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Post 392028 by big shrek on 2011-07-04 20:56:13
right im new to turbo cars,picked up my 1st turbo car (c70 t5) on saturday and i love it,thing is i wouldnt mind more power not a **** load more as need the car reliable and im not made of money
my info on turbos is.........zilch so im gonna need some help
can i turn up the boost a little bit without having to do anything else or will it mess up the fueling?
if it needs remapping where do i go to get it done?-im in the midlands
im planning a uprated panel filter,cat back exhaust-maybe a de-cat if it doesnt effect the running,its got uprated boost pipes already and a dump valve
does this seem ok for a bit more power?
if i do all these will it need remapping or an uprated fuel pump?
Post 392031 by Jamest5r on 2011-07-04 20:58:26
In the Midlands HLM in Bromsgrove £150 for a map for your car.
Edit...this could go down hill quickly, i suggest you do a search for re-maps and read the many pages about various tuners and make up your own mind :).
Post 392032 by T5frankie on 2011-07-04 20:59:36
can get a manual boost controller for £20
Post 392036 by LiamT4 on 2011-07-04 21:03:02
An mbc should be fine if you just want a bit more as the ecu has a boost cut at about 15psi, so shouldn't cause any problems.
Although i'm not sure what engine management is on your c70 (4.4 or me7), me7's can throw a wobbly with some mods.
Post 392037 by big shrek on 2011-07-04 21:04:51
[quote=LiamT4;392036]An mbc should be fine if you just want a bit more as the ecu has a boost cut at about 15psi, so shouldn't cause any problems.
Although i'm not sure what engine management is on your c70 (4.4 or me7), me7's can throw a wobbly with some mods.[/quote]
how do i find out which one? will i need a uprated fuel pump or is the stock one ok?
Post 392039 by big shrek on 2011-07-04 21:05:52
[quote=jamest5r;392031]In the Midlands HLM in Bromsgrove £150 for a map for your car.
Edit...this could go down hill quickly, i suggest you do a search for re-maps and read the many pages about various tuners and make up your own mind :).[/quote]
why could this go down hill quickly? are they no good?
Post 392040 by p fandango on 2011-07-04 21:06:23
ME7 has got no throttle cable or dizzy cap, also has a blue badge on the grill assuming its the original grill
Post 392044 by LiamT4 on 2011-07-04 21:08:16
[quote=big shrek;392039]why could this go down hill quickly? are they no good?[/quote]
Some like them, some don't. People have different opnions on which maps is best etc.
Post 392050 by big shrek on 2011-07-04 21:12:24
[quote=LiamT4;392044]Some like them, some don't. People have different opnions on which maps is best etc.[/quote]
well mine has definatly got a throttle cable,its on the right end side of the block just above that vac tree thingy
Post 392054 by smithy on 2011-07-04 21:21:10
hlm are fine mate give them a call they should be able to help.
Post 392056 by Jamest5r on 2011-07-04 21:22:22
[quote=big shrek;392039]why could this go down hill quickly? are they no good?[/quote]
Quite the opposite mate in my opinion ive had several maps done there :) it's just some people get on there high horse's and cause argument's about various tuners for various reason's some justified some not but i don't get involved in that crap that's why i said do you research and talk to some people about what they have had done, all depends how far you want to take your tuning, but i warn you now once you smoke the crack pipe of tuning a t5 it never stop's :)
Post 392060 by big shrek on 2011-07-04 21:29:02
[quote=jamest5r;392056]Quite the opposite mate in my opinion ive had several maps done there :) it's just some people get on there high horse's and cause argument's about various tuners for various reason's some justified some not but i don't get involved in that crap that's why i said do you research and talk to some people about what they have had done, all depends how far you want to take your tuning, but i warn you now once you smoke the crack pipe of tuning a t5 it never stop's :)[/quote]
yeah my mate told me not to buy a turbo...........his exact words were
"a turbo will kill you and your wallet........it will never be fast enough..........you will want more and more and more........beware shrek-BEWARE"
think he was right :) i will give them a call but is it best to do it when ive got the exhaust and filter done so they can map it for those mods? uprated fuel pump???
