Forced Induction turbo thread

turbo thread

ok i wana go turbo, but b4 i do got some q's my cars is an auto has 53,000 miles on it,its a '00 ve vvti, now my question is can i get this done and be able to drive and maintain my car without being a mechanic? the actual turbo fabrication and install would be done by a shop ofcourse but later on am i gone be swarmed by shit thats gona be impossible to fix? i realize a little more care would have to go into the maintenance but is it ridiculous? am i gona be able to keep this a car a worthy daily driver if i do this?

Change the oil every 2.5k, run 93 octane, and you should be fine.

A tranny cooler would probably be a good idea as well.

93, isnt the highest level for premium gas like 91

if somethin goes wrong. its always messin with FI, but i've heard turbos require less maintenance than SC.

I guess use 91, then..

I'm almost positive that we have 93 at some stations here, and at least one has racing fuel..

i think the highest here in cape coral is 91, well all that outta the way nething specifically i should watch out for? if attempting to do this and surive?

well. keep your boost around 7 psi w/o forged internals in my opinion. Even though you don't really need to with the newer systems. I think its better safe than sorry to let your turbos run for a min or 2 before turning off your engine. Other than that. Just let your engine get used to the new load b4 you really open it up.

Turbo timers are good too.

We have 93 octane here.

Like mentioned, turbocharged engines can certainly be reliable. A couple things too make sure you do:

Change oil often
Keep the boost low
Run the engine for a minute when shutting off or use a turbo timer
Have it tuned with a piggyback computer, no FMU jerry-rigging
Have it tuned by someone who knows what they're doing
Have the system intercooled
Use high quality parts.

Let us know how it goes.

thanks tweak ur always a knowledgeable source, now for the other crap, how much cash am i gona hav 2 spend, and how much time is this gona take on average of course

You're talking from a typical shop?

It will probably cost around $2500-$3000, and take... hmmm I have no idea actually. A week or two?

where else besides a typical shop can i get this done?

$3-4000 seems to be the going 'reasonable' rate..but I was quoted $8000 from a local rip-off artist here.

8000 WTF, they better swap in a supra motor for that price

$8000???

Well, you can do it yourself, or you can find someone like me who will do it and not charge you as much, but it will probably take longer.

is there an association for people like you?, how do i find one of u guys?

, i think youre the only one tweak--most people are greedy they just want the cash they care nothing about helping out someone who might not have alot of money, i realize its alot of work but 8 grand, my god

Only other person that comes to mind is a buddy in Washington state that does the same kind of thing as me... this stuff but mostly on the side and for a cheap rate.

Basically you just need to find someone that has lots of swap experience from things that he's done for himself, and is willing to work on your car on his days off for a fair price.

wut different kinda shops can do this for me anyway

um...... that's backwards..... turbo's require more work and maintenance than an s/c car..... s/c's are considered bolt on upgrades (to an extent)....

when i was planning on the ghetto turbo setup on the old mr2 i had (another one) i was expecting to spend only around $500 including manifold, turbo, intercooler, and piping.....

Typical speed/performance shops. There's one that I know of in Florida, BYP, they do lots of Toyota swaps, I've heard that he's pretty good. No idea on his rates though.

where in fl ?

No idea lol

http://www.back-yard-productions.com/ I think is his website...

thats quite a possibilty as i have 4500 dollars i acquired, if i do get it done, just come to the cape, i wouldnt mind at all

ok the shop tweak recommended was in miami, im gona give them a call one of these days, its a 2 hour drive or so but if they have the pricing ill do what i have to, ill check local venues also

If you do go to see Trevor, make sure you tell him Dr Tweak from Phoenix Tuning sent you. Gotta get my respect.

allright his names trevor, should i ask 4 him directly and tell him u sent me? maybe heel take care of me better if i do lol

Don't know, maybe he'll charge you more!

LOL

ok so u guys agree it would be a smart investment for a daily driven car with low mileage?

As an investment, it's the worst idea I've ever heard.

If you want some more power, it's a very good option.