El Paso

[H@xtGSX]

Agreed. The line supplied with every boost gauge I've bought has been totally inadequate. Use regular vacuum hose and clamp it to the gauge fitting.

 

[biowolf]

well that makes sense guys Thanks I'm gonna need a long piece of hose and i made a hole in the fire wall on the driver side gonna have to make it bigger!

 

[9!'clipseDOHC]

well that makes sense guys Thanks I'm gonna need a long piece of hose and i made a hole in the fire wall on the driver side gonna have to make it bigger!

Rather then drilling holes in the firewall you can just stab the steering boot and run your wires and hoses thorough there. I personally have my wideband harness, boost source, and oil pressure source running through there and have had no problems. Its rubber so it hugs it and keeps it sealed and you don't have to keep drilling or enlarging holes in the firewall.

Also I am still using the nylon tube that comes with boost gauges. I am using a threaded T as you can see in this picture. fwbt bought a bunch of these and was selling them for cheap but he is currently deployed.

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[H@xtGSX]

X2 on using the steering boot. That's where all my stuff is routed through also.

Nathan, have you ever had to rebuild your 14b? I did a blt last night and heard a bubble in my oil pan... It's not smoking or leaking and boosts like normal, but I think the seal is worn out. I just don't know how difficult rebuilding one is. The exhaust housing has a little crack forming also, so I figured I'd stick a new one on since it looks like I'll have to take it apart anyhow.

 

[9!'clipseDOHC]

Nathan, have you ever had to rebuild your 14b? I did a blt last night and heard a bubble in my oil pan... It's not smoking or leaking and boosts like normal, but I think the seal is worn out. I just don't know how difficult rebuilding one is. The exhaust housing has a little crack forming also, so I figured I'd stick a new one on since it looks like I'll have to take it apart anyhow.

I have replaced the compressor cover o-ring before (common boost leak spot) and I just replaced the hotside (my old 6cm housing was cracked all to crap, I'll be posting pics in my build journal soon) while swapping to a 7cm housing and an external wastegate setup.

 

[fwbt]

Yep... Deployed. It's gonna pay for the stroker shortblock.
biowolf-I actually have a lot run through the steering boot; 10ga fuel pump rewire, all 3 wires from my WBO2, and two copper gauge lines. I actually use a copper line for the boost gauge. If you use the fitting you just need to make sure that you have 2 of the 1/8" NPT fittings as that is the thread size for most gauges and the fittings I used for the boost source. If you you're in a hurry, 5463K306 is the part number from McMaster-Carr for about $8. The only downside is they come in packs of 10.

H@xtGSX here are two articles Justin wrote on rebuilding TD05H/06 turbos.
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/art...303828-td05h-td06-turbo-rebuild-part-1-a.html
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/art...303829-td05h-td06-turbo-rebuild-part-2-a.html

Nice copper gaskets Nate!

 

[H@xtGSX]

Thanks guys. I was contemplating just buying another one, but I figure I'd get more out of a rebuild, life wise. Another used one may be leaking out too, so I might as well make it as new as I can so I know what I'm working with. I guess I need to go find a good rebuild kit now.

 

[mkofthabeast]

If you need any vacuum line or fittings let me know I have plenty and also the boost leak tester with air compressor. Oh yeah and an open garage . Just hit me up.

 

[biowolf]

If you need any vacuum line or fittings let me know I have plenty and also the boost leak tester with air compressor. Oh yeah and an open garage . Just hit me up.

Sweet what side of town are you located on? pm me.
Im going to run my other future gauges and wires through the boot like you guys recomended. I don't have a mbc so with the actuator restrictor removed my stock t25 puts out 14 almost 15 psi. I really need to get a 14b asap!

 

[Yoo_Steviee]

Sup guys sorry i diddnt know wether or not to start a new thread, but im looking to buy a dsm and i need some one that knows about these cars to help me out. Im 17 years old and this is going to be my first car im looking to buy a 1995 eagle talon esi thats on craigslist. Its listed at 2500 dollars and he has already agreed on 2 grand. I would buy the turbo model but my dad does not want me driving a turbo car. I need someone to help me out to tell me if this is a good buy for me. This car will be my daily driver. http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2762004026.html

 

[9!'clipseDOHC]

Sup guys sorry i diddnt know wether or not to start a new thread, but im looking to buy a dsm and i need some one that knows about these cars to help me out. Im 17 years old and this is going to be my first car im looking to buy a 1995 eagle talon esi thats on craigslist. Its listed at 2500 dollars and he has already agreed on 2 grand. I would buy the turbo model but my dad does not want me driving a turbo car. I need someone to help me out to tell me if this is a good buy for me. This car will be my daily driver. http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/2762004026.html

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[Yoo_Steviee]

ahhh damn he said he sold it :/

can you guys help me find a clean 2g 420a for around or under 2500?

