jtothawhat is about to bust a 1.6
07-26-2011, 11:58 AM
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Because Wideband placement is important.
yeah but this isn't the same, it's at 3 o' clock. had mine there for 5 years now still on my orginal sensor.
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07-26-2011, 12:21 PM
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I'd also like to know why that's not a good spot for the o2 sensor. It's away from damaging heat, easy acess, and within the recommended 12-3 o'clock range. 3 o'clock is the magic number, not 2. Also, there's no moving parts around it, and wiring through the shifter is not uncommon.
I wish I could have done 3.5" from the turbo back, but there's not much room to work with between the steering shaft, shelf, and tranny. The outlet on the EFR is 3" so I'd need a couple of inches behind the turbo for a transition before the first bend.
I'm sure the bigger exhaust alone will make a difference though. Adding a bigger exhaust to any factory turbo car with stock DP gives a decept boost in performance. I don't see why this would be any different.
I wish I could have done 3.5" from the turbo back, but there's not much room to work with between the steering shaft, shelf, and tranny. The outlet on the EFR is 3" so I'd need a couple of inches behind the turbo for a transition before the first bend.
I'm sure the bigger exhaust alone will make a difference though. Adding a bigger exhaust to any factory turbo car with stock DP gives a decept boost in performance. I don't see why this would be any different.
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07-26-2011, 12:36 PM
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Innovate says "Best position is between 10:00 and 2:00 position". 3 is def not recommended and in the case of my own customer, destroyed the sensor in 15-20 minutes IIRC. As usual, YMMV.
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07-27-2011, 11:43 AM
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I've always though it to be between 12 and 3. Maybe they changed it, maybe I've been wrong all along. I do see a warning on their installation manuals that reads:
From personal experience alone, I would feel comfortable with the sensor in the current location, but, Jason, it's your choice if you want me to plug this one and place a bung on top, let me know. Not a problem at all.
The bigger piping makes it harder to reach your hands/tools in there to install and remove, but I suppose it's not something that will be coming on/off regularly.
Abe
Originally Posted by innovate
Do NOT install the Bung below the 3 o'clock or 9 o'clock position.
Condensation can form in the exhaust pipe and permanently damage the sensor.
6 o’clock is the absolute worst position to mount the sensor.
Condensation can form in the exhaust pipe and permanently damage the sensor.
6 o’clock is the absolute worst position to mount the sensor.
The bigger piping makes it harder to reach your hands/tools in there to install and remove, but I suppose it's not something that will be coming on/off regularly.
Abe
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07-30-2011, 06:52 AM
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Quick update, I went ahead and bought the 949 Twin Disk; I decided that it would be better then the Spec Stage V simply due to the street driving I do--even though more expensive. I figure it would be easier on the transmission as well, also, I also went ahead and got the 949 Carbon Fiber mirrors I have wanted forever.
Next decision is wheels...everyone has 6ULs, what do you guys think of the new Konig Flatouts wrapped in 225/45/15 R888s?
EDIT: I also contacted FM about a Quiafe transmission, I guess they have a few in stock...just waiting to hear back from them.
Next decision is wheels...everyone has 6ULs, what do you guys think of the new Konig Flatouts wrapped in 225/45/15 R888s?
EDIT: I also contacted FM about a Quiafe transmission, I guess they have a few in stock...just waiting to hear back from them.
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07-30-2011, 07:16 AM
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Very nice wheel for the price, although similar to the kosei k1. Not that that's a bad thing, k1s are very nice on a miata, but if you're concerned about originality...still going to be rarer than 6ul I suppose. Keep in mind they fit a 11" BBK, but won't fit a 11.75" BBK. Go 6ul for that.
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07-30-2011, 11:46 PM
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I would be running the same size tire if I ran a 9 and if I ran an 8. Whats the difference as far as street driving/traction goes? I know on the track a 9 is faster, but I am not tracking it.
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07-31-2011, 04:09 AM
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Almost done! The manifold and dump tubes will be ceramic coated as well. I am going to see if Abe can make the transition of the merge in the dump a little smoother, more of a Y merge then a T merge.
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