Post 392062 by smithy on 2011-07-04 21:29:29
[quote=jamest5r;392056]Quite the opposite mate in my opinion ive had several maps done there :) it's just some people get on there high horse's and cause argument's about various tuners for various reason's some justified some not but i don't get involved in that crap that's why i said do you research and talk to some people about what they have had done, all depends how far you want to take your tuning, but i warn you now once you smoke the crack pipe of tuning a t5 it never stop's :)[/quote]
tuning any volvo it never stops now wheres that pipe
Post 392063 by t5 stealth on 2011-07-04 21:30:33
[quote=jamest5r;392056] it's just some people get on there high horse's and cause argument's about various tuners for various reason's some justified some not but i don't get involved in that crap [/quote]
nicely put :)
Post 392064 by T5frankie on 2011-07-04 21:31:46
[quote=big shrek;392060]yeah my mate told me not to buy a turbo...........his exact words were
"a turbo will kill you and your wallet........it will never be fast enough..........you will want more and more and more........beware shrek-BEWARE"
think he was right :) i will give them a call but is it best to do it when ive got the exhaust and filter done so they can map it for those mods? uprated fuel pump???[/quote]
the 150 quid map is an off the shelf map not a custom remap
Post 392065 by smithy on 2011-07-04 21:32:11
[quote=big shrek;392060]yeah my mate told me not to buy a turbo...........his exact words were
"a turbo will kill you and your wallet........it will never be fast enough..........you will want more and more and more........beware shrek-BEWARE"
think he was right :) i will give them a call but is it best to do it when ive got the exhaust and filter done so they can map it for those mods? uprated fuel pump???[/quote]
fuel pump on volvos are good mate for upto 350 bhp no probs ,and the map only needs adjusting if you put a 3in downpipe and racecat mate
Post 392067 by Jamest5r on 2011-07-04 21:34:02
[quote=big shrek;392060]yeah my mate told me not to buy a turbo...........his exact words were
"a turbo will kill you and your wallet........it will never be fast enough..........you will want more and more and more........beware shrek-BEWARE"
think he was right :) i will give them a call but is it best to do it when ive got the exhaust and filter done so they can map it for those mods? uprated fuel pump???[/quote]
Your not going for custom mapping it will just be a generic map that has been done for your car with similar up grades, it is worth getting it put on the rolling road while you are there to see how it runs before and after.
You don't need an up-rated fuel pump the volvo one will do you fine for the moment save your money.
Post 392068 by big shrek on 2011-07-04 21:37:35
[quote=jamest5r;392067]Your not going for custom mapping it will just be a generic map that has been done for your car with similar up grades, it is worth getting it put on the rolling road while you are there to see how it runs before and after.
You don't need an up-rated fuel pump the volvo one will do you fine for the moment save your money.[/quote]
ok cool just wanna make sure it runs safe dont wanna blow it up
what sort of extra power would i get from a map from them?
is it worth de-catting or not?
Post 392070 by LiamT4 on 2011-07-04 21:38:39
Heres a thought, would my ecu work in his c70? Both 4.4.
Just your not far from me, so you could try it see if you like it.
Post 392073 by T5frankie on 2011-07-04 21:39:29
[quote=big shrek;392068]ok cool just wanna make sure it runs safe dont wanna blow it up
what sort of extra power would i get from a map from them?
is it worth de-catting or not?[/quote]
decatting worked wonders on mine, do it if you have a long mot cos it will need going back on at mot time a remap should give you an extra 40-50bhp at 4000rpm and more importantly alot more torque
Post 392078 by big shrek on 2011-07-04 21:42:58
[quote=t5frankie;392073]decatting worked wonders on mine, do it if you have a long mot cos it will need going back on at mot time a remap should give you an extra 40-50bhp at 4000rpm and more importantly alot more torque[/quote]
well its mot is up next june so plenty left and there is a custom exhaust place down the road from me so might go get a decat pipe fitted for a start,i take it it will make the 5 pot a tad louder
Post 392079 by T5frankie on 2011-07-04 21:44:41
[quote=big shrek;392078]well its mot is up next june so plenty left and there is a custom exhaust place down the road from me so might go get a decat pipe fitted for a start,i take it it will make the 5 pot a tad louder[/quote]
yes mate mine is very loud now since i decatted it sounds awesome though
Post 392083 by big shrek on 2011-07-04 21:48:00
[quote=t5frankie;392079]yes mate mine is very loud now since i decatted it sounds awesome though[/quote]
cool i will get it done,which cat is it or is there only one?
i wanna hear the turbo a bit more too any ideas as you cant really hear it spooling up all i can hear is the 5 pot burble
is a panel filter more advisable than a induction kit?
