FA20Club Turbo Kit Owners Topic

[ecko04]

Originally Posted by Justkiz

Would you mind sharing some pics of the set up in your car? I just can't make my head around to see any space to get plumbing behind the turbo.

isn't the dump pipe too low for metal skid plate if it is though below the pulleys?

I didn't put the metal skid plate back on.

I don't have any pics to share. I don't plan on climbing underneath for quite some time (changed the oil last week).

[whitefrs]

Originally Posted by Justkiz

Would you mind sharing some pics of the set up in your car? I just can't make my head around to see any space to get plumbing behind the turbo.

isn't the dump pipe too low for metal skid plate if it is though below the pulleys?

I cut a hole of 3x3 inches for the dump pipe and issue resolved


I love boost!!!!!!

[pixel67]

I just returned from reviewing this with the shop doing the work for me and there is no way that the recirc tube can take the same path as illustrated in @ecko04 post, mainly because I have the EL manifold and he is using UEL. There just isn't enough clearance between pulleys and collectors, regardless of whether it is catted or uncatted. The angle of the collector positions it about 3/4 - 1 inch away from the pulleys. Here is a snapshot of another members dump tube so you can see the clearance issue, and his is uncatted.



So, we are going to take another less direct route. We are going to bring it all the way down and route below and in front of the collector, and then bring it back up slightly to get the correct angle to the downpipe. I will post some pics of it once they finish the work and comes back from the coaters. It won't be pretty and is less than ideal, but should do the job...

[ecko04]

Originally Posted by pixel67

I just returned from reviewing this with the shop doing the work for me and there is no way that the recirc tube can take the same path as illustrated in @ecko04 post, mainly because I have the EL manifold and he is using UEL. There just isn't enough clearance between pulleys and collectors, regardless of whether it is catted or uncatted. The angle of the collector positions it about 3/4 - 1 inch away from the pulleys. Here is a snapshot of another members dump tube so you can see the clearance issue, and his is uncatted.







So, we are going to take another less direct route. We are going to bring it all the way down and route below and in front of the collector, and then bring it back up slightly to get the correct angle to the downpipe. I will post some pics of it once they finish the work and comes back from the coaters. It won't be pretty and is less than ideal, but should do the job...

Mine is UEL? Well hot damn, I never realized it. I certainly ordered EL. Might have been the recirc option that forced the change.

[lbroskee]

Originally Posted by ecko04

Mine is UEL? Well hot damn, I never realized it. I certainly ordered EL. Might have been the recirc option that forced the change.

U really didn't realize that? I can't tell if ur trolling or not lol

[ecko04]

Originally Posted by lbroskee

U really didn't realize that? I can't tell if ur trolling or not lol

Yep, definitely trolling. That's the running trend on the forums these days.

Seriously, I didn't realize it. I didn't check. I slapped it on the car the same day FedEx dropped it off.

[lbroskee]

Originally Posted by ecko04

Yep, definitely trolling. That's the running trend on the forums these days.

Seriously, I didn't realize it. I didn't check. I slapped it on the car the same day FedEx dropped it off.

Oh ok. Looks lik it worked in ur favor tho. U get the boxer rumble and recirculated wastegate

[pixel67]

Just in case anyone is looking, i have a few parts up for sale in the members classifieds:

Turbosmart Dual Stage Boost Controller - New in Box for $200.00 shipped.
ATI 52MM/60MM Conversion Ring - $15 shipped

[pixel67]

I have updated the OP in light of the recent events over the last few months. I have removed some links and rearranged sections to the reflect the current status of FA20Club as a (non) participating vendor in these forums. Going forward I may not post as much in here as i used to but I will continue to visit from time to time. Please PM me with any edits/deletes/additions you would like to see.

[ecko04]

FA20Club old intake charge pipe

3", x2 45 degree bends, MAF flange on a bend which creates partial throttle cruising issues



FA20Cluv new intake charge pipe

2.75", 90 degree bend, MAF flange on a straighter section to create less turbulence. Not perfect but better.

[pixel67]

Looks good! How much did that set you back? I am interested in seeing if it helps your issue.

[ecko04]

Originally Posted by pixel67

Looks good! How much did that set you back? I am interested in seeing if it helps your issue.

Well it took awhile to get this made and @ptuning finally eliminated the cruising and partial throttle fuel trim issues. That intake pipe is slated to be delivered today, but I don't need it anymore. The issue with my desire to install it will be that it will require a retune. I'll probably install it sometime in the spring/summer.

The cost was $164

[lbroskee]

Originally Posted by ecko04

FA20Club old intake charge pipe

3", x2 45 degree bends, MAF flange on a bend which creates partial throttle cruising issues

Attachment 69510

FA20Cluv new intake charge pipe

2.75", 90 degree bend, MAF flange on a straighter section to create less turbulence. Not perfect but better.

Attachment 69511

Sucks that smaller pipes tho

[ecko04]

Originally Posted by lbroskee

Sucks that smaller pipes tho

Your statement is incorrect.

A 3" charge pipe for this car was only done so one could run a MAF based tune only. That was way before EcuTek updated their racerom to include speed density.

Now with speed density, there is absolutely no need for a 3" charge pipe and the better tuning option would be one that is MAF based for light and partial throttle conditions and switches to speed density when you put your foot down.