Anyone ever have to rebuild/replace their 20B?
Originally Posted by 20B 3rd Gen
From what I remember he has a early series motor, I don't think his had any e-shaft flex, you can PM him his forum name is rxman720b
Yep Derrick does have an early series motor(pre A-series). Those engines from the start Mazda had alot of problems with. Derrick's problem surfaced when he put on a single turbo with a small exhaust A/R. The small exhaust housing allowed the engine to produce a ton of boost very early in the rpm range therefore putting alot more stress on that engines weaker design. Since 20b's naturally produce more torque than 13b's this combination cause the engine to slightly twist. He has since had the engine rebuilt and dowel pinned.
Originally Posted by t-von
Yep Derrick does have an early series motor(pre A-series). Those engines from the start Mazda had alot of problems with. Derrick's problem surfaced when he put on a single turbo with a small exhaust A/R. The small exhaust housing allowed the engine to produce a ton of boost very early in the rpm range therefore putting alot more stress on that engines weaker design. Since 20b's naturally produce more torque than 13b's this combination cause the engine to slightly twist. He has since had the engine rebuilt and dowel pinned.
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