A few random questions about a DIY turbo setup
12-06-2009, 09:20 AM
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A few random questions about a DIY turbo setup title says it all, so here goes:
1. where to get the high pressure oil thing that bolts on just above the oil filter?
2. post up where you DIY guys got all your cold side intake tubing and bends
3. What size hot side pipes and how much does the size actually matter?
4. This is a newb question and im pretty sure i can do it but i havent seen anybody post up details on how, How do you clock the hot and cold sides of the turbo housings to change the directions of intake out and exhaust in?
5. this is for the Truck manifold guys, What exhaust manifold gaskets are you running?
6. is there supposed to be a gasket in between the two flanges of a V band clamp?
7. where to get the flange that bolts to the bottom of the turbo center section for the oil drain?
8. What is the part and part number for FI the MAP sensor that plumbs into the stock location?
please referance your answers to the question #, thanks guys!
ps im also thinkin to use this thread to compile a lot of the info that are FAQ's and possibly start a stickie on it later so i might keep asking more and more questions.
1. where to get the high pressure oil thing that bolts on just above the oil filter?
2. post up where you DIY guys got all your cold side intake tubing and bends
3. What size hot side pipes and how much does the size actually matter?
4. This is a newb question and im pretty sure i can do it but i havent seen anybody post up details on how, How do you clock the hot and cold sides of the turbo housings to change the directions of intake out and exhaust in?
5. this is for the Truck manifold guys, What exhaust manifold gaskets are you running?
6. is there supposed to be a gasket in between the two flanges of a V band clamp?
7. where to get the flange that bolts to the bottom of the turbo center section for the oil drain?
8. What is the part and part number for FI the MAP sensor that plumbs into the stock location?
please referance your answers to the question #, thanks guys!
ps im also thinkin to use this thread to compile a lot of the info that are FAQ's and possibly start a stickie on it later so i might keep asking more and more questions.
12-06-2009, 09:26 AM
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title says it all, so here goes:
1. where to get the high pressure oil thing that bolts on just above the oil filter?
2. post up where you DIY guys got all your cold side intake tubing and bends
3. What size hot side pipes and how much does the size actually matter?
4. This is a newb question and im pretty sure i can do it but i havent seen anybody post up details on how, How do you clock the hot and cold sides of the turbo housings to change the directions of intake out and exhaust in?
5. this is for the Truck manifold guys, What exhaust manifold gaskets are you running?
6. is there supposed to be a gasket in between the two flanges of a V band clamp?
7. where to get the flange that bolts to the bottom of the turbo center section for the oil drain?
8. What is the part and part number for FI the MAP sensor that plumbs into the stock location?
please referance your answers to the question #, thanks guys!
ps im also thinkin to use this thread to compile a lot of the info that are FAQ's and possibly start a stickie on it later so i might keep asking more and more questions.
1. where to get the high pressure oil thing that bolts on just above the oil filter?
2. post up where you DIY guys got all your cold side intake tubing and bends
3. What size hot side pipes and how much does the size actually matter?
4. This is a newb question and im pretty sure i can do it but i havent seen anybody post up details on how, How do you clock the hot and cold sides of the turbo housings to change the directions of intake out and exhaust in?
5. this is for the Truck manifold guys, What exhaust manifold gaskets are you running?
6. is there supposed to be a gasket in between the two flanges of a V band clamp?
7. where to get the flange that bolts to the bottom of the turbo center section for the oil drain?
8. What is the part and part number for FI the MAP sensor that plumbs into the stock location?
please referance your answers to the question #, thanks guys!
ps im also thinkin to use this thread to compile a lot of the info that are FAQ's and possibly start a stickie on it later so i might keep asking more and more questions.
#5 - Just use the stock ones. I believe that is what is on mine.......its been a while
#7 - You will either have to make it yourself or get ahold of the turbo manufacture.
#8 - Go to Autozone or Advance and ask for an 06' Cobalt SS MAP. You will have to cut the tab off of one side but it breaks off easily.
Just a note, make sure you use steal AN fittings for the ones that connect directly to the turbo. There is a lot of heat there.
12-06-2009, 01:41 PM
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Q's 2,3,4,and 6 need answers, Thanks Speeds.
these cars have been out this dang long and nobody has bothered to make a new one of the things to get high pressure oil out of thats already drilled and tapped? crazy..... I knew mine was there already but i though for sure somebody makes one
these cars have been out this dang long and nobody has bothered to make a new one of the things to get high pressure oil out of thats already drilled and tapped? crazy..... I knew mine was there already but i though for sure somebody makes one
12-06-2009, 01:56 PM
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#1 Drilling and tapping your stock fitting is the best way. Corvettes have the piece already tapped for a oil temp sensor.
