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[Siestarider]

This has probably been answered in this thread but that's a lot of pages to go through. So I'd just like to ask how many people installed this themselves? I've never done a turbo swap on a car but I'll be damned if I'm paying anyone to do this for me for more than he price of the turbo itself. I have access to a lift but I have to install in one day. So I was wondering how long it took to change and how hard the removal and replacement is? Any little tips to make this go faster? I'll be doing all the work myself and with the help of my wife.

Keep your computer handy, the forum has lots of pictures that can help when you hit a tough spot. I recommend SS's "how to" thread for a good overview.

The biggest problem is some fasteners are balky and hard to get at. For example, when I removed my exhaust manifold, all but one fastener took the stud out of the head instead of just the nut coming off the stud. No biggie, soak in PB Blaster, clinch stud in vise at non-threaded middle, turn nuts off.

I also had a couple spare downpipe bolts just in case I broke one off in turbo exhaust housing, that seems a relatively common issue. Mine came out fine, but I did soak them overnight.

I put all the important fasteners back in with anti-seize, never know when you will be modding your own mods, make it easy on yourself. Big hands are a handicap, so is a bad left elbow and a bad back. Even with all those, Hijinks estimate of time is about right for your first one.

 

[re-rx7]

Anyone have a link to the "how to" I made a long time ago?
Also, some of the 13mm nuts on the turbine and exhaust manifold are actually 1/2". 13mm may work, but 1/2 is better.

3/8 ratchet not 3/4 lol


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A lot of the pics don't work anymore.

 

[frankiefiesta]

I did it myself. First time installing a turbo. Can't put a total time because I did it over the course of 3 days. It was not hard, just time consuming. With that said. If you can find someone to install it for cheap, do it. I found a ford tech that's going to install my new big turbo and aux fuel for $600. I think that's a decent deal

 

[re-rx7]

I did it myself. First time installing a turbo. Can't put a total time because I did it over the course of 3 days. It was not hard, just time consuming. With that said. If you can find someone to install it for cheap, do it. I found a ford tech that's going to install my new big turbo and aux fuel for $600. I think that's a decent deal

Lol I'm doing the same. Ford tech.

 

[Sourskittle]

I charge $250 to install one.



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[Quisp]

I charge $250 to install one.



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I'm in Haines city. I'll definitely take you up on that when I'm ready.

 

[Sourskittle]

I'm in Haines city. I'll definitely take you up on that when I'm ready.

I do them fairly often
Just lmk and we will get it done.


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[BronxBomber]

I do them fairly often
Just lmk and we will get it done.


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Bryan installed mine. Just don't talk to him too much and he'll have you out of there in no time. LMAO!!

 

[re-rx7]

I think I may be the only guy that will have a Cyborg in the Mid south area lol. Oh well, ready to get this bizznatch on and tuned!

 

[BronxBomber]

I think I may be the only guy that will have a Cyborg in the Mid south area lol. Oh well, ready to get this bizznatch on and tuned!

What supporting mods do you have on the car??

 

[re-rx7]

Pretty much the same as my old. Cobb ic, accessport, rmm, going to a depo dp and stock exhaust.

 

[Sourskittle]

Bryan installed mine. Just don't talk to him too much and he'll have you out of there in no time. LMAO!!

It's def a lot quicker if you drop it off, lol. I get to talking about cars and it's all over after that, better call home, your gonna be late for dinner, lol


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[BronxBomber]

It's def a lot quicker if you drop it off, lol. I get to talking about cars and it's all over after that, better call home, your gonna be late for dinner, lol


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On the other hand, we did have some good conversations about cars and life in genera. Look forward to hanging out again. Just let me know when we can do the wastegate. I'll bring drinks this time.

 

[re-rx7]

Brian has been awesome. Turbo shipped out today same day I sent payment. Incredible shipping

 

[BronxBomber]

Bryan is a cool dude. Hey #Sourskittle. Any word on when the wastegate will be ready? Chomping at the bit to finish my tune. Been running pump gas all this time. Itching for some E-30 love.

 

[Sourskittle]

Bryan is a cool dude. Hey #Sourskittle. Any word on when the wastegate will be ready? Chomping at the bit to finish my tune. Been running pump gas all this time. Itching for some E-30 love.

You're wastegate is ready now
But I'm chasing babies all weekend. Maybe Monday or Tuesday you can meet me at the shop while I'm mocking Volvo stuff up


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[BronxBomber]

You're wastegate is ready now
But I'm chasing babies all weekend. Maybe Monday or Tuesday you can meet me at the shop while I'm mocking Volvo stuff up


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I hear ya. Gotta be a daddy sometimes. I'll touch base with you Monday. Have a good weekend Bryan.

 

[Sourskittle]

Victor, you wanna come see me this evening ? Should be in the shop by 5pm
Congrats on your tuner upgrade as well


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[BronxBomber]

Victor, you wanna come see me this evening ? Should be in the shop by 5pm
Congrats on your tuner upgrade as well


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lol. just stent you a text. I'll let you know by 5pm if I can make it today. How long do you think it will take due to having to wait for cool down?

 

[Sourskittle]

I see the future of this thread....


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