1/2 way done installing my KB s/c .... some info for those interested.
10-05-2006, 12:24 AM
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RE: 1/2 way done installing my KB s/c .... some info for those interested.
hopefully yes but i personally doubt it will be that much. SN95 and Fox cars are still running at around 4k so i think 25% would probably be a little steep but you never know..
i personally am looking into a twin turbo system but thats just me.
i personally am looking into a twin turbo system but thats just me.
10-05-2006, 01:05 AM
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RE: 1/2 way done installing my KB s/c .... some info for those interested.
ttribe, great advice! i enjoy reading others experiences with installs.
stangcrazy, why a twin setup? you will put down just as much power with a single and have less parts...
Ty
stangcrazy, why a twin setup? you will put down just as much power with a single and have less parts...
Ty
10-05-2006, 09:37 AM
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RE: 1/2 way done installing my KB s/c .... some info for those interested.
When you install your BAP, they suggest running the wires under the car. I ran mine inside the car, the pics will show where.
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10-05-2006, 09:38 AM
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RE: 1/2 way done installing my KB s/c .... some info for those interested.
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10-05-2006, 11:41 AM
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RE: 1/2 way done installing my KB s/c .... some info for those interested.
Last night I finished the intercooler radiator install, put the front end (bumper/grille/fenderliners) back on, relocated the washer fluid bottle and installed the intake and alternator. I did not have to trim the gaskets, but did use a little silicone spray to make them slide in easier. If the silicone spray did not work, I was going to trim them a little.
Still hoping to finish up by Saturday night
Nice to see her finally coming togeather.
Still hoping to finish up by Saturday night
Nice to see her finally coming togeather.
10-05-2006, 02:43 PM
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RE: 1/2 way done installing my KB s/c .... some info for those interested.
I have not read ahead in the instructions, but to install the intake KB says use 89 INCH-pounds of torque ..... that is only around 7.5 FOOT-pounds..... is that the final torque spec for the intake? I can almost do that with my bare hand!
I am trying to make sense of that, but i guess it is what it is.
This is for the 10 allen head bolts holding the intake/IC to the heads.
I am trying to make sense of that, but i guess it is what it is.
This is for the 10 allen head bolts holding the intake/IC to the heads.
10-05-2006, 08:47 PM
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RE: 1/2 way done installing my KB s/c .... some info for those interested.
I know the KB is a long install, but the few extra hours doing the install will all be forgotten very quickly once you're driving it!
It doen't take much to seal the o-ring type gaskets, you got to have a baby torque wrench! That is the spec.
It doen't take much to seal the o-ring type gaskets, you got to have a baby torque wrench! That is the spec.
ORIGINAL: ttribe
I have not read ahead in the instructions, but to install the intake KB says use 89 INCH-pounds of torque ..... that is only around 7.5 FOOT-pounds..... is that the final torque spec for the intake? I can almost do that with my bare hand!
I am trying to make sense of that, but i guess it is what it is.
This is for the 10 allen head bolts holding the intake/IC to the heads.
I have not read ahead in the instructions, but to install the intake KB says use 89 INCH-pounds of torque ..... that is only around 7.5 FOOT-pounds..... is that the final torque spec for the intake? I can almost do that with my bare hand!
I am trying to make sense of that, but i guess it is what it is.
This is for the 10 allen head bolts holding the intake/IC to the heads.
10-06-2006, 10:58 AM
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RE: 1/2 way done installing my KB s/c .... some info for those interested.
Ok so far I have invested about 8 hours Sunday, roughly 3 hours a day after work Monday-Thursday. I have been taking my time and doing things right.
Last night I ran into a couple problems. 1st I was mising some allen head bolts, thank god I had alot of these stashed from previous parts/engines i have worked on.
I completed the intake/intercooler install and hook-ups
Got the new injectors mounted in the old rails and installed/hooked them up
Installed Autolite HT0 spark plugs
Installed the supercharger and throttle body and finished alot of the vaccum connections for it and the EVAP system.
I was pissed! After using the "pucky" (adhesive) on the manifold and SC and lifting that heavy bastard to the intake, I could NOT get the bypass valve to clear the driver side fuel rail/FPR. So I had to disassemble the FPR and loosen the rail, mount the charger, then reinstall the fuel parts. It was about a 20 minute process, so hopefully the adhesive did not dry too much before I got the charger torqued down. I think it will be ok.
