Kevlo RMT Turbo build -Works !!
02-14-2010, 12:19 PM
#363
SO, kevlo, if you sum it all up, what would've done differently from how it was when you put up the kit?? Different size turbo, different pump??
I started to gather up my parts to get myself a rmt on my 4th gen and I looked up on you for inspiration. Im also searching for streetzlegend threads on his rmt buildup for pictures and explanations.
I started to gather up my parts to get myself a rmt on my 4th gen and I looked up on you for inspiration. Im also searching for streetzlegend threads on his rmt buildup for pictures and explanations.
02-14-2010, 01:09 PM
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SO, kevlo, if you sum it all up, what would've done differently from how it was when you put up the kit?? Different size turbo, different pump??
I started to gather up my parts to get myself a rmt on my 4th gen and I looked up on you for inspiration. Im also searching for streetzlegend threads on his rmt buildup for pictures and explanations.
I started to gather up my parts to get myself a rmt on my 4th gen and I looked up on you for inspiration. Im also searching for streetzlegend threads on his rmt buildup for pictures and explanations.
Do NOT cheap out from the get go. Make sure you get a goodturbo and a good pump. Do not get cheap fittings.
Basically do it right so you don't have to redo anything.
02-16-2010, 09:30 AM
#365
I can vouch on this...Lucky for me the only thing i really cheaped out on was my TT, and go figure THAT crapped out on me lol
02-16-2010, 10:01 AM
#366
I wonder why you guys go on such big turbochargers for rmt applications. HX35's seems big to me... I was planning for:
T04B compressor wheel: 48.4 / 69.9 mm 48 "S" Trim
compressor housing: 0.60 a/r T04B
center section: oil cooled journal bearings
Turbine wheel: 68 trim (stage1)
Turbine housing .48 a/r (.63 a/r upgrade available for 280+ HP)
http://www.blaastperformance.com/big.php?ref=90
T04B compressor wheel: 48.4 / 69.9 mm 48 "S" Trim
compressor housing: 0.60 a/r T04B
center section: oil cooled journal bearings
Turbine wheel: 68 trim (stage1)
Turbine housing .48 a/r (.63 a/r upgrade available for 280+ HP)
http://www.blaastperformance.com/big.php?ref=90
02-16-2010, 10:24 AM
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I start building boost around 3000-3500rpm. Once I wrap the bpipe it will be closer to 3000. That is perfect for me. Plus it is a great turbo for the price and leaves VQ30's room to play with.
02-16-2010, 12:55 PM
#369
Thats almost exactly the same turbo I had (the one ur listing), I wouldnt get it just because how it spooled up, although once I had it on 16psi on the vq30 it was making good power(didnt dyno but was pretty noticible up in the 300s had to be). Being RMT does not make a significant difference in spool up vs. front mount, when done properly. In physics yes it does make a difference on paper, but in pratice its not really noticible, I was spooling the t04b the same way my friend with a 5sp was spooling it on his front mount setup.
Last edited by streetzlegend; 02-16-2010 at 12:59 PM.
02-16-2010, 01:56 PM
#370
Thanks for your opinion, you have a lot of credibility from your previous experiences with different setups. I like sharing infos with people who know their stuff. Check this site:
http://www.blaastperformance.com/index.php
Which one would you suggest for a low boost (8psi)/hi response setup??
I'd like to have boost around 3500rpm and looking for full boost around 4500rpm.
I consider using a obx 2.5inch remote flange like this one:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OBX-S...Q5fAccessories
Am I on the good path??
http://www.blaastperformance.com/index.php
Which one would you suggest for a low boost (8psi)/hi response setup??
I'd like to have boost around 3500rpm and looking for full boost around 4500rpm.
I consider using a obx 2.5inch remote flange like this one:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OBX-S...Q5fAccessories
Am I on the good path??
Last edited by VQ'ed; 02-16-2010 at 01:59 PM.
02-16-2010, 06:22 PM
#371
Thanks for your opinion, you have a lot of credibility from your previous experiences with different setups. I like sharing infos with people who know their stuff. Check this site:
http://www.blaastperformance.com/index.php
Which one would you suggest for a low boost (8psi)/hi response setup??
I'd like to have boost around 3500rpm and looking for full boost around 4500rpm.
I consider using a obx 2.5inch remote flange like this one:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OBX-S...Q5fAccessories
Am I on the good path??
http://www.blaastperformance.com/index.php
Which one would you suggest for a low boost (8psi)/hi response setup??
I'd like to have boost around 3500rpm and looking for full boost around 4500rpm.
