Lets get things started

[A4Rob]

Well as some of you know, I am starting my build. After 150K of driving, 50K of that on T28, I am ready for an upgrade. I have been working with Issam and Jeff at 034 to create a build that will be strong, powerful, and reliable. As some of you know, I started a build about 2 years ago aquiring a 034 IIc standalone, some fueling components and other misc items. I ditched the project because I was not finished with school yada yada yada. Well, here I am, back just like I said I would.

Plan is to keep it a 1.8 but make it rev :) 8200RPM will be the redline. My AEB head will be sent out for a re-build and to install the new springs and retainers. I am having Chris Tapp tweak one of his programs to fit my needs.

Anyways, on with the goodies.

Garrett GT3071R
MAHLE pistons 8.5.1 CR
Scat 144mm rods
Eurospec main girtle kit
SPA manifold
Tial 38mm ex wastegate
034 fuel rail
034 fuel gauge
034 FPR
034 oil lines
034 track density mounts
630 cc Injectors
Bosch 044 fuel pump
034 FMIC
Innovate wideband w/ gauge
Custom Downpipe
OEM gaskets (new)
OEM oil pump (new)
Raceware hardware
Vortex Catch Can
High Rate Valve spring set
Titanium retainers


Pics are more fun:




upside down lol






I also picked up a spare AEB motor to start the build on. Someone buy my T28 kit! Argggghhh

[317ssayzarc]

still running standalone rob?

[A4Rob]

still running standalone rob?

Never was. I had it but never put it in. I will be running a tweaked CTapp file.

[317ssayzarc]

Never was. I had it but never put it in. I will be running a tweaked CTapp file.

tweaked as in...?

[A4Rob]

More boost, higher redline.

[317ssayzarc]

More boost, higher redline.

i HIGHLY reccomend NOT running the boost via n75... and i hope that 3071 doesnt run out up top, im pretty sure mine will

[A4Rob]

i HIGHLY reccomend NOT running the boost via n75... and i hope that 3071 doesnt run out up top, im pretty sure mine will

My car has not seen a N75 in over 3 years.

[317ssayzarc]

My car has not seen a N75 in over 3 years.

oh good! well the file is MAF based so i doesnt need tweaks for higher boost unless you really want to drop the timing to add boost... that method doesnt produce the best numbers and you shouldnt need to retard timing with your CR anyways... so whats he tweaking besides the redline?

[A4Rob]

Thats pretty much it. Any BAT should make good numbers revving it up. Nothing spectacular. There are probably 20 cars running around with the 3071 + ctapp. I am just running more boost and rev. Hoping for good numbers.

[317ssayzarc]

Hoping for good numbers.

Me too, hopefully you have better luck than me with Tapp

[sixfiveoh]

Holy crap how wide is that TIP? Lol looks like a horse's... well... you know...

[317ssayzarc]

Holy crap how wide is that TIP? Lol looks like a horse's... well... you know...

4" my friend , bout how long you are

[A4Rob]

Me too, hopefully you have better luck than me with Tapp

Makes me want to go uni after reading your thread. Software is the only thing I still need to purchase.

[317ssayzarc]

Makes me want to go uni after reading your thread. Software is the only thing I still need to purchase.

There is no good narrowband tunes for me imo... your setup is fairly generic, mind is far from that... you will have no problems with tapp, he is the best me5 tuner imo, uni the best me7 tuner... i have the 3071r file with 93 and meth tunes on it if you are interested

[A4Rob]

PMing Jake

[A4Rob]

UPDATE:
PES T28 is out. Wow that was a PITA. SPA manifold is on. Turbo is on. I am awaiting my FMIC from 034 and also the V-band clamp kit so I can get started on my downpipe. Monday I plan to make some oil and water lines for the turbo. We have a few stores around town with all the AN fittings I will need. I also installed the 034 fuel gauge. Neato. It is fun seeing this all come together!

Also painted the bay black finally. I have been a real lazy slob.

Yes my valve cover is purple.

[Nebone]

Engine is already built?

[big_greasy_taco]

Engine is already built?

Wondering the same thing, if so that was pretty quick!

[317ssayzarc]

Rob, the ecu, maf and pigtail harness are in the mail... Also I forgot to tell you youd need the metal maf adapter flange to run a 4" filter off of it, so I put that in too... Also included a wire chart for which color goes to which color on my 98.5 AEB, I told Arnold I had an AEB and he sent me that, so I think it shoudl work for you too ... All was carefully packaged up and sent to you yesterday, let me know when you get it!

[Don Supreme]

Wondering the same thing, if so that was pretty quick!

x3

[A4Rob]

Engine is already built?

