T28 or 16G Install on a 99 GS-T

[Null]

I've been reading up a bit on these turbos now and I'm wondering how difficult they are to install...the T28 is a 'bolt-on' and the 16G requires a kit...my question is just how much mech knowlege does one need to install either of those. Is it an all-day job with a lot of specialized tools or is it a 2-3hour toss on deal? Thanks guys.

 

[a351must2]

The T28 is very simple...flat-head screwdriver, metric wrench and socket set (mostly even sizes from 8mm - 19mm), a couple tubing wrenches for the oil feed line.

Since one bolt to the turbo is a stud, I couldn't remove the turbo without remove the exhaust manifold so plan on taking both out.

2-3 hours if you have all the right size tools and can find them. I'd plan on also replacing the oil feed line since it's always good insurance to have a new one on there.

 

[RuBiCaNT5X]

My 16G took about 12 hours to put on. However, there were some special circumstances that made it take that long. If I were you, I'd jump on the Evo3 deals they have right now. With a kit, porting and a wastegate upgrade you are looking around 900 bux or so. IMO, the Evo3 is capable of more power than a BigT28...

 

[boostineklipz]

big 16g, injectors, and fuel pump took less then 5 hours on the car thanks to Mr GSXTCY

I would go with a 16g clipped on a GST so it slows spool up and increases top end because you know GSTs do not want a quick spool up.

 

[DSMSpyder99]

yea i was on the band-wagon for the Big T-28 but after all this hype about the EVO 3 BIG 16G that what im getting from Forced Performance (Package #4 is what im getting)

 

[Megaman]

i know an 02 elim. dp will fit on a regular 16g but will it fit in an evo 16g?

 

[pickens]

yep I agree, on a gs-t the t-28 spools too damn fast in my opinion. W/ only a t-25 I was barely holding traction in first w/ my 18" 225 racing harts. W/ a mitsu turbo swap, I don't break loose unless I'm boosting above 18psi ish. I know a guy w/ a t-28 and he just basically blips the throttle and the tires want to break loose.

 

[RuBiCaNT5X]

Originally posted by Megaman
i know an 02 elim. dp will fit on a regular 16g but will it fit in an evo 16g?

That's a good question but I can't see why not. The space between the bolts to the O2 sensor housing on both 16G's has to be the same, however or no one could use it..

 

[Null]

OK so it seems the T28 is not the way to go due to its quick spool (although keep in mind I'm not one for drag racing...I have my fun on highways) -- My next question is if I were to get the evo deal 16g...what psi could I run with stock parts? and about how much HP would I get with that psi? I know I'll have to eventually upgrade the clutch/fuel pump/exhaust...etc but for now I just want to see a decent gain from an aftermarket turbo. Also the only answer above about installing the 16g kit was 20 hours...but he said he had special problems with it...how long/hard would an average install be on a kit like that?

 

[pickens]

Install will depend on how rusted your bolts are. Just soak everything in penetrating lube for about a day, then the install should take about 3-4 hours for your first time. Also w/ stock fuel, you should only run about 16psi max on pump gas. Horse power depends on to many things to guess at. You see a nice gain, but not what you'll probably expect w/ out any other mods.

 

[pickens]

Also, some of these questions can be answered w/ a search.

 

[Null]

Well my bolts shouldn't be rusted at all as the turbo was just taken off and had its oil lines replaced and a few other things at the dealership a month or two ago when I bought it...thanks for the help guys. I think i'll go with the evo from slowboy.

 

[doug]

Originally posted by Megaman
i know an 02 elim. dp will fit on a regular 16g but will it fit in an evo 16g?

Yes.