http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/index.php?app=blog Community Blog List Syndication Thu, 25 Aug 2011 02:20:10 +0000 webmaster@midlandslotus.co.uk (Midlands Lotus Owners Club (MLOC)) IP.Blog 60 http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-146-oil-cooler-ali-radiator/
As you may have noticed reading through the installation, I opted not to install an oil cooler and upgrade the standard radiator as part of the original installation.

Apart from time, I really wanted to see whether or not the charger installation would work effectively without having the need to install these two...]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:05:00 +0000 http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-146-oil-cooler-ali-radiator/ http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-145-s1-front-splitter-installation/
1. I decided just jack up the car pretty high and placed a couple of safety supports. It...]]> Tue, 28 Jun 2011 21:59:00 +0000 http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-145-s1-front-splitter-installation/ http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-144-jrsc-installation-the-installation-part-2/
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...]]> Wed, 25 May 2011 21:13:00 +0000 http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-144-jrsc-installation-the-installation-part-2/ http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-143-jrsc-installation-the-installation-part-1/
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...]]> Wed, 25 May 2011 19:52:00 +0000 http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-143-jrsc-installation-the-installation-part-1/ http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-142-injectors-prep-and-installation/ 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...]]> Tue, 24 May 2011 19:39:00 +0000 http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-142-injectors-prep-and-installation/ http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-141-fuel-installation-4-fuel-lines-pump/
The engine supply will pretty much run:-

[size="3"][i]Main fuel tank -> Swirlpot -> in-line fuel pump -> T piece (Engine/ return) -> Fuel Pressure Regulator -> Swirlpot -> back...]]> Tue, 24 May 2011 19:02:00 +0000 http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-141-fuel-installation-4-fuel-lines-pump/ http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-140-fuel-installation-1-in-lines-fuel-pump/
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...]]> Fri, 06 May 2011 21:59:00 +0000 http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-140-fuel-installation-1-in-lines-fuel-pump/ http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-139-fuel-installation-3-fuel-pressure-regulator/
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...]]> Fri, 06 May 2011 21:34:00 +0000 http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-139-fuel-installation-3-fuel-pressure-regulator/ http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-138-fuel-installation-2-swirl-pot/
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...]]> Fri, 06 May 2011 21:10:00 +0000 http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-138-fuel-installation-2-swirl-pot/ http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-137-supercharger-installation-car-preparation/ 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...]]> Fri, 06 May 2011 21:02:00 +0000 http://www.midlandslotus.co.uk/forum/blog/32/entry-137-supercharger-installation-car-preparation/