Need feedback: Making a 100% ECOTEC Related Turbo FAQ
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Joined: 06-23-2006
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From: Northeast Ohio in the Lake
Originally Posted by en0oNmAI
HPTuners is already out with a 2.4 program. And like SoCal Mike has said before. If you are not used to seeing all the different tuning parameters then its better left to a professional. Its usually good to know someone who has the program and knows how to use it to either teach you or have it tuned for you on a dyno!...
Thanks for the info though.
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Joined: 03-06-2006
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From: DETROIT
Same basic question, slightly different question...
I'm partial to SUPERCHARGERS... any thoughts/feedback on that?
Also- along with programming (turbo's or SC's)... what *other* considerations/mod's will have to be applied? MAF, Injectors, fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator, etc...??? Just curious...
I'm partial to SUPERCHARGERS... any thoughts/feedback on that?
Also- along with programming (turbo's or SC's)... what *other* considerations/mod's will have to be applied? MAF, Injectors, fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator, etc...??? Just curious...
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Joined: 09-25-2006
Posts: 37
From: Hendersonville, TN
Originally Posted by -md- HHR
NJHK, yes the org was and still is at times just plan inmature. Thats why a lot of us over there missed you when you left. There are FINALLY a growing number of people that are trying to help, but there is still the. "Search first buddy." and no helpful reponse. Also SAC is a administrator. Hes on a banning rampage, which is helping. IMO. but yes all and all there is still to much BS.
HPtunners is also working on the ecotec 2.2 and 2.4 computers, and are unable to get them to listen.
I send pictures of my HHR's brain and gave the serial numbers to chris. He has not gotten back to me in a while regarding the subject.
HPtunners is also working on the ecotec 2.2 and 2.4 computers, and are unable to get them to listen.
I send pictures of my HHR's brain and gave the serial numbers to chris. He has not gotten back to me in a while regarding the subject.
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Joined: 09-25-2006
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From: Hendersonville, TN
Originally Posted by en0oNmAI
HPTuners is already out with a 2.4 program. And like SoCal Mike has said before. If you are not used to seeing all the different tuning parameters then its better left to a professional. Its usually good to know someone who has the program and knows how to use it to either teach you or have it tuned for you on a dyno!
NJHK::: as far as turbo questions... what kind are you looking for? I'm pretty sure if you are building a FAQ like the title says then you aren't looking to be asked about "when is this coming out" or such. How about....
Where can I purchase Ecotec turbo maifolds?
What turbo can I use that will spool fairly quickly and will be best for my small displacement engine?
Should I use internal wastegate or an external? and what are the advantages/disadvantages to either one?
Seeing as how you have already built a turbo Ecotec in a Sunfire... what kind of setup did you use and what have you found that works best for these engines in your search for more power?
NJHK::: as far as turbo questions... what kind are you looking for? I'm pretty sure if you are building a FAQ like the title says then you aren't looking to be asked about "when is this coming out" or such. How about....
Where can I purchase Ecotec turbo maifolds?
What turbo can I use that will spool fairly quickly and will be best for my small displacement engine?
Should I use internal wastegate or an external? and what are the advantages/disadvantages to either one?
Seeing as how you have already built a turbo Ecotec in a Sunfire... what kind of setup did you use and what have you found that works best for these engines in your search for more power?
Cause of the lack of me not having a 2nd job, I have 3 days off, including last night. Yesterday I spent about 5 hrs at a local Panera Bread using their wireless internet while I was typing up this FAQ. Also after that, I went home and spent hours there re-reading and correcting some of the things that I wrote (weird how proof-reading helps lol).
So far, on Microsoft Word, I'm on page #14 with Qs & As and I got some more useful information that I'm about to add.
I already addressed where you can buy manifolds in the faq but I'm gonna look for more places. As far as the advantages and disadvantages between an internal and external wastegate, I think I should touch upon that...so good questioin.
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Joined: 01-13-2006
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From: Tucson, AZ
What does the size of the compressor housing mean to power/spool up?
What trim is good for ecotecs, 50, 57, 60?
What is a T3/T4 hybrid and why is it so popular?
Are there better turbo's to use for certain applications (ie. high hp versus daily driver)?
Does a rear turbo setup really cause bad turbo lag and loss of boost pressure?
What kind of underhood temps can I expect from a mani-mount turbo?
What are the advantages of air to air intercooling?
What are the adv for water to air intercooling?
I live in a hot climate, should I use nitrous to spray the intercooler?
Is an intercooler necessary?
ok I'm done for now!
What trim is good for ecotecs, 50, 57, 60?
What is a T3/T4 hybrid and why is it so popular?
Are there better turbo's to use for certain applications (ie. high hp versus daily driver)?
Does a rear turbo setup really cause bad turbo lag and loss of boost pressure?
What kind of underhood temps can I expect from a mani-mount turbo?
What are the advantages of air to air intercooling?
What are the adv for water to air intercooling?
I live in a hot climate, should I use nitrous to spray the intercooler?
Is an intercooler necessary?
ok I'm done for now!