Post 392084 by LiamT4 on 2011-07-04 21:49:33
[quote=big shrek;392083]cool i will get it done,which cat is it or is there only one?
i wanna hear the turbo a bit more too any ideas as you cant really hear it spooling up all i can hear is the 5 pot burble
is a panel filter more advisable than a induction kit?[/quote]
If you want noise then a cone filter would be best.
Only one cat to get rid of.
Post 392085 by claymore on 2011-07-04 21:49:42
Waw, your keeping us all very busy on here tonight.......lol
Post 392086 by claymore on 2011-07-04 21:50:24
[quote=LiamT4;392084]If you want noise then a cone filter would be best.
.[/quote]
and a poly engine top mount
Post 392087 by T5frankie on 2011-07-04 21:50:27
[quote=big shrek;392083]cool i will get it done,which cat is it or is there only one?
i wanna hear the turbo a bit more too any ideas as you cant really hear it spooling up all i can hear is the 5 pot burble
is a panel filter more advisable than a induction kit?[/quote]
get it remapped get a big exhaust and decat it, fit an mbc turn it up to? mine was at 22psi lol and fit a big cone filter for the turbo noise, with all this at once your car will sound awesome (same as mine) lots of popping and banging
Post 392091 by big shrek on 2011-07-04 21:56:35
[quote=claymore;392085]Waw, your keeping us all very busy on here tonight.......lol[/quote]
someones got to :)
nah i really appreciate it folks im new to all this so any info is greatly recieved
Post 392097 by smithy on 2011-07-04 22:08:37
[quote=big shrek;392091]someones got to :)
nah i really appreciate it folks im new to all this so any info is greatly recieved[/quote]
we are here to help mate and if you want to meetup and go down the strip to see how fast your car goes or just to meet folks come to shakespeare raceway on the 24th july
Post 392100 by big shrek on 2011-07-04 22:09:59
[quote=smithy;392097]we are here to help mate and if you want to meetup and go down the strip to see how fast your car goes or just to meet folks come to shakespeare raceway on the 24th july[/quote]
i just might do that matey :)
Post 392113 by t5_monkey on 2011-07-04 22:59:01
Asking which map is best is like... opening a pandoras box! It's kinda like religion they're all similar but people love to argue over the small differences.
Everyone's remained remarkably civilized thus far :)
Remember the engine gives you power but the suspension gives you PLEASURE :D
Post 392564 by Ed. on 2011-07-06 11:28:36
An off the shelf stage 1 remap will be sufficient for most people. Rica/HLM, MTE seem the most popular. They have slightly different characteristics, rica is aggressive, mte is more progressive. Usual gain with a stage 1 map is around 30bhp.
Custom chrome racing in nuneaton are good for exhausts. A polybush engine top mount is a must for more 5 pot noise.
Ed
Post 392613 by big shrek on 2011-07-06 16:14:21
[quote=Ed.;392564]An off the shelf stage 1 remap will be sufficient for most people. Rica/HLM, MTE seem the most popular. They have slightly different characteristics, rica is aggressive, mte is more progressive. Usual gain with a stage 1 map is around 30bhp.
Custom chrome racing in nuneaton are good for exhausts. A polybush engine top mount is a must for more 5 pot noise.
Ed[/quote]
yeah im taking it custom chrome for a decat they are only 5 miles from me,not being funny but how would a polybush engine mount make the car sound any better?
Post 392615 by Ed. on 2011-07-06 16:23:36
It lets the engine noise and vibration into the cabin. At around £25 for the polybush, its the cheapest way to get more noise. It makes a big difference.
I'm quite local to you and have had work done at ccr too.
Ed
Post 392616 by big shrek on 2011-07-06 16:26:37
[quote=Ed.;392615]It lets the engine noise and vibration into the cabin. At around £25 for the polybush, its the cheapest way to get more noise. It makes a big difference.
I'm quite local to you and have had work done at ccr too.