No, Sorry I should have been more clear. I have not started building it yet. Reason I pulled my T28 off is because I have a buyer for it and he wants it on his car soon. I installed the 3071 while I build my other motor. I plan for that motor to be finished in about a month or so.

[Eurotuned_A4]

gonna watch this very closely. I was considering a build like this since i didnt want to go 2.0....too bad i gotta fix other probelsm on my car first :(

sounds like lots of fun though!

[samx]

Hey Rob,

I've got some AN stuff laying around if you are interested. It won't be everything you need, but I'll give you a good price on it. Shoot me an email.

[A4Rob]

PM sent.

Thanks a lot Samx

[Wizard-of-OD]

lose that gold crank pulley
looking good!

[bassed]

Looks good Rob should be fun!

[Poopie]

your lighting set up is sweet

[A4Rob]

3 days and the turbo setup is finished. I spent a lot of time figuring out how to make all the lines. That sucked but it was a good learning experience.



Chris Tapp intake setup (for search results)


Making the downpipe










Right now my vacuum lines are completely tangled in a mess. I am going to re-route them tomorrow so the car actually runs. Catch can and the wideband will also go in.

It was a LONG day. I am off to bed. VIDEO coming soon!

[Bic-Ball]

cool. gogo diverter valves

[onemoremile]

Nice build!

Love the purple...

Do you rub your junk against that picture when working out? Not that I'm judging anyone or anything...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...m/IMG_2794.jpg

[bassed]

Looking good Rob, I would coat the Manifold if you get the chance with Swaintech.

[a220vt]

Looking good, how did you add that port to the silicone hose for the diverter valve? Also, the lightning MAF likes to have as much straight section before and after the sensor as possible to avoid turbulence. Just something to think about, I went through probably 4 intake setups before I got a car that ran right and wouldn't stall out all the time.

[A4Rob]

Nice build!

Love the purple...

Do you rub your junk against that picture when working out? Not that I'm judging anyone or anything...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...m/IMG_2794.jpg

Me working out? haha no

Looking good Rob, I would coat the Manifold if you get the chance with Swaintech.

Thanks for the advice. I will do that tomorrow

Looking good, how did you add that port to the silicone hose for the diverter valve? Also, the lightning MAF likes to have as much straight section before and after the sensor as possible to avoid turbulence. Just something to think about, I went through probably 4 intake setups before I got a car that ran right and wouldn't stall out all the time.

Hmm that makes sense. I am having some issues with the car stalling right now. Do you have a pic of your setup? Is it in one of the tapp intake threads?

[A4Rob]

Just got back from a trip. The car is not boosting properly. Could it be because of not running the 2nd O2 sensor? The car drives fine, but hesitates to build any boost. It almost seems like my plugs could be fouled out. My Innovate wideband is not installed yet.

Does anyone have any other ideas? My first thought was a boost leak. Hmmm?

[TQMB5]

install your wideband

[Don Supreme]

install your wideband

x2

[a220vt]

Hmm that makes sense. I am having some issues with the car stalling right now. Do you have a pic of your setup? Is it in one of the tapp intake threads?

Here's some not very good pics of my intake setup, I had a different manifold than you though. It's kind of hard to tell in the photos, but the intake goes: airfilter, adapter, maf, steel reducer welded to 90 degree bend. I also found that running the DV port at an angle in the same direction as airflow really helped with driveability as well.




How did you put that hose port for your DV in the silicone hose?

As far as your boosting issue, did you remember to put the fire ring in the wastegate?

[317ssayzarc]

what are you using for boost control Rob?

[bernB5]

Rob, you HAVE to make that inlet longer and wrap up under the frame, or something along those lines. the MAF is way too close to the turbo and the car will most like idle/part throttle like poo.

[A4Rob]

How did you put that hose port for your DV in the silicone hose?

As far as your boosting issue, did you remember to put the fire ring in the wastegate?

Took a plastic PVC adapter used for household plumbing and ported it through. Air sealed it with silicon. Ghetto, but it works.

I got my wastegate through the vortex classifieds, so I have no idea. I will pull it off tomorrow and take a look at it.

what are you using for boost control Rob?

Piggie MBC. Pretty much the brass ones you can make at the hardware store. I have it on the same setting as my T28 setup had.

Rob, you HAVE to make that inlet longer and wrap up under the frame, or something along those lines. the MAF is way too close to the turbo and the car will most like idle/part throttle like poo.

Thanks for the input. I will play around with other options. Right now I am using a ITG foam filter and it is literally about .5" from hitting my AC belt just next to the condenser. I will take a picture tomorrow from under the car looking up.

Once again, thanks everyone for your advice and input.