A/T BRZ fitted with AVO Stage 1 Turbokit - Page 2 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Drift-Office · 02-03-2013, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by vubaru

Drift Office, how long did it take your shop to install the kit, the full 10 hours?

I was hoping the 10-12 hr. estimate applied to shade tree mechanics and not professionals but I could be wrong...

This was done over 2 working days, with lifts and a helping tech, 2 lunch breaks and maybe a coffee break or two. I'm big on doing the job right the first time, so I would take my time and address what needs to be done there and then as opposed to coming back later to resolve it. 10+ hours would be a fair estimate, esp with how many push pins there are on the bumper!

Regards!

Bob @ Drift-Office, LLC

Pete156 · 02-03-2013, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Drift-Office

I'm big on doing the job right the first time, so I would take my time and address what needs to be done there and then as opposed to coming back later to resolve it.Bob @ Drift-Office, LLC

I admire your work ethic Bob. Instills confidence in you customers, I'm sure. Thanks for keeping us informed..

swift996 · 02-03-2013, 09:30 PM

Nice, so that equivalates to 258 HP at the flywheel. I would think if Subaru ever did a turbo on the BRZ it would be in the 260-270 HP range. I did a back of the napkin calculation and that's about the range that would be the same power to weight as my M3. That's about all I'm trying to achieve. Sure, a few more ponies will be welcomed.

Skippman · 02-26-2013, 02:00 PM

How badly did the fuel economy suffer?

Drift-Office · 02-26-2013, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Skippman

How badly did the fuel economy suffer?

Typically, not much but I'll let the OP post his own thoughts. Wide open is just that, and only then will your fuel efficiency be pushed. So if you have the kit on and only cruise, it won't be more or less than when it was NA. Does that make sense?

That said, in about 2 weeks, Stage 2.0 for the OP perhaps?

Cheers!

Bob @ Drift-Office, LLC

BRZranger · 02-27-2013, 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Drift-Office

Typically, not much but I'll let the OP post his own thoughts. Wide open is just that, and only then will your fuel efficiency be pushed. So if you have the kit on and only cruise, it won't be more or less than when it was NA. Does that make sense?

That said, in about 2 weeks, Stage 2.0 for the OP perhaps?

Cheers!

Bob @ Drift-Office, LLC

Just waiting for the call B-)

Sportsguy83 · 02-27-2013, 04:42 AM

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Originally Posted by BRZranger

Just waiting for the call B-)

Have you run into any issues even if minor?

BRZranger · 02-27-2013, 04:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Sportsguy83

Have you run into any issues even if minor?

Only issue that came up was brought to my attention by Bob and Paul that the oem PCV needs to be replaced with a PCV intended for boost. That is something that will be remedied soon, but not a huge problem with 4.6psi.

My last gas fill up yielded 22mpg compared to my NA's 22mpg :-D and I have been flogging her.

On another note, Avo has a cool new air/oil separator that replaces the intake resonator... I should have taken pictures, but I didn't. Maybe I'll have my own soon to show off :-D

driver01 · 02-27-2013, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by BRZranger

Only issue that came up was brought to my attention by Bob and Paul that the oem PCV needs to be replaced with a PCV intended for boost. That is something that will be remedied soon, but not a huge problem with 4.6psi.

My last gas fill up yielded 22mpg compared to my NA's 22mpg :-D and I have been flogging her.

On another note, Avo has a cool new air/oil separator that replaces the intake resonator... I should have taken pictures, but I didn't. Maybe I'll have my own soon to show off :-D

Can we replace the pcv valve from an sti and call it a day?

Skippman · 02-27-2013, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by BRZranger

Only issue that came up was brought to my attention by Bob and Paul that the oem PCV needs to be replaced with a PCV intended for boost. That is something that will be remedied soon, but not a huge problem with 4.6psi.

My last gas fill up yielded 22mpg compared to my NA's 22mpg :-D and I have been flogging her.

On another note, Avo has a cool new air/oil separator that replaces the intake resonator... I should have taken pictures, but I didn't. Maybe I'll have my own soon to show off :-D

Coming from a history of supercharged engines (Mini R53) where the power draw is constant I was curious as to how efficent turbochargers had become. I've never modified a NA engine to run on boost. I came pretty close on my 94 NA Miata though.

It's good to know that unless you're pushing it the economy should remain near factory. My questions probably sound n00bish but honestly, I am when it comes to adding forced induction. Looking at that dyno I'm assuming there's next to no lag on the turbo?

BRZranger · 02-27-2013, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Skippman

Coming from a history of supercharged engines (Mini R53) where the power draw is constant I was curious as to how efficent turbochargers had become. I've never modified a NA engine to run on boost. I came pretty close on my 94 NA Miata though.

It's good to know that unless you're pushing it the economy should remain near factory. My questions probably sound n00bish but honestly, I am when it comes to adding forced induction. Looking at that dyno I'm assuming there's next to no lag on the turbo?

I'm sure there is some "measurable lag", but honestly, I don't feel any lag. It just feels like a more powerful car. The advantage of this relatively small turbo is a fast spool, which mean less noticeable lag.

In comparison to a supercharger, my BRZ is an auto, which is always "on boost". I don't lose any power from stock power levels <2800 RPM and I am on full boost >2800 RPM.

AVOturboworld · 06-28-2013, 11:31 PM

The auto car was updated with full 2.5" exhaust and a new 6psi actuator, results were... adequete.

s2d4 · 06-28-2013, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by AVOturboworld

The auto car was updated with full 2.5" exhaust and a new 6psi actuator, results were... adequete.

What tune is that on now?

BRZranger · 06-28-2013, 11:59 PM

@Drift-Office's stage 1.5 tune which I must admit is awesome. It's almost 40lb ft more of wtq from the stage 1 turbo tune!

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