THE 2002 Turbo build thread

[SA E30]

Ah, ok awesome.

I'm thinking of pulling a feed from my oil filter sandwich plate. I see the oil pan on th 02 is also different to the e30 one. I kinda have small wings coming out of the sides of mine.

[fiftytakedowns]

So, After my new Manifold came in, and absolutely no shops in Davis could do the install, I decided to beast mode it in the sun without the correct tools for the job, or a lift. But hesitate not! I think I got lucky.

The main problem that prevented me intially from doing the job myself is the exhaust system is one piece. I figured that It would be nearly impossible to move the downpipe in order to move the manifold. But after an hour of wiggling and moving, and forcing the damn thing to adjust I managed to get enough room to loosen the bolts and remove the broken manifold for the new one.


Just A lil Six pack for me and my buddy to combat the Summer sun.





THE shop; It's a fancy spot, with great tools. Shade tree mechanic quite literally.


John literally lent me only a hand.



Removing exhaust manifold bolts






Finally got the Downpipe out of the way, so I can adjust the turbo




GOODby manifold, goodbye turbo...



I guess I was runnin a lil Rich.





Downpipe and exhaust out.



In the AIIIIRRR[/img]

It was a little frustrating, because the car wasnt starting for some odd reason after a backfire, when It was starting up on a jiffy this morning, and for the months prior. Ill have to do some troubleshooting later, when it is back together. the computer wasnt much help, It was saying I was getting fuel and spark.... GRRR....

[fiftytakedowns]

Decided to clean up some of the engine bay metal pieces that are just sitting around. gott the soap nddd water...

Got the 666 Manifold in.... It actually looks like it is designed for this car....



NOt sure what to use the two little screw in ports on the side of the manifold for however. Maybe EGT sensors?

Here The External WAstegate is in place. I will be getting an atmospheric dump pretty soon from the exhaust shop. I will also Brace in this wastegate so that it wont be prone to breaking.



Now The turbo is in place, and I redid the Intercooler piping. Much cleaner, and much simpler. LEss distance for the air to move as well..

[CHIF8008]

i love this build. good progress!

[fiftytakedowns]

Thanks,

Right now I am kinda stuck. The downpipe doesnt fit in the bay correctly, and I can't really drive her to a shop like this right now, so I am trying to figure something out.

[stinkydriverx]

take your current downpipe to an exhaust shop. Mkke a template of what you need now. I find wire to work well for exhaust templates because it is easy to bend. have them weld something up according to your template. Not too many options, other than towing it to someplace.

[fiftytakedowns]

take your current downpipe to an exhaust shop. Mkke a template of what you need now. I find wire to work well for exhaust templates because it is easy to bend. have them weld something up according to your template. Not too many options, other than towing it to someplace.

Wow, Thanks!

Thats a good Idea

[fiftytakedowns]

Time to get back to work, I need a Downpipe made. so I can ****ing finally drive this car around without Dying of CO poisoning, or Blown ears



MAking a template like a boss!

Gotta have them snickers to keep ya going


Just tideous cutting and Measuring the entire time.






I got the template made, but now I have to get my existing downpipe modified. All the exhaust shops in davis are too busy to help me, so I am stuck for a couple of Days, and I have a goal of finishing her by next week. If anyone has advice, or anything along those lines, like can lend a hand, that would be epic.

[fiftytakedowns]

SO I will be getting my exhuast done this week, and my titanium exhaust wrap should come by the end of the week as well. so that will get me to be 100% ready for the road, and getting Ready to Tune for my San Diego Road Trip Which is my Goal. I will be leaving on July 3rd to roll down there. Fucking exciting.


HEre Is the Atmospheric Dump pipe DIY from the wastegate YEAaaaa buddy!



Just a Little aquired PArts lot waiting to go on the car until I build up the rest of the suspension.


I remember talking about leather shift boots, Well here is the first one. THE PROTOTYPE


Another Look At IT


Interior shot before I go black interior.

[Dj Buttchug]

what mm is that wheel?

[fiftytakedowns]

370 I think

[fiftytakedowns]

Attempting to clock this mother fucking turbo This is THe HOLSET now, I am removing the T04E

New best friends



Sorry you have been replaced.


Took me about 2 hours to finally clock the turbo exhaust housing into the correct orientation. After letting hte mother sit in the oven for like 60 Minutes. If It wasnt for charlie it would have taken me quite longer, he walked me through it

Started test fitting it. It fits in there, ITs a squieeze and I might have to jimmy the piping, but the wastegate valve is going to have to be welded shut, which can be done by some dudes at the university. also you can see the wastegate linkage is in the way, so that will be removed as well.