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09-22-2009, 05:58 PM
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TurboXS UTEC install
TurboXS with MAP sensor, software
Stock computer with bracket
Computer, bracket, with TurboXS attached
Where I cut the boot to run the MAP sensor
about to install in the dash
I hope this fitment is the same for everybody. It was so tight that I bent back some of the metal under the dash so it wouldnt scrape. The carpet against the firewall is so thick I had to shove it in and risk bending something
09-22-2009, 06:11 PM
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[/QUOTE]Not sure if I like the sag, but it looks way better than the open spot on the passenger side with no exhaust there[/QUOTE]
try bolting up into the crash bar i used three screws and it gave me a straight line as long as you dont mind drilling into your bumber
try bolting up into the crash bar i used three screws and it gave me a straight line as long as you dont mind drilling into your bumber
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09-22-2009, 06:35 PM
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Fuel Pump
Removing from factory location behind the seat
removing the bracket
This little thing is easy to lose
side by side of the stock (left) and the walbro 255 (right)
Trimmed the white tabs to make the longer fuel pump fit. I didnt have to modify the plastic bracket at all, it actually fit fairly snug
09-22-2009, 07:18 PM
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A/C Lines
Stock lines before, Drivers side
Stock lines before, below windshield
Another view below windshield
Lower AC line vs powerlabs (longer)
Upper line vs powerlab (top)
Upper line with powerlab ac line installed
Lower line from powerlab only seems to fit going under the sway bar. Glad I didnt remove it now, makes it easier to figure out.
top down view of new lines installed on compressor.
09-22-2009, 07:46 PM
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Injector and plug install
Removing the upper plenum (motordyne plenum previously installed)
the plenum spacer is the white border
lower plenum removed
Preparing to remove the injectors from the fuel rail and install the new ones
comparison pic, deatschwerks on bottom
since i was in there, I replaced the injectors with http://www.summitracing.com/parts/NGK-6619/ Heat Range 6, Not easy to come by.
Back 2 cylinders had oil in the plug tunnel. Seems to be a common issue, I havent seen any oil burning. Not planning on changing the valve gaskets yet, hope it lasts a bit longer
Torquing the lower back on, what a tedious chore. 40 INCH lbs, then 80, then 100.
finally back together again after another round of torquing. Have to make sure not to squeeze the oil grommet in between plenums. already made that mistake once
09-22-2009, 07:58 PM
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Oil Pan Spacer
Stock oil pan
Oil pan off
Before removing the sealant gunk
about as clean as I could get it
Installed the inside spacer before laying the sealant
I know its prob too much sealant, it was my first attempt. Hard to get a steady bead without a gun
Driver side view installed
Passenger side view installed
09-22-2009, 08:10 PM
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whew, thats about where I am at for the moment. Thanks for the comments it helps keep me motivated. Future posts will take a bit longer since I have some dental work to be done in the next few days. Also for whatever reason what takes one person 1 hour , it takes me 3. Its taken me weeks to get to this point.
09-23-2009, 08:15 AM
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whew, thats about where I am at for the moment. Thanks for the comments it helps keep me motivated. Future posts will take a bit longer since I have some dental work to be done in the next few days. Also for whatever reason what takes one person 1 hour , it takes me 3. Its taken me weeks to get to this point.
09-27-2009, 06:49 AM
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awsome! it makes me honestly miss the days of doing my vortech install. I hated some things about it, but it was fun.
i'm curious what the washer tank has to do with anything? is it for intercooler fitment?
i'm curious what the washer tank has to do with anything? is it for intercooler fitment?
09-27-2009, 08:45 AM
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^^You have to totally remove the windshield washer tank to fit the massive 3 inch intake piping that comes off the intercooler to the intake. And also the radiator overflow tank gets removed and replaced with a smaller one.
09-30-2009, 04:47 AM
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Yes, but I forgot to take pictures of it
or are you referring to the Swirl Jet mod?
I didnt drill out valve with a bit. The powerlab instructions dont mention it.
If I have fuel pressure probs I may have to go back and update it.
These instructions?
http://cj-motorsports.com/342install.htm