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Old Apr 4, 2013 | 08:29 PM
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What TPS you using?
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Old Apr 7, 2013 | 01:46 AM
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using a FD tps.

I made the trip down to Vancougar to go visit Matt. We spent some time working on the idle. finally got something I'm happy with. 1000rpms and the car does not even shake, it is very smooth. Also changed the fuel mapping for the 2,000 - 3,600rpm range so that cruising is more responsive. Really happy with the way the car is operating
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Old Apr 13, 2013 | 01:36 AM
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Originally Posted by notveryhappyjack
using a FD tps.

I made the trip down to Vancougar to go visit Matt. We spent some time working on the idle. finally got something I'm happy with. 1000rpms and the car does not even shake, it is very smooth. Also changed the fuel mapping for the 2,000 - 3,600rpm range so that cruising is more responsive. Really happy with the way the car is operating
What are the benefits of using the FD TPS instead of an FC? I've heard of this swap, just not sure why its useful.

And good to hear about the fuel mapping and idle being fixed, your car deserves it. Always cool to get something fixed you've been waiting on and get to see results that make you happy you spent the time fixing it
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Old May 4, 2013 | 04:54 PM
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Wash & wax.1982 Turbo Build-gzthrrj.jpg
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Old May 5, 2013 | 10:25 AM
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looking good aaron! I hope to see that car back in my garage soon, we gotta do some wot tuning
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Old May 5, 2013 | 01:06 PM
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is that the turbo2 brake and 5 lug swap?
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Old May 9, 2013 | 07:35 PM
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Ordered the mazdatrix competition motor mounts & also a 12mmx1.25 to -6an adapter today.
Planning on cleaning up & installing the fuel rail you gave me Matt :-D
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Old May 15, 2013 | 06:37 PM
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Motor mounts arrived!
Installed my new fuel rail too. Had a bitch of a time with the -6 an lines.... LOL 1982 Turbo Build-l3hfwgd.jpg
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Old May 16, 2013 | 01:10 PM
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Lost compression last night. Going to remove the motor & disassemble. Initial thought is that a piece of debris fell into the lower intake while it was apart or debris was in the new fuel line. Bummer.
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Old May 16, 2013 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by notveryhappyjack
Lost compression last night. Going to remove the motor & disassemble. Initial thought is that a piece of debris fell into the lower intake while it was apart or debris was in the new fuel line. Bummer.
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Old May 16, 2013 | 02:22 PM
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Just confirmed the front rotor has two bad pulses. Removing the motor today.
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Old May 16, 2013 | 03:44 PM
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Just confirmed the front rotor has two bad pulses. Removing the motor today.
Goddamn turbo life!
I am glad you are keeping this going impressed with the quality of work, will you do the rebuild this time? or send out?

Thanks for all the updates, subscribed!
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Old May 16, 2013 | 07:29 PM
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We will build it better, stronger and FASTER!
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Old May 16, 2013 | 10:04 PM
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Can we do a mirror of your v-mount dual efan x set up?
Got a while lot of work done today, motor should be out tomorrow morning...
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Old May 17, 2013 | 10:18 AM
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Get her back on her feet by June 9th for Old School Reunion!
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Old May 21, 2013 | 04:17 PM
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Removed the secondary fuel rail. Found this in the front secondary injector....1982 Turbo Build-2jzhcvv.jpg

Any recommendations to clean the fuel system? Already planning on having the injectors serviced & using new rubber hose.
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Old May 21, 2013 | 05:58 PM
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Blow out the hard lines with an air compressor.

Witch Hunter performance here in WA for injector cleaning:
WitchHunter Performance - Injector Cleaning & Flow Testing Services

cost of the cleaning and flow-matching (which includes new seals and gaskets) is almost less than the cost of new seals and gaskets alone!!


What is that crap in there??
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Old May 21, 2013 | 06:03 PM
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Witch hunter was a no brainer. New fuel filter also. I will take your advice with the air compressor.
The crap in the top of the injector was random oil /dirt gunk.
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Old May 21, 2013 | 09:22 PM
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Originally Posted by notveryhappyjack
Witch hunter was a no brainer. New fuel filter also. I will take your advice with the air compressor.
The crap in the top of the injector was random oil /dirt gunk.
How fresh is your fuel tank? Worth pulling and opening it up, see how much rust is in there. If its decent but needs cleaning, get it boiled out. Radiator shop should be able to do that.

That an a you mentioned, all new soft lines, you should be good.

Btw man I don't know if I've ever mentioned this, but you have one of my absolute, all time favorite FBs. Has been for many many years.
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Old May 21, 2013 | 11:36 PM
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all that gunk prolly came out of that fuel rail i gave ya(it was floating from bin to bin for about a year. i wouldnt worry too much about the tank and what not cause you didnt have a problem til you put the rail on.
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Old Jun 1, 2013 | 12:05 PM
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Old Jun 4, 2013 | 11:34 PM
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Polished my intercooler. Looking to go sexy v mount in the near future (Matt) :-D 1982 Turbo Build-zmrexbv.jpg
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Old Jun 4, 2013 | 11:51 PM
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I had a lot of assistance taking the motor apart. Here is a video some of you will find funny
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Old Jun 5, 2013 | 09:29 AM
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video is private....
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Old Jul 29, 2013 | 09:10 PM
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I got the rebuild motor installed.
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Been trying for a few weeks to start it up with no success.
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