Originally Posted by Ron Exc results, nice and smooth. But I wouldn't call that 9psi. It's more like 10... It does drop in the top end and that's where our
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The kit will come with all springs for the wastegates. So, the end user can select whatever combination they wish, to run whatever boost level they desire. The boost controller will ensure that the boost does not fall off a bit at the upper rpm range. Quote:
....really, so people can't make a joke anymore? If one finds that offensive then I feel sorry for you. Last edited by Boosted Performance; 06-25-2012 at 04:50 PM. |
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As the exhaust back pressure increases (with RPM's) the plunger at the bottom of the waste gate is exposed to it. This works with the spring and opens the plunger/waste gate more as RPM's rise. The spring in the waste gate also gets hotter as exhaust temperatures rise, increasing spring elasticity, making it easier to compress.
This is why we have the boost controllers. As the timing was increased the drop in boost increased a bit as well. This is just the nature of a turbo system. The boost controller also helps in spooling the turbo a bit faster. You will find that most cars out there with a turbo system do have a boost controller of some sort. Last edited by Boosted Performance; 06-25-2012 at 09:43 PM. |
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It's not that you were saying one kit was inferior, it was the statement about AT drivers being more interested in baking rather than turbo's... Whether or not you meant to insult them, like it was said, it's the internet, perception is reality. If someone perceives you insulted them, the damage is already done..
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Wow, a lot of sensitive people out there...
I saw this build in action at different points and then again at the dyno. The smooth spool, solid power and a real good tune made this the kit for a lot of garage mechanics to self install and reliably create gobs of power that won't blow your bankroll, or engine. Awesome work to all the innovators out there and special "hats off" to James and Sasha for enduring all the trials and tribulations of bringing something totally unique to our community! I highly recommend this kit to any DIY'er with a basic toolbox and a free weekend... just my
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Well, I don't think it is fair to compare it to the supercharger kits, so that is off the list right off the bat. The torque with the supercharger kits usually stays lower, and the area under the curve is also lower on average. The "other" single turbo kit is just too far from the engine, spool is also slower as a result, and as a result power is limited. TT kits are great, and do provide ample of potential for a stock or built block. This has been proven and there is no arguing that. The advantage of this kit over that is that it is very easy to install and take half the time (cost). It is also easy to maintain because all parts are easily accessible. I changed the turbine housing on this kit couple of days ago to a larger one (to allow for better flow) and even with the hot exhaust it took only about an hour. With things cold, it would be about half that. This for example is the only thing one would have to upgrade if one is to build the engine and go for more power. Wastegates are also easy to get to and the springs can be changed without ever removing them from the car. The kit also comes with an oil cooler, larger than competition standard injectors (750cc vs 600cc), and larger than competition fuel pump (340lph vs. 255lph) Disadvantages....at this point a customer can only use the F.I exhaust because this is what the down pipe was built to work with. In time others will come available. The kit does not fit the a/t transmission car. Other than that, I can't think of anything else. Some may consider the removal of the crash bar a disadvantage as well. The FMIC weighs more than the crash bar, so it is a substantial amount of aluminium there. I should also mention that you don't have to remove the washer fluid reservoir, there is nothing to drill, nothing to tap. It really is a true bolt on kit. Quote:
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To the rest...thank you for the support. I am looking forward to working with a lot of you on a kit taliored to your needs. Should have a lot of happy customers once these start moving out the door. Last edited by Boosted Performance; 06-25-2012 at 08:07 PM. |
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Sasha, thank you for bringing a well put together, somewhat of an easy install, single turbo option to the 370Z community. Had your kit been around a year ago, I would still own my 370Z.
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I also want to point out that people should not be scared of purchasing this kit without owning an FI exhaust. Any exhaust shop can fab something from any exhaust to the kit's 3" downpipe for $50-200.
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