So far, minor set-backs on this kit, which is to be expected with any aftermarket parts. But I really think KB should change a few steps in the instructions. It would make things ALOT easier for future buyers/installers.
Last night I ran into a couple problems. 1st I was mising some allen head bolts, thank god I had alot of these stashed from previous parts/engines i have worked on.
I completed the intake/intercooler install and hook-ups
Got the new injectors mounted in the old rails and installed/hooked them up
Installed Autolite HT0 spark plugs
Installed the supercharger and throttle body and finished alot of the vaccum connections for it and the EVAP system.
I was pissed! After using the "pucky" (adhesive) on the manifold and SC and lifting that heavy bastard to the intake, I could NOT get the bypass valve to clear the driver side fuel rail/FPR. So I had to disassemble the FPR and loosen the rail, mount the charger, then reinstall the fuel parts. It was about a 20 minute process, so hopefully the adhesive did not dry too much before I got the charger torqued down. I think it will be ok.
So far, minor set-backs on this kit, which is to be expected with any aftermarket parts. But I really think KB should change a few steps in the instructions. It would make things ALOT easier for future buyers/installers.
10-06-2006, 10:01 PM
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RE: 1/2 way done installing my KB s/c .... some info for those interested.
I didn't have any problems getting the supercharger on the manifold, but it sure is heavy and hard to maneuver in middle of the engine bay. I put mine one by myself and it was no fun. Lining up the bypass hose takes some patience. The bypass hose clamps are tight as well.
If you are missing any bolts, be sure to look in the other packages. They were not always where I expected them to be.
Be sure to let them know where you had problems or there could be improvements.
You're almost there!
If you are missing any bolts, be sure to look in the other packages. They were not always where I expected them to be.
Be sure to let them know where you had problems or there could be improvements.
You're almost there!
ORIGINAL: ttribe
Ok so far I have invested about 8 hours Sunday, roughly 3 hours a day after work Monday-Thursday. I have been taking my time and doing things right.
Last night I ran into a couple problems. 1st I was mising some allen head bolts, thank god I had alot of these stashed from previous parts/engines i have worked on.
I completed the intake/intercooler install and hook-ups
Got the new injectors mounted in the old rails and installed/hooked them up
Installed Autolite HT0 spark plugs
Installed the supercharger and throttle body and finished alot of the vaccum connections for it and the EVAP system.
I was pissed! After using the "pucky" (adhesive) on the manifold and SC and lifting that heavy bastard to the intake, I could NOT get the bypass valve to clear the driver side fuel rail/FPR. So I had to disassemble the FPR and loosen the rail, mount the charger, then reinstall the fuel parts. It was about a 20 minute process, so hopefully the adhesive did not dry too much before I got the charger torqued down. I think it will be ok.
So far, minor set-backs on this kit, which is to be expected with any aftermarket parts. But I really think KB should change a few steps in the instructions. It would make things ALOT easier for future buyers/installers.
Ok so far I have invested about 8 hours Sunday, roughly 3 hours a day after work Monday-Thursday. I have been taking my time and doing things right.
Last night I ran into a couple problems. 1st I was mising some allen head bolts, thank god I had alot of these stashed from previous parts/engines i have worked on.
I completed the intake/intercooler install and hook-ups
Got the new injectors mounted in the old rails and installed/hooked them up
Installed Autolite HT0 spark plugs
Installed the supercharger and throttle body and finished alot of the vaccum connections for it and the EVAP system.
I was pissed! After using the "pucky" (adhesive) on the manifold and SC and lifting that heavy bastard to the intake, I could NOT get the bypass valve to clear the driver side fuel rail/FPR. So I had to disassemble the FPR and loosen the rail, mount the charger, then reinstall the fuel parts. It was about a 20 minute process, so hopefully the adhesive did not dry too much before I got the charger torqued down. I think it will be ok.
So far, minor set-backs on this kit, which is to be expected with any aftermarket parts. But I really think KB should change a few steps in the instructions. It would make things ALOT easier for future buyers/installers.
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