 

[deek00]

came accros this while looking for drag schedules

el paso hondas
fast list
http://elpasoracing.com/lounge/drag-racing/el-paso's-fastest-honda-list/

vegas list, obviously incomplete but watch the video too
Las Vegas' 2011 Quickest Cars/Trucks/Bikes List

ifo is import face off
Vegas Ifo >Video

 

[Ghost_92TSi]

Hey does anyone have an extra non cracked valve cover for sale?

 

[biowolf]

Idk what happen! i took off my smic to clean it i put it back and made sure everything was tight no way boost could escape but there is no doubt i can feel i lost power i took all the piping off and put it back together this time tighter and still i dont get the same 'pull' when the turbo spools.

 

[H@xtGSX]

Well... You just found out that some of the oxidation on your smic was held tight by deposits of petroleum blown from the PCV. Cleaning it likely cleaned away what was holding it together. It's like pouring vinegar into a radiator... If its new, it'll be nice and sparkling clean, and if it is old it will be so full of pin hole leaks from dissolving the calcium deposits that held it together water tight it will be useless for ever more.

I have a stock 2g smic in good shape I removed from my car when I installed my Supra Mk4 IC. Lemme know if you need it and we can work out an arrangement.

 

[biowolf]

so my smic is a goner any help would be great let me know how much for the sm. What you said makes sense when i drive i cant feel the turbo kicking in at all its sad

 

[deek00]

so my smic is a goner any help would be great let me know how much for the sm. What you said makes sense when i drive i cant feel the turbo kicking in at all its sad

the rats nest that was inside was holding it together, just make sure the rats that are spinning the turbo stay in there, those little bastards are frisky.

 

[H@xtGSX]

so my smic is a goner any help would be great let me know how much for the sm. What you said makes sense when i drive i cant feel the turbo kicking in at all its sad

I would suggest you boost leak test it first. Spray it down with a thick laundry detergent/water mix, pressurize it, and watch for bubbles I would feel guilty selling you this old smic if that weren't really the problem. I think that is what happened to your smic, but since I'm a 3 hour drive away, it isn't simple for me to come see for myself.

Option #2 is fill it with water with the bottom plugged and look for leaks.

 

[biowolf]

Ill plug the bottom and check for leaks tomorrow. I had a bad feeling about cleaning the smic but it was the only 'free mod' i hadn't done since i got the car.

Ill plug the bottom and check for leaks tomorrow. I had a bad feeling about cleaning the smic but it was the only 'free mod' i hadn't done since i got the car. I just really need to get a fmic and a 14b soon :/

I forgot to mention I put premium gas at some gas station in the middle of nowhere and now my engine sounds like a dam diesel engine at idle :O

 

[deek00]

I forgot to mention I put premium gas at some gas station in the middle of nowhere and now my engine sounds like a dam diesel engine at idle :O

that could be it as well, I've heard of the guy refueling the tanks and putting 87 in the premium and people blowing motors from it. If you have a logger you could check knock etc.

 

[biowolf]

oh that's nice of him to put 87! what an a##! I'm going to go buy some octane booster to get rid of the knock for now. I really need a dsm expert to look at my car

 

[deek00]

oh that's nice of him to put 87! what an a##! I'm going to go buy some octane booster to get rid of the knock for now. I really need a dsm expert to look at my car

at partial throttle does it sound pingy? Then more throttle starts to clear up? If so it's crappy fuel , so are u getting knock? And how much?

 

[biowolf]

well as the throttle opens the sound clears up its when its idling it sounds bad like a muffled diesel no lie.

Woo took it all off again then put it on with twice as many t clamps... went to autozone bought some octane booster and voila runs like a champ and no more ping/detonation did two launches to make sure nothing blows off and its all good thanks for the help also deek00 i dont have a datalogger so i cant see how much I'm knocking

 

[b3n_91]

I got a smic in my garage if you still need one