Turboglide install on my truck

[eleblanc]

Oohhhh yeah I didn't very well haha.. still 46hp...

does it feel quick enough around town?

Yes, super fine, and for has long has i remember it drove just like it does today...I don't feel it down on power, but never drove a other truck with a 3B

 

[Lantec]

Yes, super fine, and for has long has i remember it drove just like it does today...I don't feel it down on power, but never drove a other truck with a 3B

You might want to look into the accuracy of the dyno? I know several different kinds of dyno would give different readings.

Even if you're suffering from like 30% drivetrain loss, you should be around the 60hp range.

How about the fuel? Have you adjusted the fuel amount before?

 

[eleblanc]

You might want to look into the accuracy of the dyno? I know several different kinds of dyno would give different readings.

Even if you're suffering from like 30% drivetrain loss, you should be around the 60hp range.

How about the fuel? Have you adjusted the fuel amount before?

Nope, not me at least. If my truck is really down 30% on power, i found a fix and get a turbo, this thing will haul a** terribly...lol

Still haven't heard from turboglide.

EDIT: i was also told by the dyno guy, that there dyno is not generous on the numbers. But since they are a subaru impreza speed shop, they told me that they tested a brand new STI from the dealer and it came to 299hp on the dyno, Subaru has it rated a 300. But the power loss through a impreza is way different from a cruiser...

 

[Dougal]

What tyres were you running and how soft were they? On a rolling road dyno that makes a huge difference.
I'd like to see the same car dyno'd both on rolling road and on hub dyno packs to take out the rubber effect totally.

 

[eleblanc]

What tyres were you running and how soft were they? On a rolling road dyno that makes a huge difference.
I'd like to see the same car dyno'd both on rolling road and on hub dyno packs to take out the rubber effect totally.

BF mud 255/85, @ 30 psi.

Will post video shortly

 

[eleblanc]

Here is the first run on 2x4

http://www.ericleblanc.com/gallery/main.php?g2_itemId=3980

 

[eleblanc]

4x4 run

http://www.ericleblanc.com/gallery/main.php?g2_itemId=3984

 

[eleblanc]

i got comments from places they have dyno a 3B in the past, here are the comments.

Dyno results vary dramatically , depending on the gearing/ drive train losses and wheel/tire sizes fitted to the vehicle. Also different dyno's present different results, depending on the engineering standard they are produced for.
We always recommend a before and after dyno test, on the same dyno, under the same atmospheric conditions, if you require an accurate assessment of the power gains. This is why we say "40-45%" more torque and power, as very few people would be prepared to run a complete engine dyno test ( requiring removal of the engine ) .

Looking at the Torque V/S Power curves, I would say this is reasonably indicative of a 3B , with heavy bag tires...However this would only be a guess , as I do not know which standard was used for the test.

Based on these numbers (the 2WD Curves ) , you should have approx 60-65Hp at the wheels once the turbo kit is fitted.

I have my doubts about the actual dyno in your case, as the 4WD and 2WD curves are different and the drive-train calculation does not correctly add up... The Final Calculated engine figure for 2WD shows 62hp where the 4WD shows 57..Where did the other 5Hp go ? The drive train loss figure does not represent a normal calculated value either ( usually 2wd uses around 30% of engine power for drive , and 4WD uses around 50% ). Normal Reduced rolling load figures need to be doubled for accurate engine power calculations, as "drag" load readings only take into account rotational friction, and not reciprocating mass.
Be aware that a workshop dyno is only a "tool" and not a scientific analysis of the vehicle. The missing horsepower could be due to changes in the ambient conditions between the 2 seperate runs, and can be influenced by a variety of other factors. The dyno does not show any specifics, unless you know the "normal" results the dyno produces.
If the operator of the dyno advises that your vehicle is okay, It probably would be safe to believe them. Alternatively , if they think something is not right, your better to have a compression test and engine check over before you go any further.

Shorter but straight to what i wanted to know...

Our records on previouly turbocharged vehicles show 30 kilowatt before turbocharging. 30 kilowatt is 40 hp at the wheels.

 

[Tapage]

Dude .. sincerely I don't know if your TLC runs fast or not .. but looks awesome at video ! congrats for this beauty rig.

 

[Moe R]

2X ! Great looking rig. Try not to read too much into the dyno. When u turbo ur rig you're gonna love it even more than u do now. Congrats on a sweet LC. Diesel just gets it done. I love the smell of diesel in the morning.

 

[eleblanc]

Finally arrived,

Installation already started and i have a question concerning this line in the instructions. could someone point me to the right thing, here is what they say;

Remove vacuum pump oil return banjo bolt and fit combination turbo oil drain, vacuum pump banjo and brass 5/8" hose tail facing 11 o'clock.

Here is a picture so you can let me know which i remove.

 

[eleblanc]

That must be the fitting

 

[eleblanc]

turboglide kit

Kit pictures;

Many more pictures here
http://www.ericleblanc.com/gallery/main.php?g2_itemId=3979

 

[Moe R]

I would start by draining the oil. The return line u want to remove is the larger one above the oil filter not shown in ur pic.

Moe

 

[Moe R]

After u drain the oil and install the turbo then u will probablly be able to judge where the oil supply and return lines go. Best of luck on ur install.

 

[eleblanc]

Here is a other picture.

Can i get away with just pinching the hose, instead of draining all the oil (i've replace the oil one month ago).

 

[lynchmob]

Here is a other picture.

Can i get away with just pinching the hose, instead of draining all the oil (i've replace the oil one month ago).

not much oil should come out of there. it will be messy though

 

[Dougal]

Interesting.

It's either t25 or T28 with a 0.67 A/R exhaust housing. Can you tell us what's written on the tag?
Any chance you can measure the visible diameter of the turbo blades (air in, exhaust out)?

*edit*
Never mind about the tag, I just found that photo

Appears to be a T25.
*/edit*

 

[Tapage]

Interesting.

It's either t25 or T28 with a 0.67 A/R exhaust housing. Can you tell us what's written on the tag?
Any chance you can measure the visible diameter of the turbo blades (air in, exhaust out)?

*edit*
Never mind about the tag, I just found that photo

Appears to be a T25.
*/edit*

.67 AR are not much for a 3B exhaust flow ?

 

[Dougal]

.67 AR are not much for a 3B exhaust flow ?

I'd be much happier with 0.49.
That's what my T25 has, on a 3.9L it starts to boost at 1200rpm, delivers 19psi through to 3500rpm.

I wonder if they picked a big A/R intentionally so people couldn't overboost an engine not designed to take it.