88 j-spec turbo swap...i have ?s so if you would let me know what you think
11-30-05, 11:15 PM
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88 j-spec turbo swap...i have ?s so if you would let me know what you think
i have an 88 turbo with no motor and i have a j-spec on the way for it. what do i need to make it run? is it hard to time the turbo? any comments good or bad would be alot of help thank you marcus
11-30-05, 11:29 PM
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I did the same thing with my 87TII. i'd highly recommend getting the engine rebuilt before you install it. chances are, it's on it's way out... sorry man but most jspecs have been sitting for a very long time...
you're gonna need a USDM harness and ECU...Other than that, you need to look over the engine to make sure that everything is there....like the TID, MAF, PS pump if you have the lines and such....
When I got my jspec, It didn't come with a TID or MAF so I had to hunt them down.
you're gonna need a USDM harness and ECU...Other than that, you need to look over the engine to make sure that everything is there....like the TID, MAF, PS pump if you have the lines and such....
When I got my jspec, It didn't come with a TID or MAF so I had to hunt them down.
11-30-05, 11:37 PM
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everything that is normaly on the motor is comeing with it if it doesn't they give me money to buy it. osakajdmmotors.com is where im getting the motor from so i think im ok. is it as easy as puting a non turbo in cuz i have done that a bunch?
11-30-05, 11:41 PM
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Provided that the car in question is a TII, installing it should be no problem.
Regardless, some importers don't really know what they're looking at. I'd look it over just in case.
But, like I said, and everyone else will agree, have the engine rebuilt or rebuild it yourself before you install it. you don't know what condition those internals are in. I'd do it for peace of mind reasons and the fact that you would be starting off with a fresh engine, essentially...
Regardless, some importers don't really know what they're looking at. I'd look it over just in case.
But, like I said, and everyone else will agree, have the engine rebuilt or rebuild it yourself before you install it. you don't know what condition those internals are in. I'd do it for peace of mind reasons and the fact that you would be starting off with a fresh engine, essentially...
11-30-05, 11:55 PM
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if it pops i will rebuild it because if anything is wronfg with it i get my money back so im not stressing about the motor working at all. and how is a turbo controller? its a t2 (the car) so you say it will be easy with it being a turbo
12-01-05, 12:00 AM
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turbo controller? do you mean boost controller or turbo timer?
As far as a turbo timer is concerned, it can be good to have one installed as a safety measure. Boost controllers on the other hand...different story. I wouln't think about one unless you have a need for it. Pretty much, if you have an upgraded turbo with bigger fuel injectors and an FMIC, among other things, boost controller can be nice. Nice in the sense that you can raise the boost to a safe level and have some fun. But...do your research.....learn everything you can about TIIs and **** and apply that knowledge....
Check out ReTed's site...it's really informative and laid out pretty damn well...
www.fc3spro.com
As far as a turbo timer is concerned, it can be good to have one installed as a safety measure. Boost controllers on the other hand...different story. I wouln't think about one unless you have a need for it. Pretty much, if you have an upgraded turbo with bigger fuel injectors and an FMIC, among other things, boost controller can be nice. Nice in the sense that you can raise the boost to a safe level and have some fun. But...do your research.....learn everything you can about TIIs and **** and apply that knowledge....
Check out ReTed's site...it's really informative and laid out pretty damn well...
www.fc3spro.com
12-01-05, 12:06 AM
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well im going to boost 12lbs psi of boost out of that stock turbo....my friend is running that in his t2..........(i mean boost controller) if you couldn't tell.........but ya i have done all of my research for the tuning and mods i can do so im good on that.
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12-01-05, 12:08 AM
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I boosted 12psi on mine. popped the engine due to overboost. it took 8 months for the engine to let go. fried the rear rotor/housing...there's a thread on it about halfway down this page with pics..
The stock 550 CC injectors can only handle up to 10 psi safely.
The stock 550 CC injectors can only handle up to 10 psi safely.
12-01-05, 12:13 AM
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then i was going to put high flow injectors on the swap to make it faster and eat more gas...haha ......but im good on the mods.....i just need to make it run in 3 weeks!!!!!
12-01-05, 12:18 AM
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ok....so...say you get 720cc secondaries to accomodate for 12psi....you should probably get an SAFC or something to control the amount of fuel at specific rpms. you'll also need an FCD. The ECU cuts fuel to the rear rotor at 8.5 PSI...
BUT...like I said before...check RETeds site www.fc3spro.com
He tells you the correct way of doing this with all the right steps...
