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06-09-2015, 06:15 PM | #1 |
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My Experience with Works Stage 1 Turbo Kit
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http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...25#post2384025 YouTube link: I installed a Works Stage 1 Turbo kit on 2013 FR-S. I used the ECUTEK tune that was provided by Works Motorsports. The only modification that I have done before turbo installation was a flex fuel kit tuned by Delicious Tuning. Per dyno results, flex fuel was providing a 179 whp on E66 NA. Compared to turbo kit (running on California 91 octane) it definitely delivers more power than prior flex fuel tune. I could feel the pull from 3100 rpm up to redline. For a turbo kit that does not have the traditional large intercooler this kit is amazing. The car feels completely different. I also ordered "Flash & Go" tune from delicious tuning plus 11 psi map sensor. I can't wait to install it. My next mod would be a methanol injection. If you look at the video, I already installed the injection nozzle near the throttle body, small battery and water pump by where the large battery used to be located. Reason for the methanol injection or just water injection is because I don't trust this kit completely. Due to no traditional large intercooler, the meth or water injection main purpose is to prevent potential knocks that could damage the engine. I also installed a PCV Mishimoto catch can, Radium crankcase catch can and a Tomei uel headers. I was going to install an AVO kit that I bought used. The used kit was missing an oil pump plate. I requested to pay this missing part from AVO but totally ignored my request. I could have gone to a machinist to fabricate one for me but since AVO was not willing to provide this part I just decided not to install their kit. I just sold it to another person. The reasons why I selected this Kit over others: 1) It's a turbo 2) I don't get to touch the bumper (I was going to make an exception with AVO) 3) potential CARB legal 4) I could upgrade to a gtx2867 5) It's not a supercharger 6) and it's a turbo! Last edited by aaguirre123; 09-08-2015 at 08:10 PM. Reason: add photos |
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How long did the install take you? Excited to see the results when you get a retune! Also, would love to see a video of the car in motion!
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Yeah, it's always easier the second time around lol. Congrats on the kit man!
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What are the car's temperatures at? Have you tracked your car with this kit? Was it worth it at the end of the day? Have you experienced the Jackson Racing Supercharger? If so how does the WORKS compare?
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What are the car's temperatures at?
- I don't have a temp reader gauge but temp needle is towards the cold side from middle of temp gauge. If I have time I'll youtube it. Have you tracked your car with this kit? - I am not going to track it right now. But when I do, I'll install an oil cooler first before I track it. I daily drive the car and I don't have any over heating issues and I live in Los Angeles. It was hot yesterday and I did not get any over heating issues. Just to be safe though, I am installing a meth or water injection for cooling. Was it worth it at the end of the day? - To me it is worth it. For the power that it delivers I am more than happy. No more mini-vans beating me on the street and freeways. LOL. - This car just needed that extra power to be complete. Have you experienced the Jackson Racing Supercharger? If so how does the WORKS compare? - I did not go with the supercharger because turbos are more efficient. They are less parasitic in power because it uses the exhaust. Plus I like a little lag. LOL. The sensation of a little lag before the euphoric pull of the turbo is what I am after. I used to own a 2013 sti; it was giving that same sensation. Lag, lag and pull baby pull. LOL. |
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Sounds like you've got a decent set up going, any plans to get it dyno'd again? Are you happy with the Delicious flash and go?
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Sounds like you've got a decent set up going, any plans to get it dyno'd again?
- someday. to busy right now. for now i'll use my car driver seat as dyno. Are you happy with the Delicious flash and go? - I'll let you know when I get my 11 psi delicious tuning map sensor that I ordered today. I can't wait. |
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