Ed[/quote]
where abouts are you then matey?
Post 392619 by p fandango on 2011-07-06 16:29:54
i work in Nuneaton alot of the time, about 5minutes away from CCR
Post 392622 by Jamest5r on 2011-07-06 16:37:06
[quote=p fandango;392619]i work in Nuneaton alot of the time, about 5minutes away from CCR[/quote]
And you get it for about 30 quid cheaper :)
Post 392623 by p fandango on 2011-07-06 16:38:45
[quote=jamest5r;392622]And you get it for about 30 quid cheaper :)[/quote]
i've never had any exhaust work done by them tbh, Powerflow do all of mine
Post 392680 by big shrek on 2011-07-06 19:28:05
can somebody point me i the right direction for a decent mbc?
what is the standard psi of boost on my t5 and what is the maximum safe limit to raise it to?
car will have a decat,dump valve and performance panel filter
Post 392685 by T5frankie on 2011-07-06 19:34:55
[quote=big shrek;392680]can somebody point me i the right direction for a decent mbc?
what is the standard psi of boost on my t5 and what is the maximum safe limit to raise it to?
car will have a decat,dump valve and performance panel filter[/quote]
standard boost is around 10 psi with an mbc you can turn it up to 14 psi then you will need a remap to remove the boost cut then you can turn the mbc up to whatever you feel safe to mine was at 22psi, this is the mbc i have.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FORGE-UNOS-UNIVERSAL-BOOST-ADJUSTER-BALL-SPRING-TYPE-/130479298563?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item1e612c1803#ht_547wt_911
Post 392691 by big shrek on 2011-07-06 19:39:13
[quote=t5frankie;392685]standard boost is around 10 psi with an mbc you can turn it up to 14 psi then you will need a remap to remove the boost cut then you can turn the mbc up to whatever you feel safe to mine was at 22psi, this is the mbc i have.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FORGE-UNOS-UNIVERSAL-BOOST-ADJUSTER-BALL-SPRING-TYPE-/130479298563?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item1e612c1803#ht_547wt_911[/quote]
cheers mate probably run mine at 12-13 psi to be extra safe
wasnt looking at spending that much more like 20-30 quid really
Post 392695 by KARL on 2011-07-06 19:53:57
[quote=big shrek;392691]cheers mate probably run mine at 12-13 psi to be extra safe
wasnt looking at spending that much more like 20-30 quid really[/quote]
There is a Mumby MBC (I Think its Mumby) on ebay for 20 quid money !
Its the brass one !
Post 392696 by T5frankie on 2011-07-06 19:54:29
[quote=big shrek;392691]cheers mate probably run mine at 12-13 psi to be extra safe
wasnt looking at spending that much more like 20-30 quid really[/quote]
i think most people run at 16 psi after they get the remap with the mbc
Post 392700 by big shrek on 2011-07-06 19:57:58
cheers guys,as you can tell im a novice to this so dont wanna stress my engine too much,i dont drive it hard all the time and the car only gets used 4-5 times a week
what about running it on v-power fuel?
Post 392701 by T5frankie on 2011-07-06 20:00:27
[quote=big shrek;392700]cheers guys,as you can tell im a novice to this so dont wanna stress my engine too much,i dont drive it hard all the time and the car only gets used 4-5 times a week
what about running it on v-power fuel?[/quote]
will only make a difference on a remapped car, which you will need to use super unleaded
Post 392703 by big shrek on 2011-07-06 20:01:34
got a blanking plate for the standard dump valve coming from member dps1973 by the way so my dump valve issues should soon be sorted,just gotta get some1 to fit it as my hands are like shovels and they aint getting no way near it
Post 392704 by claymore on 2011-07-06 20:06:19
[quote=big shrek;392700]cheers guys,as you can tell im a novice to this so dont wanna stress my engine too much,i dont drive it hard all the time and the car only gets used 4-5 times a week
what about running it on v-power fuel?[/quote]
My engine is on 220,000 miles and is remaped, turbo and supercharged and nitroused, so I don't think you've got much to worry about.
