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Old 11-30-06 | 03:14 PM
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Turbo Newbie

I need to know the procedures for installing 12at Turbo from a late model rx7.

Whats a wastegate?
Where can i get a turbo flange, what thickness should the tubing be for my turbo?
Will 2 1/2" exhaust be enough?
Who can i send my carb to get larger jets installed or how hard is it to do myself?
Whats the product you use to join tubing together at joints..intercooler.
What size of intercooler should is use?
How about this oil line system that i have to install? Where do i tap the block?

Any help will be appretiated, including links. Thanks
Old 11-30-06 | 03:38 PM
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i have some links that would answer 90% of your questions.
although, right now im not at the computer that has those links bookmarked
but to tell you the truth i obtained those links by using the search on here.

also, you should search in the single turbo rx7 section of the forum.
Old 11-30-06 | 03:39 PM
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What turbo are you using, some have internal wastegates, others external.
Are you making your own turbo manifold?
2-1/2 would be a minumum, size will be dependent on your hp.
Carb will need to be boost prepped, contact Rotaryshack.
Silicone connectors with j-bolt clamps.
Depends on turbo and hp outout, again.
You can tap the rear oil cooler line banjo bolt, better option is the ReSpeed block that mounts under the oil filter for adding an aftermarket oil pressure gauge.

Most of your questions are very basic and indicate a lack of research and knowledge. Start studying/searching and buy Corky Bells book, 'Maximun Boost'.
Old 11-30-06 | 03:46 PM
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Alright il do some searching, i was hoping i could find someone that already had done the swap.

Everything helps tho.

The turbo is the 12at turbo that runs 165 hp in the fuel injected 12a motor.
So im guessing that the carbed version would be 140 or a little less, now thats without an intercooler. Im guessing once again, that its going to be about 160 with an intercooler.

Yes i am making my own turbo manifold, if not can i used the stock one?

Im already running msd ignition with 8mm wires and bosh +4s which are fairly hot. Will i have to upgrade my fuel pump?
Old 11-30-06 | 04:36 PM
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yes, i would suggest a walbro 255, or some other highend fi pump. you will also need a boost reference fpr.
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He will also need a Mallory 4309 fpr, which has a port for boost reference.
Old 11-30-06 | 05:15 PM
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So so far i got

Refurbished Carb (Rotary Shack)
Carb Hat - 2.5 inlet (Myself)
Oil Tap from Oil Cooler
Turbo Flange
Turbo Header (myself)
Exhaust Flange
Intercooler (24 x 8 x 2.5)
B0V (Greddy type Rs)
Recirculation Adapter (Greddy Type RS)
Alum Piping Kit
Fuel Pump (Mallory 4309 fpr)
Gauges
Misc Hoses

Coming to a grand total of about 1300 dollars if i piece one together with the stuff that i found
Old 11-30-06 | 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by perfect_circle
yes, i would suggest a walbro 255, or some other highend fi pump. you will also need a boost reference fpr.
Originally Posted by trochoid
He will also need a Mallory 4309 fpr, which has a port for boost reference.

is there an echo...
Old 12-01-06 | 12:54 AM
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You guys posted right at the same time..
Old 12-01-06 | 08:29 AM
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Old 12-01-06 | 08:50 AM
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doh! i forgot the links..
these are old but its all i can help with.

http://www.turboclub.com/turbotech/TurboFun1.htm

http://www.forcedinductions.com/help.htm

http://www.turbobygarrett.com/turbob...o_tech102.html

http://www.turbonation.com/turbo.htm

http://www.rtec.ch/turbo_basics.html

http://www.outbackmotors.com/turbo_basics.htm

i hope this helps a little bit,man.
good luck with the car
Old 12-01-06 | 11:02 AM
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Originally Posted by chedda_j
Fuel Pump (Mallory 4309 fpr)
the mallory 4309 is a fuel pressure regulator, not a pump, so you will also need a high volume/pressure pump.
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