BUT...like I said before...check RETeds site www.fc3spro.com
He tells you the correct way of doing this with all the right steps...
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12-01-05, 09:09 AM
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wheres the fun in any of that.....haha....im not stressin about the mods tho not yet at least i need to get the damn motor in first before i do anything to it....
12-01-05, 09:23 AM
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so wiat 8.5? i thought it cuts it at 1lb over? 6.5? i belive mine hits it at 6.5..i still havent intslled that FCD goddamit! just be very careful the stock ECU is a natzi and u can blow it up right quick if u dont take the right precuations..this car isnt just bolt on and drive...ALOT of consideration needs to be taken before peformance mods happen!
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We just need to get the thing running then you can kill yourself. I am here to be your guiding light, I'm here to keep you from popping that motor before your project is due. Just get the suspension on, you only have a 30 day start up guarantee on that motor so we have LESS then that to get it up. Are we doing it at my place or at Ron's? Why don't you buy the black frame paint this week, get like a gallon and we can shoot the frame this weekend. When you flip it and die can I have the motor to put in the vert?
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12-01-05, 01:55 PM
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If you are going to boost 12psi straight "out of the box" with that engine it will not last very long. Chances are the motor has been sitting for a couple year with no oil, the seals are most likely going to take a crap a couple months down the road.
MAKE SURE when you get the jspec that it DOES have the high impedence injectors. If not you will have to rig your 88' up for low imp. injectors. The gas flows opposite through the rails aswell, in the top, out the bottom.
MAKE SURE when you get the jspec that it DOES have the high impedence injectors. If not you will have to rig your 88' up for low imp. injectors. The gas flows opposite through the rails aswell, in the top, out the bottom.
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HE won't be boosting crazy like that out of the box.. He is 17 and has high hopes for the car.. I will bitch slap a little reality into him. He needs to explore the site a little and do a little more research, look up and threads related to t2 install t2 swap ect, use the search function at the top of the page or check the FAQ they are full of info...
(BTW He is my brother-in-law so go easy on him)
(BTW He is my brother-in-law so go easy on him)
12-01-05, 04:09 PM
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I also baught an OSAKA jdm motor
I bought an 89 s5 motor from OSAKA in canada and the motor is very nice. One problem though, it loads with fuel at low rpm's (500-1,500) and stalls. After doing the un-flooding procedure to the car, it starts right back up and runs while I maintain a steady rpm of 2,500. I think it might be with the cold start sensor. Others say that I sould probably switch the intake manifold over from my s4? I am starting to feel a need for a stand alone fuel system. What do you think?
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12-01-05, 10:05 PM
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hey im not stupid i know im not going to be boosting that **** out of the hole.......im smarter than that......it was just what i have plans for later down the road i just wanna get the motor in and have some fun with it being stock till i get more money to fix it more......im still in high school im 17 years old so im straped for cash and just because im 17 doesn't mean i don't know what im talking about i have been working on rx-7s for 3 years now and have had more motors swaps and pull outs then i can count on my hands but i have yet to do a turbo........and this whole post was to ask if it was as easy as an N/A but you people wont stop talking about stupid **** just answer my damn ? thats the whole ponit of me even posting something........don't say anything unless you are saying if it is easy or not.......
12-01-05, 10:28 PM
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Originally Posted by 2RotorRacing
precuations are for pussies wtf you well never have any fun if you worry about **** all the damn time
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My turbo engine was easy to put in my N/A car. Took me a little over an hour to get it in, and I did it alone. Mine had bad electronics on it though, so it has yet to run. Test your TPS and your AFM before trying to start it, it'll save you a lot of headaches ( although it created some for me). Good luck!
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if you have done n/a swaps the turbo should be no problem for you.
just be cautious of those jspec engines.
30 day start up warranty doesnt warranty bad coolant seals or bad oil seals.
trust me i have bought 2 and both had excellent compression, but both smoked after install.
neither of them were warrantied for that. read over the warranty guidelines.
just my $0.02
just be cautious of those jspec engines.
30 day start up warranty doesnt warranty bad coolant seals or bad oil seals.
trust me i have bought 2 and both had excellent compression, but both smoked after install.
neither of them were warrantied for that. read over the warranty guidelines.
just my $0.02
12-02-05, 07:52 AM
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Marcus, calm down, opinions are like ********, everyone has one. By posting a ? on the internet everyone and thier mother will post what they think. Like it or not. Don't go making enemies this early in the game, a lot of the guys on here are very knowlagable and will end up helping us out when we REALLY need it. Just chill we got this under control.