Going Forced Induction PETT build
08-24-2008 | 09:13 AM
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Going Forced Induction PETT build
Hey guys, I thought i'd post up pics and updates as I do my PE TT kit install.... I wasn't expecting to do this so soon, but after riding around in the FI Z's I couldn't help myself ( Its very addicting ). As of right now I have everything ( I think 
) except my utec and the time to install it. So while I get those last two things check out my build list and see if I'm missing something. Thanks and check back for updates!!!
Before...:
where she sleeps at night.....
the inside:
the outside:
Hopefully this will have an intercooler in it soon!!
and the kit.....
The build list:
-PE TT kit w/ SS headers ( I know I know, but my welder is re-inforcing the welds and trying to rig up a bracket.... we'll see how that goes)
-RC550 injectors w/ pnp clips
-AAM Fuel return basic
-Walbro 255lph pump
-AAM 3" true dual exhaust
-APS 3.5" Test Pipes
-AAM plenum spacer
-HKS SSQV BOV
-HKS EVC 6
-HKS Turbo Timer Type 0
-Turbo XS Utec ( will be here soon )
-NGK Iriduim One step colder plugs
-AEM UEGO A/F gauge
-Autometer boost gauge.
That about wraps it up..... if you guys can thinkg of anything else please let me know
Getting a lot of help from JTGLI and mad props go out to him for all of his help already
) except my utec and the time to install it. So while I get those last two things check out my build list and see if I'm missing something. Thanks and check back for updates!!!Before...:
where she sleeps at night.....
the inside:
the outside:
Hopefully this will have an intercooler in it soon!!
and the kit.....
The build list:
-PE TT kit w/ SS headers ( I know I know, but my welder is re-inforcing the welds and trying to rig up a bracket.... we'll see how that goes)
-RC550 injectors w/ pnp clips
-AAM Fuel return basic
-Walbro 255lph pump
-AAM 3" true dual exhaust
-APS 3.5" Test Pipes
-AAM plenum spacer
-HKS SSQV BOV
-HKS EVC 6
-HKS Turbo Timer Type 0
-Turbo XS Utec ( will be here soon )
-NGK Iriduim One step colder plugs
-AEM UEGO A/F gauge
-Autometer boost gauge.
That about wraps it up..... if you guys can thinkg of anything else please let me know
Getting a lot of help from JTGLI and mad props go out to him for all of his help already
Last edited by Blck350z; 04-23-2009 at 08:01 PM.
08-24-2008 | 02:53 PM
#5
get a better radiator than KOYO. its worth the extra $ for the PE one.. which is basically a ARC radiator rebadged, and 400 bucks cheaper
you dont need the plenum spacer if ur going turbo, but hey, its your decision.
if you're gonna be doing some track work. i highly suggest an oil cooler.
but overall. welcome to the PEtt club
... and start saving up for the cast manifolds while you're at it.. just a matter of time..
you dont need the plenum spacer if ur going turbo, but hey, its your decision.
if you're gonna be doing some track work. i highly suggest an oil cooler.
but overall. welcome to the PEtt club
... and start saving up for the cast manifolds while you're at it.. just a matter of time..
08-25-2008 | 02:29 PM
#6
Originally Posted by Blck350z
More than likely Dave at Function will tune it.
"weslutes" whats the advantage to water cooling it???? j/w i may be interested.
Thanks guys
"weslutes" whats the advantage to water cooling it???? j/w i may be interested.
Thanks guys
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08-26-2008 | 03:37 PM
#13
oh wait. i just saw the picts.
the intercooler the way it is.. i think you have a G35 pett kit. not the one for the Z... the intercooler inlet is on the bottom, which the outlet is on top. to gothru the radiator support frame.
like this:
the intercooler the way it is.. i think you have a G35 pett kit. not the one for the Z... the intercooler inlet is on the bottom, which the outlet is on top. to gothru the radiator support frame.
like this:
08-26-2008 | 08:05 PM
#18
Originally Posted by Chebosto
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i reinforced my SS manifold with extra welds and did a heat treatment, and both sides cracked.. sigh.
as far as the cast cracking? wow. really? who's?
i reinforced my SS manifold with extra welds and did a heat treatment, and both sides cracked.. sigh.
as far as the cast cracking? wow. really? who's?
08-26-2008 | 08:16 PM
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Ha, had to do a double take on the location when I saw the Bob 94.9 banner in the background of one of the pics.
We'll have to get all the boosted G35/350Z together when I get home, seems there are quite a few in the area now.
We'll have to get all the boosted G35/350Z together when I get home, seems there are quite a few in the area now.
08-26-2008 | 08:46 PM
#20
Yep, I've seen the PE casted manifolds crack too. So nothings for sure.
I could only guess that the weight of the exhaust did the damage at high temps. The twisting of the motor during acceleration probably added to the stress on the manifolds.
I have the AAM TP also & they don't have mounting brackets. You may want to look into having something installed for support. Maybe an engine torque damper or solid motor mounts. Maybe even some flex pipe after the TP's.
Water cooling lowers temps & helps prolong the life of the turbo.
Oil cooler is a good idea too. I got the Stillen, pricey but easy install. Even if you choose a different location.
I could only guess that the weight of the exhaust did the damage at high temps. The twisting of the motor during acceleration probably added to the stress on the manifolds.
I have the AAM TP also & they don't have mounting brackets. You may want to look into having something installed for support. Maybe an engine torque damper or solid motor mounts. Maybe even some flex pipe after the TP's.
Water cooling lowers temps & helps prolong the life of the turbo.
Oil cooler is a good idea too. I got the Stillen, pricey but easy install. Even if you choose a different location.