MKG's Custom Single Turbo Build

MyKindaGuise · 05-16-2013, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Boosted Performance

I thought I could resist helping with this (since others seem to think I don't know what I am talking about)....but I can't.... as this is a huge fundamental flaw.

When you merge two banks together like this, you MUST use an exhaust flex coupler on one of the sides. Because (in this case) everything is rigid there is no room left for expansion/contraction due to heat cycling. Without a flex pipe the welds will crack no matter how good of a welder you are. The pressure in the exhaust pipes before the turbo in this case will be 2.5-3 times the boost pressure as well, that won't help things either.

Also, if you take my advice (and I hope you do), use the Vibrant turbo flex couplers (or simmilar). Do not use the flex couplers that have braiding on the inside. The coupler must be bellowed on the inside.

If the manifold/merge is not complete yet, and you do plan on doing the above...sorry, please ignore it.

Also, if yo are doing wastegate recirculation, same thing...install a flex coupler between the wastegate outlet and the down pipe. Same reaso as above.

Bingo! Were just waiting for the UPS guy to drop more goodies off.

6MT · 05-15-2013, 09:22 PM

I like the kitty!

Mitco39 · 05-15-2013, 09:23 PM

The cat is not impressed at the lack of pictures in this thread! hahaha

MyKindaGuise · 05-15-2013, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Mitco39

The cat is not impressed at the lack of pictures in this thread! hahaha

Haha he's always that smug. :|

We should have a lot more on Friday since I am off from work that day and we will both be working on the car then.

N0SL3N · 05-22-2013, 04:22 PM

updates?

Mr&Mrs · 05-23-2013, 04:05 AM

Looking great so far, nice progress since I last checked in. I have been in the middle a move and missed so much!

MyKindaGuise · 05-23-2013, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by N0SL3N

updates?

Yes sir. exhaust piping is close to completion, flex pipe arrived and is getting added on and were just verifying fitment before we fully weld everything up. Ill post pics up on the 2nd thread post and in this post as well.

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Originally Posted by Mr&Mrs

Looking great so far, nice progress since I last checked in. I have been in the middle a move and missed so much!

Thank you!

Ill have some moar pics soon

Edit pics are up.

Next EDIT:
For the record that isn't the exact turbo location we just simply placed it roughly where it was going for the sake of taking pictures. Also those blue hoses are being rerouted.

FPenvy · 05-23-2013, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by MyKindaGuise

Yes sir. exhaust piping is close to completion, flex pipe arrived and is getting added on and were just verifying fitment before we fully weld everything up. Ill post pics up on the 2nd thread post and in this post as well.

Thank you!

Ill have some moar pics soon

Edit pics are up.

look good bro. excited to see the next step of your progress.

dmhenderson · 05-23-2013, 10:11 PM

Well if it doesn't bother you, none of my business.

MyKindaGuise · 05-23-2013, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by dmhenderson

Well if it doesn't bother you, none of my business.

Its all good brother. I appreciate the back up though

Ill let the build speak for itself soon enough.

MyKindaGuise · 05-25-2013, 06:06 PM

Pics from today

Injectors installed
Manifold is being put into AutoCAD for new custom intake plenum
Down pipe and up pipe fitted and tac welded

MyKindaGuise · 06-01-2013, 01:02 PM

Quick update...It's been a busy week for the two of us due to work and school so progess isn't amazing or anything but...

-Up pipe is fully welded and test fitted to trubo mount.
-Oil pan and turbo is tapped
-Oil feed line was made and test fitted
-Driver side interior reinstalled
-Battery relocation cables were ran under interior
-Silicone coupler's arrived along with thermostatic plate and fittings for Oil Cooler
-Intake manifold put into AutoCAD for potential design
-Intake manifold reinstalled

Im sure I am missing something but its coming along nicely.

XwChriswX · 06-02-2013, 06:23 PM

Cody, when you get a chance one day, would you be up for writing a review of the steps behind a battery relocation? I'm looking into doing this myself, and am curious about the parts and cable routing so I'd be interested in your write up, or if you felt so moved a DIY.

docaam · 06-02-2013, 11:58 PM

Looking great so far

MyKindaGuise · 06-03-2013, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by XwChriswX

Cody, when you get a chance one day, would you be up for writing a review of the steps behind a battery relocation? I'm looking into doing this myself, and am curious about the parts and cable routing so I'd be interested in your write up, or if you felt so moved a DIY.

Yeah I can do a DIY or just help you. I ran the wire on Friday. Literally took a few minutes. The whole thing cant take more than 1-1.5hours depending on amount of beers/motivation. Keep in mind I am running the stock battery so its a little large but...I Like the added weight and I like the look of my gutted hatch.

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Originally Posted by docaam

Looking great so far

Thanks

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Originally Posted by Sh0velMan

You're gonna wrap that turbine and up pipe, right?

Wrap it up! It's the safe thing to do

But yes I am.lol

05-15-2013, 09:22 PM	#2 (permalink)
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MyKindaGuise A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 2,029 Drives: 11' 370z Sprt M6 Rep Power: 21	Quick update...It's been a busy week for the two of us due to work and school so progess isn't amazing or anything but... -Up pipe is fully welded and test fitted to trubo mount. -Oil pan and turbo is tapped -Oil feed line was made and test fitted -Driver side interior reinstalled -Battery relocation cables were ran under interior -Silicone coupler's arrived along with thermostatic plate and fittings for Oil Cooler -Intake manifold put into AutoCAD for potential design -Intake manifold reinstalled Im sure I am missing something but its coming along nicely. Mr&Mrs likes this. __________________ \|445whp398tq\| \|BW S259 Turbo\|3" Downpipe\Exhaust\|ID1000\|AeroMotive\|Tial\|EcuTek\|BC BR\|S0-4\|MaffFab\| MKGs-Single-Turbo

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