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[mkoebra95]

I went back and put a "*" for the posts that didn't add to the Q&A of this thread.  Don't be offended if something you posted got cut.  I think I have the second most *'s next to Linkmustang.  My 2nd grade teacher would be proud...

Anyway, from this point on, just post a questions and or an answers please.

[Beagle]

* (sorry, missed the FAQ)

[linkmustang]

Q   will a stock maf unit with a sample tube work for 42 if the sample is for 42

[bleeatch]

not sure if this is what you're asking for, but with C&L MAF sensors, they use the stock electronics and have different size sample tubes to calibrate it with injector size. so a C&L with a 42LB sample tube will use the electronics from a stock MAF sensor and work with 42LB injectors.

[SlowVO]

for the svo people on here, the when the turbo blows off, it reuses that air and thats why its not loud right?  What BOV can i replace that with so i can scare the ricers????/

[ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ!]

Originally posted by SlowVO
What BOV can i replace that with so i can scare the ricers????/

short answer.....you can't.

Why? Anytime you release air that has been metered (it went through the MAF or vane) you dump a lot of fuel into the engine and no air.

You would be scaring them with your big cloud of black fuel smoke, then they would laugh at you as your engine coughs and misses.

You could do what I do - - - run a carburetor!!!

I have a dual horn RFL (knock-off) and it is REALLY F'n LOUD!!  It sounds like a tire exploding when I let off.  It almost hurts my ears. (It is so cool....  )

[SlowVO]

another quick question for the svo owners.  As you all know my 86 svo has a switch  has a premium and regular switch that allows how much boost you have.  When its on premium i am running 15 psi while on regular it only runs 10-11.  I was wondering if while having premium gas, i can switch the switch to regular?  And if so can i keep it on for a long period of time? what will it effect since i am running premium fuel?

[ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ!]

You would be best to go to http://www.turboford.org and ask the guys there.....it is 4 -cyl's only

[mkoebra95]

Originally posted by SlowVO
another quick question for the svo owners.  As you all know my 86 svo has a switch  has a premium and regular switch that allows how much boost you have.  When its on premium i am running 15 psi while on regular it only runs 10-11.  I was wondering if while having premium gas, i can switch the switch to regular?  And if so can i keep it on for a long period of time? what will it effect since i am running premium fuel?

Premium gas means that it will resist detonation better.  Running higher boost with regular gas would potentially be bad.  Running lower boost with higher octane "premium" fuel would have no detrimental affect on your engine longivity.  It may mess with fuel economy and to some extent (very minor) power loss.  By power loss, I mean specifically comparing 87 octane to 91+ keeping the boost the same at 10psi.  Does the switch do anything to timing or fuel in the EEC?

BTW, you would probably get a better answer at turboford.org like Linc's84351 said.

[SlowVO]

it wont let me register

[96mustang460cid]

I think that a very important aspect of 'DIY turbo' kits has not been touched in this thread. Reading through this thread, I have seen people ask questions about his or her individual requirements for X, Y, and/or Z.

DO A LITTLE RESEARCH for yourself!!!!

I'm not saying that I haven't been guilty of this in the past also, but it amazes me. If you can't figure out which fittings you need to plumb your oil feed lines...maybe you should consider buying a 'bolt on' kit.

I'm not trying to be a hardass here.

Basically, doing a DIY kit will take you time, ingenuity, resourcefulness, etc. You WILL have to figure some stuff out on your own or with the help of friends. Every single detail for YOUR build will not be found on the internet...no matter how much searching you do.

Don't forget about your local guys either. I've found that hydraulic shops, industrial supply shops, machine shops, etc can help you with a lot of the questions that pop up on here. They can also help you save quite a bit of money over the aftermarket suppliers and, sometimes, E-bay .

If you're not enjoying yourself, overall, find something else to do. A hobby is meant to be enjoyed. While it's not ALWAYS fun, I hope you don't dread going out ot the garage to work on your current project.

Have a good day!
Michael

PS I thought this was befitting of this thread. If not, I'm sure I'll find a * in place of all this darn'd typing .

[87vert]

If you're not enjoying yourself, overall, find something else to do. A hobby is meant to be enjoyed. While it's not ALWAYS fun, I hope you don't dread going out ot the garage to work on your current project.

This is actually a biggie, i see alot of friends start building something then get stuck and end up giving it away for practicaly nothing, anytime i start to dread working on the car i stop and watch some videos of other cars here and that gets me pumped back up and i head back to work

[FastFordsForever]

This is one of the most informing posts on a forum I have ever seen. I am new to turbo's, but this looks like a perfect place to help me learn about them.

Bill

[Blown4v]

I really enjoyed it as well. I still have some unanswered questions about piecing together a kit, but I will continue to read archives and search for a while.

[95stang5pt0]

OK, so i read through this whole thing and found it very useful, But i did notice it was missing something.  Once you weld up your JY turbo system and have it ready to go.  What are some things you have to do with you timing/ vacum lines, such as the pcv valve or anything else im not aware of?

-Mike

[NY11SecGT]

im to lazy to do it my self..

[Z06killr]

Awesome Info

[Katmandu]

 Great post! Made my brain hurt!!

 Or did THIS make my brain hurt ? 

[joutlaw50]

Thanks guys for putting this together...lots of great info for guys in the planning stages

[Vette~eater]

+1 Great Information

[denmah]

Sticky the crap out of this.

i agree, blow out the old stickies, this is the new hottness

[chimmechurie]

great info i shouldve read this before i posted now i know my 2 turbos will reach my goals!!!

[stangboy86]

awesome!!! thank you very much!!!

[gto65lvr]

have you found any JY turbos out there that would work well on a Big cube 500" motor for a twin app? 

Me a noob but not to mechanics learning the turbo thing and how the sizes affect even though it is still just a bit of a crap shoot for seeing what willl work better than the other. 

[BOOSTED89GT]

This thread has really helped me on choosing the best setup for my car. The car is an 89 mustang Gt thats still in the build up phase for now but hopfully will be goin by this comin spring..