Haltech Simple (perhaps stupid) question regarding the Haltech system...
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Simple (perhaps stupid) question regarding the Haltech system...
...can you still run your A/C system with it?
Well, another question. Will it be considerably easier to install during the process of an engine swap as opposed to installing it on a car that already has a fully functioning wiring harness/ECU in place? I ask this because from what I understand, Haltech installs aren't to be taken lightly.
I've spent the better part of the day browsing the forum and reading up on my ECU options since I don't know too much on the subject (obviously).
The reason I ask is that I'm considering a turbo swap for the convertible. I was saving up to purchase an FD, but I think that money is going elsewhere (retirement investments). I make enough money to support a swap like this a used Jap-spec block, a shiney new turbo, and some sort of ECU upgrade. I'd be hard pressed to finance an FD, insurance, and maintenance. I'm guessing I should just work with what I have now.
Just trying to learn, thanks.
Well, another question. Will it be considerably easier to install during the process of an engine swap as opposed to installing it on a car that already has a fully functioning wiring harness/ECU in place? I ask this because from what I understand, Haltech installs aren't to be taken lightly.
I've spent the better part of the day browsing the forum and reading up on my ECU options since I don't know too much on the subject (obviously).
The reason I ask is that I'm considering a turbo swap for the convertible. I was saving up to purchase an FD, but I think that money is going elsewhere (retirement investments). I make enough money to support a swap like this a used Jap-spec block, a shiney new turbo, and some sort of ECU upgrade. I'd be hard pressed to finance an FD, insurance, and maintenance. I'm guessing I should just work with what I have now.
Just trying to learn, thanks.
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Re: Simple (perhaps stupid) question regarding the Haltech system...
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1) ...can you still run your A/C system with it?
2)The reason I ask is that I'm considering a turbo swap for the convertible. I was saving up to purchase an FD, but I think that money is going elsewhere (retirement investments).
1) ...can you still run your A/C system with it?
2)The reason I ask is that I'm considering a turbo swap for the convertible. I was saving up to purchase an FD, but I think that money is going elsewhere (retirement investments).
2) You are a very wise person for doing this
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Thank you. I don't know how exactly I got the idea, but somewhere along the line in my reading I got the impression that the A/C would have to be ditched. It didn't make sense, so I thought I'd ask.
That may be the wise decision, but right now I'd rather have a faster car. I'm sure I won't regret the decision 20 years down the road.
That may be the wise decision, but right now I'd rather have a faster car. I'm sure I won't regret the decision 20 years down the road.
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Originally posted by Mykl
somewhere along the line in my reading I got the impression that the A/C would have to be ditched.
somewhere along the line in my reading I got the impression that the A/C would have to be ditched.
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One thing you might want to look at is space for your intercooler. I can't remember how much room there is up there for a IC with the a/c still in place, also the a/c lines might get in the way of the IC tubing.
Something to look at
Something to look at
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