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by kev8611
Thu Apr 30, 2015 11:19 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Which wideband afr gauge?
Replies: 15
Views: 1327

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Which wideband afr gauge?

Yeah 11.5 would be borderline lean.

I use innovate because it has aux outputs so i can plug it in my datalogit.

Its not needed calibrated yet but if it does then its hardly rocket science
by kev8611
Wed Apr 29, 2015 10:20 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Which wideband afr gauge?
Replies: 15
Views: 1327

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Which wideband afr gauge?

I run innovate. Its good
by kev8611
Tue Apr 28, 2015 12:22 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Knocking noise from wheels/transmission
Replies: 5
Views: 601

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Knocking noise from wheels/transmission

Found it

Its the bit that comes out the box that the shaft bolts to with the 6 bolts. Its got a bit play in it. Box rebuild i think
by kev8611
Mon Apr 27, 2015 8:11 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Knocking noise from wheels/transmission
Replies: 5
Views: 601

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Knocking noise from wheels/transmission

Pretty confident the noise is the near side rear wheel bearing although they temd to make a constant grumbling noise and not a knocking/grumbling noise.... unless mr2's are different from other cars. It seems to be very loud at 40mph. Going round right hand bends its there but go round a left hand b...
by kev8611
Thu Apr 23, 2015 7:09 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Knocking noise from wheels/transmission
Replies: 5
Views: 601

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Knocking noise from wheels/transmission

Not sure if you mean the inner cv's or not shep i know they are weak at that power might be them aswell mind you. But i mean the support thing that bolts to the block down near the alternator. The solid shaft comes out the diff casing and is attached to it.

There is some play on the solid shaft
by kev8611
Thu Apr 23, 2015 4:49 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Knocking noise from wheels/transmission
Replies: 5
Views: 601

[Mk2] [Turbo] Knocking noise from wheels/transmission

My car has developed a knocking noise. Almost the same noise as a loose wheel would make and it is a repeated noise so something to do with rotation (its not a loose wheel btw), it starts around 30 mph and seems to be louder when im slowing down and not on the throttle. Have checked all the wheels f...
by kev8611
Sat Apr 11, 2015 10:05 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Driveshaft bolts falling out
Replies: 10
Views: 801

Re: Driveshaft bolts falling out

Use something like gunk to get the worst off then spray some isopropyl in there, brake cleaner or something
by kev8611
Sat Apr 11, 2015 9:00 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Driveshaft bolts falling out
Replies: 10
Views: 801

Re: Driveshaft bolts falling out

Make sure they are clean from cv grease etc and just put them in tight. Go back to them after a week or so and just nip them up again if needed
by kev8611
Thu Apr 09, 2015 9:11 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Im new to this and need advice
Replies: 78
Views: 4776

Re: Im new to this and need advice

yeah the hks evc is a boost controller, a very good one at that!

As Jim said, get an MLS headgasket in there with some ARP studs.
by kev8611
Thu Apr 09, 2015 4:35 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Im new to this and need advice
Replies: 78
Views: 4776

Re: Im new to this and need advice

As the others have said. To get that sort of boost you need to spend big. I wouldnt take a standard ct turbo anywhere near that level.

You can achieve it with Garrett turbos etc but if your gonna buy a Garrett and run it at that pressure then you will need to spend big on supporting mods.
by kev8611
Wed Apr 08, 2015 11:20 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Rev 3 CT20b or Garrett GT28
Replies: 11
Views: 3158

Re: Rev 3 CT20b or Garrett GT28

If your not chasing power. A GT28 is a good turbo to go for. I think you get a 2860., 2871, 2876. You can possibly get a 3071 aswell so theres plenty to choose from but its not just a case of throwing on a turbo and all will be fine. You need to determine where you want boost to start and how much b...
by kev8611
Sun Apr 05, 2015 6:45 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Wobbly rear end!
Replies: 6
Views: 529

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Wobbly rear end!

Check the rear arms are securely mounted to the subframe and also the ball joints are all good at the other end.

Other than that. Just go over everything making sure its in and tightened properly. Two bolts that bolt shock to the hub aswell.
by kev8611
Fri Apr 03, 2015 1:27 am
Forum: Member Profiles
Topic: kev's beast from the far east
Replies: 63
Views: 8312

Re: kev's beast from the far east

Done a log in 3rd gear today. This is what I got in terms of A/F ratio, IMO the map is moving down to the bottom (high load) far too quickly. Running a little rich aswell. Highest knock reading was 35 at 6000rpm. There is nothing else above 20 anywhere else. Basic PIM Volt was 4722 which is obviousl...
by kev8611
Fri Apr 03, 2015 1:26 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Frozen boost "600bhp" chargecooler kit. Any good?
Replies: 52
Views: 4567

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Frozen boost "600bhp" chargecooler kit. Any good?

Hopefully the chargecooler fixes it as im putting it down to inlet temps and timing being pulled What do the logs say? You have a datalogit, so hook up FC edit and collect a log :thumleft: Done a log in 3rd gear today. This is what I got in terms of A/F ratio, IMO the map is moving down to the bott...
by kev8611
Wed Apr 01, 2015 4:36 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Accelerator cable problem?
Replies: 1
Views: 261

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Accelerator cable problem?

Replace it
by kev8611
Wed Apr 01, 2015 1:03 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Any MR2 Turbo Specialists in Scotland?
Replies: 95
Views: 7264

Re: Any MR2 Turbo Specialists in Scotland?

Well see I was chatting to Paul(Woodsports) today and he would expect it start aswell on those compression figures, plus my turbo would help alleviate some of my low compression. I'm def putting another engine in it but no point when there's something electrical stopping the one I've got. Don't wan...
by kev8611
Tue Mar 31, 2015 11:20 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Any MR2 Turbo Specialists in Scotland?
Replies: 95
Views: 7264

Re: Any MR2 Turbo Specialists in Scotland?

Is the CEL bulb one of the main 501's? Last owner had chavy blue bulbs which were so dark compared to standard white 501's, so I replaced the lot. No. Smaller, same as other dash indicator bulbs. Just change for a known good one like oil or alternator. CEL light was slightly loose. Papped it in. Br...
by kev8611
Tue Mar 31, 2015 12:28 am
Forum: Member Profiles
Topic: Budget Forged MK2 Turbo Project
Replies: 66
Views: 30454

Re: Budget Forged MK2 Turbo Project

Some great work you have going on with your motor there, Top marks for getting stuck in to it yourself too. I know exactly how you feel with it, so many times I was one step forward and two steps back. But by hanging in there and plugging away at it you will have one hell of a car come the end of it...
by kev8611
Thu Mar 26, 2015 9:27 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Rebuild
Replies: 11
Views: 896

Re: Rebuild

Tb d.evelopnents Kidderminster I'll be heading here for polybushing and health check soon, my dad (ex-mechanic) and his brother who is currently a mechanic have been to have a look around and it seems like a really decent place. Yeah top idea! Tim built my engine, made 465bhp! That was with a gt307...
by kev8611
Tue Mar 24, 2015 8:35 pm
Forum: Member Profiles
Topic: kev's beast from the far east
Replies: 63
Views: 8312

Re: kev's beast from the far east

Cheers man. Plenty more to go yet 8)

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