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Post by garman on Jul 24, 2019 20:32:38 GMT
Having some fun...
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Post by garman on Sept 19, 2019 19:53:31 GMT
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Post by garman on Jan 16, 2020 21:28:51 GMT
So, as promised, I am starting to install the turbo on the Exocet. I've been driving around for about 6 months or so and I've finally replenished enough of my bank account to tackle this project. I had the turbo compressor powder coated and all the rest ceramic coated. I think it came out pretty nice. I'm currently getting the tune correct on my DIYPNP. I had an issue with no cam signal input but I finally got that resolved and I have a running car on megasquirt. I'll be installing everything this weekend and hope to have it back on the road by early next week. Details of my components: Garrett GT2554 (freshly rebuilt this week) Flyin Miata manifold, elbow and downpipe Innovate MTX-L wideband DIYPNP ECU HKS Super SQV blow off valve Turbosmart IWG-75 wastegate Greddy Profec B Spec II boost controller Deatschwerks 700cc injectors GM LS3 D510C coils EMUSA Ebay intercooler I doubt that I get the injectors or coils installed on this go around. I don't anticipate that I will be maxing anything out with this little turbo from the beginning. I'll probably install those along with a bigger fuel pump sometime down the road. So here are some pictures of where I'm at:    |
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Post by garman on Jan 17, 2020 3:27:43 GMT
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Post by garman on Jan 27, 2020 20:18:09 GMT
Getting closer on having everything completed on the Turbo upgrade. I spent most of this weekend installing my gauges. I went with Prosport (supporting a local company) for the oil temp, oil pressure and boost gauges. Innovate for the wideband. I decided to mount them directly on my instrument cluster surround. It's kinda spaceship looking and I'm not sure if I'm in love with it but the gauges are really easy to see when seated behind the wheel. I'm 3D printing a bracket at work today to mount the boost controller. All of the turbo parts are installed and I just need to button some things up before I start it up. I had an issue with my idle control valve settings on my DIYPNP before the turbo install that I didn't really resolve so I'm trying read up on that subject. The car runs but when I set my ICV to the proper frequency the rpms drop considerably and if it stalls it won't start back up without dropping the frequency back down to the wrong level. I downloaded the basemap from DIYPNP for my year (1999) and started from there but I need to do some more learning before I try any more diagnostic changes. I don't want to blow up my ECU, ignition or engine. Here are some pics of where I'm at:      |
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Post by garman on Feb 21, 2020 21:50:36 GMT
I finally finished up my turbo install and a decent enough tune to get back on the road. OMG, what a huge difference boost makes in these cars. Garrett GT2554. I definitely need bigger tires now. I'm still working on my tuning. This is my first experience with TunerStudio so I'm learning a lot along the way. I can say with confidence that there aren't many cars on the road that can hang with this thing from light to light. It's stupid fast now. I also finally got my personalized plate. I'm really stoked to have gotten this far in my build. I put my deposit down two years ago and now I'm pretty well done. Some pics of the final product:      |
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Post by kevinm on Feb 25, 2020 2:01:01 GMT
I like the headlight and taillights you're using. Where did you source them? Is the taillight multi-color?
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Post by garman on Jun 23, 2020 15:01:56 GMT
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Post by garman on Jun 23, 2020 15:04:02 GMT
I'm working on some underbody additions. Not sure if I'm liking it or not. My family hates it but it's growing on me. I still need to do some more work.  |
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Post by backspace on Jun 23, 2020 15:20:37 GMT
I think it looks great! If you decide to part with it let me know  I'm semi local (Wesley Chapel area) |
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Post by garman on Jun 23, 2020 15:32:13 GMT
I think it looks great! If you decide to part with it let me know I'm semi local (Wesley Chapel area) Thanks! I'll probably just keep tweaking on it for a while to see if I can get it to where I like it. I'm also working on some rear tire pods that attach to the side panels in front of the rear wheels. It's not far enough along for pics though. |
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I'm semi local (Wesley Chapel area)