#2 I get all piping here.
#3 2.5 inch crossover is all that is needed. It will support over 1000hp.
#4 The turbos i have done just have v bands holding the housings on. Just loosen the v bands and position the housings to suite you needs.
#5 Stock gm gaskets.
#6 I have not used any v bands with gaskets on the hotside. For the cold side if you use vbands then they need to have be the o ring type.
#7 Turbo manufacture or there are some other companies that sell them.
#8 Heres the gm part number for the 2 bar map 12615136
#2 I get all piping here.
#3 2.5 inch crossover is all that is needed. It will support over 1000hp.
#4 The turbos i have done just have v bands holding the housings on. Just loosen the v bands and position the housings to suite you needs.
#5 Stock gm gaskets.
#6 I have not used any v bands with gaskets on the hotside. For the cold side if you use vbands then they need to have be the o ring type.
#7 Turbo manufacture or there are some other companies that sell them.
#8 Heres the gm part number for the 2 bar map 12615136
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12-06-2009, 02:19 PM
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title says it all, so here goes:
1. where to get the high pressure oil thing that bolts on just above the oil filter?
2. post up where you DIY guys got all your cold side intake tubing and bends
3. What size hot side pipes and how much does the size actually matter?
4. This is a newb question and im pretty sure i can do it but i havent seen anybody post up details on how, How do you clock the hot and cold sides of the turbo housings to change the directions of intake out and exhaust in?
5. this is for the Truck manifold guys, What exhaust manifold gaskets are you running?
6. is there supposed to be a gasket in between the two flanges of a V band clamp?
7. where to get the flange that bolts to the bottom of the turbo center section for the oil drain?
8. What is the part and part number for FI the MAP sensor that plumbs into the stock location?
please referance your answers to the question #, thanks guys!
ps im also thinkin to use this thread to compile a lot of the info that are FAQ's and possibly start a stickie on it later so i might keep asking more and more questions.
1. where to get the high pressure oil thing that bolts on just above the oil filter?
2. post up where you DIY guys got all your cold side intake tubing and bends
3. What size hot side pipes and how much does the size actually matter?
4. This is a newb question and im pretty sure i can do it but i havent seen anybody post up details on how, How do you clock the hot and cold sides of the turbo housings to change the directions of intake out and exhaust in?
5. this is for the Truck manifold guys, What exhaust manifold gaskets are you running?
6. is there supposed to be a gasket in between the two flanges of a V band clamp?
7. where to get the flange that bolts to the bottom of the turbo center section for the oil drain?
8. What is the part and part number for FI the MAP sensor that plumbs into the stock location?
please referance your answers to the question #, thanks guys!
ps im also thinkin to use this thread to compile a lot of the info that are FAQ's and possibly start a stickie on it later so i might keep asking more and more questions.
12-06-2009, 03:06 PM
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ive always used mild steel for the hotparts plumbing with wrap. even used steel shorty headers before. 2.5 exhaust tube is cheep and holds up well with correct welds. prefer to use vband flanges when possible.
use alum for cold parts, my uncle owns diesel shop and has tool to roll beads in alum and steel pipe. so i use that for all cold side.with silicone couplers and tbolt clamps.
use alum for cold parts, my uncle owns diesel shop and has tool to roll beads in alum and steel pipe. so i use that for all cold side.with silicone couplers and tbolt clamps.
12-06-2009, 05:49 PM
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Would you really buy one for who knows how much, if you knew you could drill one hole and tap it? Most people wouldn't waste their money. If you cant do that yourself, you probably don't have any place building a turbo car...(not saying you directly, but anyone who HAD to buy it)
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Would you really buy one for who knows how much, if you knew you could drill one hole and tap it? Most people wouldn't waste their money. If you cant do that yourself, you probably don't have any place building a turbo car...(not saying you directly, but anyone who HAD to buy it)
12-06-2009, 10:29 PM
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I buy alot of my Couplers, Clamps, and Piping from Extremepsi.com. Vibrant uses nice quality aluminum that doesnt bend using a t bolt clamp like the cheaper stuff. ATPturbo.com is another place that sells everything turbo related.
12-07-2009, 07:30 AM
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Would you really buy one for who knows how much, if you knew you could drill one hole and tap it? Most people wouldn't waste their money. If you cant do that yourself, you probably don't have any place building a turbo car...(not saying you directly, but anyone who HAD to buy it)
that being said, yes you do make a damn good point