I consider using a obx 2.5inch remote flange like this one:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OBX-S...Q5fAccessories
Am I on the good path??
02-23-2010, 07:58 AM
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02-23-2010, 01:00 PM
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03-08-2010, 03:12 PM
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440's are on, charge pipe is off lol... again
I got the RC 440cc injectors on, surprisingly the car turned on the first time.
Did a quick tune so the car could run. Went for a drive, hit 5psi in third and the charge pipe slipped off again... UGH!!!!!!!! I will try to fix it tomorrow but all is well
I got the RC 440cc injectors on, surprisingly the car turned on the first time.
Did a quick tune so the car could run. Went for a drive, hit 5psi in third and the charge pipe slipped off again... UGH!!!!!!!! I will try to fix it tomorrow but all is well
03-08-2010, 03:32 PM
#382
Depending on what kind of metal your maf adaptor is (im assuming thats where its slipping) You can weld a few beads on the lip of the piping so that the coupler doesnt slip off as easily...
alot of the 240 guys do this when they have similar problems and it works pretty good....
alot of the 240 guys do this when they have similar problems and it works pretty good....
03-08-2010, 03:41 PM
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Depending on what kind of metal your maf adaptor is (im assuming thats where its slipping) You can weld a few beads on the lip of the piping so that the coupler doesnt slip off as easily...
alot of the 240 guys do this when they have similar problems and it works pretty good....
alot of the 240 guys do this when they have similar problems and it works pretty good....
I would like to add that AMSOIL powerfoam is the ****!!!, stuff is amazing. Makes cleaning the car awesome.
ALSO I would like to add that the vq likes electrical tape I suppose lol, I accidentally dropped a small piece into the intake and I saw it on a valve, I could not reach it so I assumed the engine would just "eat it"
03-08-2010, 03:59 PM
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03-08-2010, 04:40 PM
#386
Na it is slipping at my 2 - 3 coupler. I can fix it. I think I just made it loose when I was taking the intake out and putting it back in. I need to change the starter so I will fix it all then.
I would like to add that AMSOIL powerfoam is the ****!!!, stuff is amazing. Makes cleaning the car awesome.
ALSO I would like to add that the vq likes electrical tape I suppose lol, I accidentally dropped a small piece into the intake and I saw it on a valve, I could not reach it so I assumed the engine would just "eat it"
I would like to add that AMSOIL powerfoam is the ****!!!, stuff is amazing. Makes cleaning the car awesome.
ALSO I would like to add that the vq likes electrical tape I suppose lol, I accidentally dropped a small piece into the intake and I saw it on a valve, I could not reach it so I assumed the engine would just "eat it"
lol
03-08-2010, 06:17 PM
#387
There is barely any shaft play, less than 1mm in any direction. I will see how the condition is of the turbo that will come with my kit. How would I go about cleaning this thing? Carb cleaner should be fine for the seals and such I believe. Also how do I make sure all the oil is drained from the turbo? I do no want to have anything mix.
None of the fins are bent but it might look like it with my ****ty cell cam
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03-26-2010, 07:27 AM
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Still having this one GAY problem. Car turns off randomly at idle.
I think it is either the MAF or the TPS. Any ideas? I am going to clean the MAF again this weekend but other than that I dunno what to check
I think it is either the MAF or the TPS. Any ideas? I am going to clean the MAF again this weekend but other than that I dunno what to check
03-26-2010, 12:34 PM
#394
Mine has done that, made sure maf plug was in all the way, and never did it again.
Also, when i was a newb, the reason I joined this forum was to figure out why mine shut off and wouldnt turn back on. Turned out to be the cam pos sensor.
Also, when i was a newb, the reason I joined this forum was to figure out why mine shut off and wouldnt turn back on. Turned out to be the cam pos sensor.
03-27-2010, 10:40 AM
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Cleaned the maf again, still some oil residue in the pipes. UGH, I really dont wanna remove the IC and all the pipes lol.
Over the summer I might just drop/upgrade the IC and then wash out the pipes while they are on the car.
Also I have the code 1001 for the front O2, I wonder if it is somehow related
Over the summer I might just drop/upgrade the IC and then wash out the pipes while they are on the car.
Also I have the code 1001 for the front O2, I wonder if it is somehow related
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03-28-2010, 07:57 AM
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What cleaner/degreaser do you guys recommend to clean my intercooler/pipes while they are on the car? I think I should get something I can just pour in there, let it sit and then hose it out.
What do you guys think and which product?
What do you guys think and which product?