Post 392706 by big shrek on 2011-07-06 20:21:27
[quote=claymore;392704]My engine is on 220,000 miles and is remaped, turbo and supercharged and nitroused, so I don't think you've got much to worry about.[/quote]
i take it they are pretty bomb proof then? any common problems to look out for? oil pump failures,head gaskets etc
Post 392707 by T5frankie on 2011-07-06 20:25:12
A t5 engine is one of the very very best engines, my car is on 207000 and still goes like a rocket, volvos have the best engines and the best bodywork, how many other cars can you be worry free on a car with 175000 miles on?
Post 392710 by claymore on 2011-07-06 20:28:44
[quote=big shrek;392706]i take it they are pretty bomb proof then? any common problems to look out for? oil pump failures,head gaskets etc[/quote]
Only real problem is bending conrods, but not at the sort of tune your talking about.
Post 392711 by big shrek on 2011-07-06 20:33:35
[quote=t5frankie;392707]A t5 engine is one of the very very best engines, my car is on 207000 and still goes like a rocket, volvos have the best engines and the best bodywork, how many other cars can you be worry free on a car with 175000 miles on?[/quote]
well i can name 2...
my old cav gsi2000 was on 189k when i got it and when i sold it.........217k on original engine..........then my mates prelude vtec showing 196k on it and still going strong :)
just wanna look after it thats all matey,gave it some new oil today and filter
Post 392714 by big shrek on 2011-07-06 20:41:43
how hard to fit a boost controller? do i need a gauge as well?
Post 392725 by claymore on 2011-07-06 20:52:07
Yes, you will need a gauge, as for fitting, it's just a case of swapping some pipes around.
Post 392727 by big shrek on 2011-07-06 20:54:47
[quote=claymore;392725]Yes, you will need a gauge, as for fitting, it's just a case of swapping some pipes around.[/quote]
seen this but he doesnt state if its a gated one or not
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/MANUAL-TURBO-BOOST-CONTROLLER-KIT-GAUGE-UNIVERSAL-/350426281111?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item519708b497
Post 392730 by big shrek on 2011-07-06 20:56:18
also lads is the gearbox pretty strong?
Post 392733 by T5frankie on 2011-07-06 20:57:51
yeah gearboxes are strong for well over 300bhp
Post 392899 by smithy on 2011-07-07 14:07:11
redblocks will do half a mile + no probs lol
Post 392937 by the young mechanic on 2011-07-07 17:03:21
[quote=claymore;392704]My engine is on 220,000 miles and is remaped, turbo and supercharged and nitroused, so I don't think you've got much to worry about.[/quote]
that is only because you like to go abit overboard with your mods
Post 392964 by cherry1809 on 2011-07-07 18:40:18
[quote=t5frankie;392733]yeah gearboxes are strong for well over 300bhp[/quote]
Isn't RT'S Car on a stock box?
I hear he's wound the boost up too... :D
Post 392968 by Jamest5r on 2011-07-07 19:05:19
[quote=cherry1809;392964]Isn't RT'S Car on a stock box?
I hear he's wound the boost up too... :D[/quote]
Yep, that's why he's broken 3rd gear 3 times :)
Post 392972 by cherry1809 on 2011-07-07 19:18:24
Yeah 3rd's my favorite gear too :D
Post 393163 by big shrek on 2011-07-08 15:18:09
when i fit my mbc im gonna run it at 13/14 psi will i need to do anything else? been told summat needs doing with the actuator but not sure
also when i have a decat done will it throw up any eml lights or running problems?
