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9-2-2005
Update to my last post....
A lot has happened since then.
The head was 'fine'. The trans was fixed. I re-installed my pistons after cleaning them thoroughly (see thread link in last post for pics).
The car is all back together and running PERFECTLY. Only this time I decided to use C2's 30# software/injectors.
After speaking with a few people about the subject what I've been told could possibly been the cause:
An extremely rich condition causing excessive fuel in the cylinders when I was initially breaking in the motor...which coated the cylinder with unburnt fuel and took away the lubricating properties of the oil. This caused some excessive wear of the cylinder and also did not allow for the rings to seat properly.
Now, if this is really the cause I don't know. But since I put the motor back together it's just fine...and vacuum is reading even closer to 20 then it was before. So, I guess it's "tighter".
And just so you guys know, I was looking through some of my old posts about when I had this motor built and when I installed it...and I had some posts of some very rich conditions and a bad maf sensor AND the wiring too...and this happened as I was just starting my car up for the first time after getting the motor rebuilt.
So, I'm going with that as my cause...
And as long as it doesn't come back i'm fine.
So for any of you guys that are going through a motor rebuild (and turbo) PLEASE make sure all of your tuning is worked out BEFORE you go starting your motor for the first time.
Don't eff around with it. Or you'll end up like me.
On page 12 still bitching about problems with my vr6T.
But now, I have to say that all is well!!!
September 04, 2005
Well,
The motor does have only 750 miles on it and it has been getting progressivly better over the last 300 or so miles.
So maybe it's slowly going away. Who knows. I'll get back to you on it after a few hundred more miles.
September 26, 2005
Since I'm trying to make this a true and complete start to finish Turbo thread I am posting a link to my other thread that has the good news of me passing PA inspection.
This is with C2's 30# setup.
Yay.
December 04, 2005
Just an update for those that wanna keep track of everything that happens with a turbo car:
I think I broke my speedo gear in my trans.
The other day my speedo quit working but at the same time started making noises inside the trans.
Replaced my speed sensor but to no avail.
Will be pulling trans to have it looked at.
Gears shift fine, synchros working perfectly...just no speedo and a rattle inside there that scares me .
Just another thing that can go wrong with just "modest" boost.
So, if you think you won't be putting any "extra" $$$ into your turbo VR6, you're wrong
Another winter project begins...
December 04, 2006
I don't even know where to start with that...
Maybe I'll start another thread for that topic???
EDIT: Here it is
I've already replaced my 2nd, 3rd, and 4th gears...with OEM's.
So, I'm not sure.
February 09, 2006
Update (for those that care):
Car still in the garage. Hoping to fix the trans in the next couple weeks.
I'm actually getting used to not driving it (which is scaring me) . I hope I don't get too used to not driving....
Although I'd love to get my hands on some traction (errr...AWD).
March 11, 2006
Well,
I knew I had something 'not right' with the trans...And I still don't know what it is.
So, I go to back my car into the garage today (it was facing the wrong direction for me to work on it) and then just a very slight noise. Then:
Oil on the driveway,
and this:
OUCH!
So, no more trans.
What sucks is I haven't even driven this car since it started to make a very slight noise.
Funny thing, is after the trans totally broke and spit that piece out, I was still able to drive the car back into my garage!
The fluid was almost like somebody mixed it with Silver paint.
Back to the drawing board! I barely drove this car after Schimmel rebuilt it.
I'm not sure if I should even try to bring it back to him...it may not even be worth the fight. He will probably think I've been putting insane boost through it.
So, I'm in need of a local (se pennsylvania) guy to take a look at the trans.
March 30, 2006
many of you know my other threads but I have always promised updates so that those that read this thread from front to back will know EVERYTHING that has gone wrong (and right)...
My decision to go O2M swap and asking for help on list
Hope this keeps those of you that care in the loop.
My goal is just so those that think it's cheap to just slap a Turbo on (no matter what you think) know what they are getting into.
But I can also say I think I've had some bad luck too.
April 15, 2006
So, I ordered my O2M Swap...
It should be here in the next few days.
Hopefully this holds up better than the O2A trans does. I'm debating on whether to get a bolt kit (if one is available) for it.
I'm holding off on the LSD for now. I'm going to sell my O2A Peloquin and use that cash to get my new turbine housing (.69 or close) and a 3" exhaust.
I've pulled my tranny but it was very hard doing it all on my own - not lots of space in there.
But I was wondering how I'd get the O2M back in by myself.
I had to loosen all three mounts to move the motor a tad to get the tranny out...
So today I just figured it would be just as easy (and would make the swap easier) if I just pulled the motor.
So, now my motor is out again ... And I'm awaiting my o2m.
This will make it easier to swap flywheels/clutch and install the O2M.
I'll keep this thread updated on the progress (for those that care).
This thread has turned into more of a "cradle to grave" type DIY turbo project thread (hopefully the "grave" part happens a ways from now).
April 25, 2006
Update:
So, my O2M gearbox arrived today and my conversion has officially began!
Here's some more pics for those that care:
And yep...I pulled the motor again b/c it almost makes it easier to complete:
And the motor anxiously awaiting another trip into the bay (only this time mated to a 6speed )
To Dean at BVAmotorsports for getting me this tranny setup only 10 days after I put down a deposit!!!!
Just look at how well crated it was!
This is how you do business!
May 17, 2006
UPDATE:
Sold my O2A trans to Paul ("10sec-rabbit") and he pulled everything apart.
Looks like (for the most part) the trans is in pretty good shape except for the actual bolt kit sheared off of the diff. Not good. Still wondering how that happened.
Some pics:
Here's a good pic of all of the bolts that just sheared off:
And why my speedo quit working
