<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by PDX S2000:
You can do it yourself... if I can do it (with a lot of help from a couple people, in particular PNWnissanser) then anyone can.
The toughest part was the fuel pump... everything else was very easy and straight forward, just bolting stuff together. Do plan on taking a couple days though.. don't rush it. Also plan on running to the hardware store a few times for various things.. and don't be afraid to stop if you're getting tired.
Besides the fuel pump the only real problem I ran into was when I snapped an exhaust manifold stud... I ended up deciding it was wise to replace all of them.</font>
Well, thank you!
And I will add to what Brian has said. A turbo install is basically like any other car project. It takes time, tools, and a little bit of know how. If you don't know what the hell you are doing, then find someone who does, and if ya can't do that, the figure it out on your own. there are a TON of people around here that would be more than willing to help you figure it out! I know.
If you are going to get a bolt on kit, don't expect it to be just a kit. Even the FMAX kit which is VERY complete lacks a few things. Mostly little nuts and bolts and hoses and misc stuff that should be expected with any sort of a large transformation such as turbocharging a car!
Also, if you are going to take the motor you have now ( a SR20de, not a DET) Then you are going to have to drill and tap the block for a turbo oil return line. If you don't feel comfortable drilling and tapping your block then again, find someone who is or take it to a shop. Make sure there are no shavings in the oil pan! It only takes a few hours to drop the pans and reseal them! Also, if you are considering taking your de and making it a det, you might want to check the compression and the leak down. Those two figures can tell you a bunch about how the motor will react to boost.
Your stock ser fuel pump will be good to ~240 hp if I remember correctly. please, someone correct me if I am wrong!
The fuel pump Brian mentioned was a PITA for sure. But if I were to do it again I bet it would be alot easier because I have done it once before. Also, boost? You are going to need a better clutch!
I could go on and on.
bascially, if you don't know how or whatever. Learn. I have been wathcing and learning the turbo process for many months and there are still things that I don't know about. And another thing! Get more opinions. Just because I think something is right don't take my word for it. I may have been misinformed. this happens ALOT in this sort of situation.
Good luck! Email me if you want to know anymore!
later
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David Lau <
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Stop Fast, corner better B13 SER in Vancouver, WA
[This message has been edited by PNWser (edited 05-02-2001).]