Post 393171 by T5frankie on 2011-07-08 16:04:25
[quote=big shrek;393163]when i fit my mbc im gonna run it at 13/14 psi will i need to do anything else? been told summat needs doing with the actuator but not sure
also when i have a decat done will it throw up any eml lights or running problems?[/quote]
the actuator should be fine unless it's a little loose, removing the cat will bring on the lambda light, same as mine just have to live with it mate, it'll run fine
Post 393195 by big shrek on 2011-07-08 17:11:54
[quote=t5frankie;393171]the actuator should be fine unless it's a little loose, removing the cat will bring on the lambda light, same as mine just have to live with it mate, it'll run fine[/quote]
nice one mate,guess im just a bit scared of fooking the car up ive heard that many stories of people messing with turbo cars and its altered the fuelling and done major engine damage
all i wanna do is
decat
panel/cone filter
mbc running 12/13psi
bailey dump valve
hopefully it should be safe with these mods
Post 393223 by T5frankie on 2011-07-08 18:27:54
[quote=big shrek;393195]nice one mate,guess im just a bit scared of fooking the car up ive heard that many stories of people messing with turbo cars and its altered the fuelling and done major engine damage
all i wanna do is
decat
panel/cone filter
mbc running 12/13psi
bailey dump valve
hopefully it should be safe with these mods[/quote]
remove the rear suitcase silencer on the exhaust for more noise, those mods won't stress the engine whatsoever
here is a few off my mods
HLM310 re-map
19t hybrid
Green injectors
Orange Silicone hoses
Rip kit
Group A cosworth induction kit,
Powerflow exhaust system with De-cat pipe
Forge dump valve
Forge unos boost controller
Drilled and grooved brake discs all round
Uprated powerflex bushes (top mount)
HID upgrade
Strut brace
Post 393288 by big shrek on 2011-07-08 21:15:19
what the hell is a rip kit?
Post 393292 by T5frankie on 2011-07-08 21:18:20
[quote=big shrek;393288]what the hell is a rip kit?[/quote]
Reverse Intercooler Pipework, it re routes the hoses in and around the turbo/intercooler to make them more efficient and for the turbo to spool up faster
Post 393295 by p fandango on 2011-07-08 21:19:29
[quote=big shrek;393288]what the hell is a rip kit?[/quote]
reverse intercooler pipework, early 1994 had the intercooler plumbed in different with alot straighter & shorter pipework. Because of issues of the throttle body freezing (in Sweden) the system was changed
Post 393300 by big shrek on 2011-07-08 21:26:13
[quote=t5frankie;393292]Reverse Intercooler Pipework, it re routes the hoses in and around the turbo/intercooler to make them more efficient and for the turbo to spool up faster[/quote]
oh right ok,tell me more about this 19t hybrid.....expensive mod or not?
Post 393307 by T5frankie on 2011-07-08 21:41:48
[quote=big shrek;393300]oh right ok,tell me more about this 19t hybrid.....expensive mod or not?[/quote]
no it's just a 19t turbo housing bolted onto a 16t exhaust housing so you can use your original downpipe instead of the angled downpipe a normal 19t would need.
Post 393309 by p fandango on 2011-07-08 21:44:36
[quote=t5frankie;393307]no it's just a 19t turbo housing bolted onto a 16t exhaust housing so you can use your original downpipe instead of the angled downpipe a normal 19t would need.[/quote]
don't you wish you had the full 3inches tho Frankie, 2.5 is just not enough lol
Post 393310 by big shrek on 2011-07-08 21:45:00
[quote=t5frankie;393307]no it's just a 19t turbo housing bolted onto a 16t exhaust housing so you can use your original downpipe instead of the angled downpipe a normal 19t would need.[/quote]
what sort of power gains have you had from your remap? im guessing the 310 stands for 310 bhp
Post 393313 by T5frankie on 2011-07-08 21:49:37
[quote=big shrek;393310]what sort of power gains have you had from your remap? im guessing the 310 stands for 310 bhp[/quote]
my car is running the map for the old 18t turbo i have yet to get it custom mapped for my new turbo, but it should be over 300bhp now, a word of advice don't believe the advertised figures for remaps they are just what they call them to try to out do each other
Post 393316 by T5frankie on 2011-07-08 21:51:24
[quote=p fandango;393309]don't you wish you had the full 3inches tho Frankie, 2.5 is just not enough lol[/quote]
only when it's cold lol, i don't think there with the mitsibishi turbos there is much difference with peak power figures between the two
Post 393317 by big shrek on 2011-07-08 21:52:57
[quote=t5frankie;393313]my car is running the map for the old 18t turbo i have yet to get it custom mapped for my new turbo, but it should be over 300bhp now, a word of advice don't believe the advertised figures for remaps they are just what they call them to try to out do each other[/quote]
false advertising then :)
