|\| 2009 Chevrolet Z06 \|\| 2009 BMW M3 \|\| 2004 BMW M3 \|\| 2004 Nissan 350Z

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05-21-2013, 12:23 AM	#29
vubaru Now with Boost! Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: 2013 SWP BRZ Ltd. Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 415 Thanks: 281 Thanked 424 Times in 257 Posts Mentioned: 24 Post(s)	Another quick update, hottest weather yet in the Bay so far this year (90-95 or so inland here) and the kit is still rock solid. A 1.5 hr drive to and from SJ in massive traffic and early summer heat was a great test drive to see if the idle issue would return. But nope. No idle issues, no CELs, no DTCs, nothing bad. Just power and fun. I'm starting to think it needs more boost, though. Was going to hold off on the EBC and other stuff, but I don't know if I can.

05-24-2013, 11:25 PM	#30
vubaru Now with Boost! Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: 2013 SWP BRZ Ltd. Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 415 Thanks: 281 Thanked 424 Times in 257 Posts Mentioned: 24 Post(s)	Another trip down 680 with a lot of WOT and everything is still fine on AVO's A01C ROM. Redlining frequently, no problem. At this point the only thing I'm worried about is a clutch and getting my hands on Visconti's updated tune.

05-28-2013, 01:39 PM	#36
Visconti Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Drives: 05 STi Location: Norwalk, CT Posts: 2,843 Thanks: 196 Thanked 3,188 Times in 1,197 Posts Mentioned: 375 Post(s)	We are simply just unplugging the sensor and not doing anything else. That's the suggested way to do it right now To date have not had any problems John

06-21-2013, 11:43 AM	#38
vubaru Now with Boost! Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: 2013 SWP BRZ Ltd. Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 415 Thanks: 281 Thanked 424 Times in 257 Posts Mentioned: 24 Post(s)	Car is still effed, I attempted the drive to Vegas for 86Fest and by Bakersfield my car was throwing P0014 and C1201 CEL/DTC combo. After clearing it the car would only throw P0014. Clearly there is a cam and/or ECU issue remaining. When warm after 20+ min driving, the car will idle shudder and stall at a stoplight while idling. It's so violent again that I turn the car off at stoplights when this occurs. Livermore Subaru has agreed to take the car back "one last time" as a courtesy as they are not happy with the modifications on the car, but I have no choice at this point. I'm going to attempt one more warranty repair, and if it doesn't work, get ready for a big part-out thread! If you want to call dibs on parts PM me sooner rather than later...

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