EZ-E Posted April 6, 2005 Share Posted April 6, 2005 I know that I should either replace or clean the supply line well and make sure it isnt coked with oil and what not, and of course new gaskets as well, but is there anything that I am missing. Like how do you or would you prime the turbo itself, and what other things should I be doing to make sure the install goes without any problems. This is for a 82 280 ZX turbo. any and all knowledge is appreciated. Another thing being this is a T3/T4OE, will I be needing a spacer to make her fit? and what boost would be the same as with the stock T3 at 15#'s? I just want to be safe with this turbo and have a good service life from it. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akeizm Posted April 6, 2005 Share Posted April 6, 2005 Yep, you will need a spacer and a gasket either side of the spacer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yo2001 Posted April 6, 2005 Share Posted April 6, 2005 Run a brand new feed line if you can. It's not worth taking a risk on an old feed line. If possible, run an inline filter also, it's a cheap insurance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clifton Posted April 6, 2005 Share Posted April 6, 2005 You don't need to prime the turbo. It is barely turning at idle. If you are worried you could pull the coil wire and crank till you have oil pressure but it is not needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sims76 Posted April 6, 2005 Share Posted April 6, 2005 EZ-E, Don't forget longer studs for the exhaust manifold. The stock studs aren't long enough for a 1/2" spacer. I bought new studs and nuts from http://www.mcmaster.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EZ-E Posted April 6, 2005 Author Share Posted April 6, 2005 Heh I see why you need the spacer lol. Ill take some pics of my new little toy, I cant wait to get it on there, I have a spacer ordered and waiting for it to get here. I was looking on ebay and other sources and found a few ss braided feed lines, in all sizes, can anyone give insight on the proper size for a new line? Would AN fittings work as well or would I need a adapter to the turbo and the pan where it will be coming from? Also yo2001 what is this inline filter you speak of, care to enlighten me, Ive never seen one less what would be used for fuel in that size, show me what your speaking of please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yo2001 Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 I actually use a motorcycle fuel filter. http://www.dragspecialties.com/fatbook/detail.asp?imageID=H7EEX8548E3HEG5FH6BRO5AC# Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clifton Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 I used AN on my Z but I used metal brake line for my trucks turbo You can get it in larger diameters like the stock line and the NPT adapters at NAPA. It bend easily too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EZ-E Posted April 7, 2005 Author Share Posted April 7, 2005 She sure looks good hehe I cant wait to get this thing going in my car. http://album.hybridz.org/data/500/10561turbo3.JPG http://album.hybridz.org/data/500/10561turbo2.JPG http://album.hybridz.org/data/500/10561turbo1.JPG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zxgtr Posted April 11, 2005 Share Posted April 11, 2005 Is that one of those XS-Power t3/t04e hybirds EZ? What have you thought about for a wastegate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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