with the mods i have planned and maybe 1 of them remaps on my standard turbo will i be around 280 bhp i should imagine
Post 393320 by T5frankie on 2011-07-08 21:54:40
[quote=big shrek;393317]false advertising then :)
with the mods i have planned and maybe 1 of them remaps on my standard turbo will i be around 280 bhp i should imagine[/quote]
more like 250-260bhp with only 13 psi mate on a 16t, you will need a bigger turbo or if you want that power you will have to run about 18-22psi with that turbo
Post 393327 by big shrek on 2011-07-08 22:00:38
[quote=t5frankie;393320]more like 250-260bhp with only 13 psi mate on a 16t, you will need a bigger turbo or if you want that power you will have to run about 18-22psi with that turbo[/quote]
i take it thats near the limit for my turbo then
Post 393329 by T5frankie on 2011-07-08 22:04:05
[quote=big shrek;393327]i take it thats near the limit for my turbo then[/quote]
yes mate i think one or 2 have had a little more with other mods, but at 280bhp your car will feel so different and go like a rocket, you should have a go in a modded t5 and feel the difference, get the remap first then put an mbc on turn it up to 16psi which is safe then enjoy
Post 393330 by t5_monkey on 2011-07-08 22:18:52
280bhp with good midrange and response will be a fair bit quicker on the road then these Evo's etc... with the same but loads of lag and nothing below 4000rpm :)
Post 393339 by big shrek on 2011-07-08 22:43:05
[quote=t5_monkey;393330]280bhp with good midrange and response will be a fair bit quicker on the road then these Evo's etc... with the same but loads of lag and nothing below 4000rpm :)[/quote]
thats what i love about the t5 it pulls hard from 2500rpm
Post 393342 by p fandango on 2011-07-08 22:48:02
[quote=t5_monkey;393330]280bhp with good midrange and response will be a fair bit quicker on the road then these Evo's etc... with the same but loads of lag and nothing below 4000rpm :)[/quote]
& with there higher transmission loses
Post 393378 by big shrek on 2011-07-09 06:35:12
[quote=p fandango;393342]& with there higher transmission loses[/quote]
yeah but they dont half go round corners quick,i was gonna get a scooby this year but ive heard horror stories about them so strayed away from then thinking that my t5 would be a good buy but its turning out to be a horror story in its own.........ggggrrrrrrrrrr
Post 393379 by p fandango on 2011-07-09 06:55:22
[quote=big shrek;393378]yeah but they dont half go round corners quick,i was gonna get a scooby this year but ive heard horror stories about them so strayed away from then thinking that my t5 would be a good buy but its turning out to be a horror story in its own.........ggggrrrrrrrrrr[/quote]
my neighbour traded in his Scooby for a 911, within an hour they'd phoned him up saying the transfer box had scattered. We think someone on testdrive had tried a full throttle start (which i'd love to try on a strong enough car). My bro used to have a Legnum VR4 which i borrowed for a week, it did everything too well/easily & was just boring
Post 393381 by big shrek on 2011-07-09 07:15:51
[quote=p fandango;393379]my neighbour traded in his Scooby for a 911, within an hour they'd phoned him up saying the transfer box had scattered. We think someone on testdrive had tried a full throttle start (which i'd love to try on a strong enough car). My bro used to have a Legnum VR4 which i borrowed for a week, it did everything too well/easily & was just boring
[/quote]
full throttle starts and 4wd = wallet lightening experience
to be honest im loving the t5 mate its comfy which is hard for me to find in a car as im just over 6ft 8,i love the sound and power just wish it didnt have a leaky sunroof and gash whirring sound when revved
Post 393410 by p fandango on 2011-07-09 12:35:08
[quote=big shrek;393381]to be honest im loving the t5 mate its comfy which is hard for me to find in a car as im just over 6ft 8,i love the sound and power just wish it didnt have a leaky sunroof and gash whirring sound when revved[/quote]
totally agree, i only had the VR4 for a week but was still glad to give it back & get into the T-5. 4WD tames everything too much for me, shame because i always liked the look of Skylines lol
Post 393417 by big shrek on 2011-07-09 13:01:54
[quote=p fandango;393410]totally agree, i only had the VR4 for a week but was still glad to give it back & get into the T-5. 4WD tames everything too much for me, shame because i always liked the look of Skylines lol[/quote]
gts-t are rwd mate and very tuneable
Post 393422 by p fandango on 2011-07-09 13:30:31
[quote=big shrek;393417]gts-t are rwd mate and very tuneable[/quote]
yeh but i always go for the top model, always fancied a Supra or RX7 instead
Post 394692 by big shrek on 2011-07-14 17:00:29
[quote=claymore;392086]and a poly engine top mount[/quote]
right then where do i get one of these from?
