2000 vi swap pictures
#43
but i need to know if thats all i will need then. the adapter plates, and the manifold? i dont want to go there, and have to go back later. and vsamoylov, how much are these adapter plates? how many will i need?
#44
You'll need two; one for TB and one for IACV. All you need is the upper IM. You will need to flip the DE lower IM and redrill the DEK upper IM to fit. Go to a parts store and buy several feet of vaccum hose though. Also buy caps if you decide to disable/remove the EGR.
#49
I have mine disabled with all the sensors plugged in and get the code. I don't see how you're not getting one. That's the whole point of the EGR temp sensor, to determine if there is EGR flow or not in the conditions that call for it. Check your codes or check to see if the CEL itself is blown.
#54
about how long do you think it would take to complete this project? Is it a weekend sorta deal? I'm really interested in doing, and want to inform myself before i go into something that i really know nothing about. and you said using the 5th gen TB would cause clearance issues with the EGR, but if i disabled the EGR anyways, couldnt i just remove the EGR itself and not have that problem?
#58
would the 5th gen have better gains? Did you do the VI and ECU at the same time? or did you do them seperately? I cant wait to feel the difference between my IM now and the 00 VI. Im hoping its going to definitely be noticeable.
#63
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Originally Posted by nismology
Instead of putting the elbow on the intake manifold, why didn't you just put the elbow at the bottom of the throttle body where the IACV sat before?
#64
Originally Posted by maxS
because of clearance problem - between 2000 tb and egr, there's only about .5" gap, that's why 2000 ivac is removed and i had to cut a plug plate and screw it in its place...
#66
Originally Posted by 98SEBlackMax
So what switchover are you guys using for the 2k VI swaps? Ive got my 2K VI set at 4600 RPM right now via SMT-6 and it feels good, but im open to suggestions.
I would like to know this too as well as if you are using your stock ecu or upgraded ecu. Also mines is opening at about 4800 rpms.
#74
Originally Posted by 99Maxxx
this may be a stupid question, but are all 00-01 intake manifolds VI?
Just kidding!!! You may flip me the virtual bird if you want. I couldn't resist.
Yes, all 2000-01 intake manifolds are VI.
#75
this is good stuff. i picked up my 00 upper IM yesterday, and ordered my rpm switch today. Then have to order the adapter plates tomorrow. Are the gains the same using just the upper as opposed to using the lower with the fuel rail, injectors, etc...? What's the significance of using the lower from the 00?
#76
Originally Posted by eckohb
What's the significance of using the lower from the 00?
DE-K TB & injectors are larger as well.
#77
Originally Posted by jmeister
just simple ease of installation; don't have to remove, rotate & drill new holes like the 4th lower requires for the swap.
DE-K TB & injectors are larger as well.
DE-K TB & injectors are larger as well.