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S1 Front Splitter Installation

Posted by mambosasa, in Exterior Upgrades 28 June 2011 -

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Hey All,This weekend I decided to install a front splitter ( from Elisepower) and see what difference, if any it makes to the ride and handling. It took longer than anticipated, but pretty straight forward in complexity. Anyway, these are the steps taken.

1. I decided just jack up the car pretty high and placed a couple of safety supports. It was pretty...

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Jrsc Installation - The Installation Part 2

Posted by mambosasa, in Supercharger Installation 25 May 2011 -

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Now, this next step is something that will put off a lot of people running with a Stark conversion. To get the charger to fit, it was necessary to cut the bulkhead a bit to get by-pass valve to fit.

The cut is only about two inches by four inches. I used a dremel to cut the bulkhead, but I am sure there are better ways of doing this. Its not the...

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Jrsc Installation - The Installation Part 1

Posted by mambosasa, in Supercharger Installation 25 May 2011 -

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At this point, the car is pretty much prep'd and ready for the installation of the actual supercharger.

To re-cap, we have in place:-

1. All fuel lines
2. Swirl Pot
3. In-line fuel pump
4. Uprated pressure regulator
5. Secured the fuel filter in place
6. Changed the injector harness/ connectors

Left to do:-

1. Remove the original intake manifold
2....

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Injectors Prep And Installation

Posted by mambosasa, in Supercharger Installation 24 May 2011 -

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Introduction

The standard Honda injectors are not large enough to deliver the required amount of fuel once the supercharger is installed. As such, they will need to be replaced with larger sized ones.

Now, I know there may be some complex calculation that one could go into, however after some research, it seems that...

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Fuel Installation 4 - Fuel Lines & Pump

Posted by mambosasa, in Supercharger Installation 24 May 2011 -

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When considering the fuel line runs, you need to take into account the locations of all key components, the fuel flow direction and access.

The engine supply will pretty much run:-

Main fuel tank -> Swirlpot -> in-line fuel pump -> T piece (Engine/ return) -> Fuel Pressure Regulator -> Swirlpot -> back to the main...

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Fuel Installation 1 - In-Lines & Fuel Pump

Posted by mambosasa, in Supercharger Installation 06 May 2011 -

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So, when it comes to fuel pumps, there are two well documented approaches.

1. Replacing the in-tank OEM pump with one of the uprated ones

2. Install an in-line, engine bay mounted more powerful fuel pump

There are pros and cons for both approaches, however the I decided to go for the in-line route as I believe it to be a lot simpler and should...

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Fuel Installation 3 - Fuel Pressure Regulator

Posted by mambosasa, in Supercharger Installation 06 May 2011 -

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For supercharged K20, you will need to run the fuel at 3.5bar as opposed to 3.0bar for NA setup.

As I already had the Webber FPR, I chose to change the internals for the one I had, rather than buy a replacement.

This, in fact was pretty straight forward.

1. I first removed the regulator from the...

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Fuel Installation 2 - Swirl Pot

Posted by mambosasa, in Supercharger Installation 06 May 2011 -

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I chose to start the work on the fuel system before tackling the supercharger.

Kit:

1. Fuel hoses
2. Fuel pump ( Bosch 044)
3. Wiring/ cables
4. Relay
5. Swirl Pot
6. 3.5 Fuel Pressure Regulator
7. Fittings

Swirl Pot

I decided in going for a two litre swirl pot, but I have read somewhere that you can get away with anything down to 0.5 of a...

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Supercharger Installation - Car Preparation

Posted by mambosasa, in Supercharger Installation 06 May 2011 -

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Car Preparation

I first reversed into the garage, positioning it so that I had clear space and easy access around the car.

Steps:-

1. I raised the car onto two axial stands at the rear. If you opt to do this, you will need to ensure that the car is not too high to allow you to lean over into the engine bay,...

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The Kit List

Posted by mambosasa, in Supercharger Installation 06 May 2011 -

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So, after some searching, I manage to locate a Jackson Racing Supercharger from a US based Motorsports supplier, whom after some negotiations, agreed a very good price.

The main kit list:

1. JRSC - DC5
2. 3.4 pulley
3. 630cc injectors
4. Uprated fuel pump (in-line in my case
5. Exhaust Manifold - to remain as is for now 4-2-1 (not ideal, I know)
6....

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