Post 394699 by mightywolf on 2011-07-14 17:50:33
[quote=big shrek;394692]right then where do i get one of these from?[/quote]
Partsfor volvos. Google it it'll come up. Excellent for most things and quick delivery.
I've got a dump valve, induction kit, powerflow cat back and mbc. Not bothering with a re-map cos the mbc does enough. Very very aggresive even turned down. I usually run mine about 9psi for day to day driving and only turn it up if I want some tyre shredding fun :)
Loads of power, loads of noise!
Post 394706 by p fandango on 2011-07-14 18:19:42
[quote=mightywolf;394699]I've got a dump valve, induction kit, powerflow cat back and mbc. Not bothering with a re-map cos the mbc does enough. Very very aggresive even turned down. I usually run mine about 9psi for day to day driving and only turn it up if I want some tyre shredding fun :)
Loads of power, loads of noise![/quote]
ditch the cat :wink:
Post 394730 by mightywolf on 2011-07-14 19:24:13
[quote=p fandango;394706]ditch the cat :wink:[/quote]
i would but I'm too worried about it failing on the emissions!
Post 395377 by wutang247 on 2011-07-16 21:18:04
i had a longlife 3inch full stainless with a 100cell racecat, flew through mot, sounds the business , just need remap as im hitting boostcut and my gauge peaks at 18psi as it hits what feels like a brickwall still very quick
Post 395384 by t5_monkey on 2011-07-16 21:29:47
if you inform your insurer... am I right in saying your car is STILL not legal with a decat even if you pass the MOT ?
Post 395419 by p fandango on 2011-07-16 22:49:09
[quote=t5_monkey;395384]am I right in saying your car is STILL not legal with a decat even if you pass the MOT ?[/quote]
i think its a vehicle spec & construction issue (VOSA) problem instead of a MOT one
Post 398505 by johnny46 on 2011-07-25 23:17:25
Hi all
Great thread big shrek and v helpfull replys!! Just what i wanted to know really I have not long bought a Dark blue V70 R and i wana get it up nearer 300bhp not that its slow jus that crack pipe ya on about needs a toot from me :-)
i dont want it to loud or any dumpvalve noises but more power and slighty louder would be sweet, think i'l decat it, get a remap an mbc and gauge, poly bush and turn it up to 18 to 19 psi does that sound about right?? i'l get it rolling roaded before and after the work
Also there are £120 cips on ebay from germany whats the story with these are they a no go or what people???
Mucho appreciated
Johnny
Post 398509 by LiamT4 on 2011-07-25 23:24:30
I'd stay away from any of the no name chips and maps that come up cheap on ebay.
Stick with comapanies like rica, mte, hlm.
Post 398518 by johnny46 on 2011-07-25 23:29:04
cool will do!! im from nantwich cheshire which is the closest and better tuning company to go for and do i just ring them and ask for a re map ????
Post 399021 by big shrek on 2011-07-27 20:40:57
[quote=johnny46;398505]Hi all
Great thread big shrek and v helpfull replys!! Just what i wanted to know really I have not long bought a Dark blue V70 R and i wana get it up nearer 300bhp not that its slow jus that crack pipe ya on about needs a toot from me :-)
i dont want it to loud or any dumpvalve noises but more power and slighty louder would be sweet, think i'l decat it, get a remap an mbc and gauge, poly bush and turn it up to 18 to 19 psi does that sound about right?? i'l get it rolling roaded before and after the work
Also there are £120 cips on ebay from germany whats the story with these are they a no go or what people???
Mucho appreciated
Johnny[/quote]
cheers mate but its all the other guys you need to thank.
as for 18-19psi from what ive gathered you will need a remap as the standard map wont go past 15 psi
im gonna turn mine up to 14 psi to see how i get on then consider a remap later this year
Post 399023 by big shrek on 2011-07-27 20:42:31
oh yeah as for ebay specials..........dont bother mate it could kill your engine
go to a reputable tuner
Post 399079 by johnny46 on 2011-07-27 22:50:18
yeah i'l re map it and stay away from engine killers!!
cheers