Confirming oil pressure at the turbo
Overview: 

There has been a lot of discussion about proper oiling for Holset and Garret turbos (see these two threads):...
View ArticleFrozenBoost Water to Air IC Install
I wanted to try a water to air intercooler so I could maintain a stock appearing vehicle yet handle the power I'm beginning to make. The stock sidemount was killing my power up top with 200* F intake...
View ArticleIs your 14B Turbine housing trashed, leaking boost?
Hey Guys, not sure how well this has been covered. I tried to post in the tech articles but I am still a newbie. Anyways, I never found much info on this so here is my experience: All 1G Turbo's are...
View ArticleInternal Wastegate actuator fitment fix!
I made a video. View attachment 458391 View attachment 458392
View ArticleWhat the Youtube turbo rebuild didn't show you.
First and foremost this is not a "how to rebuild" there are plenty detailed references on the subject, however some "practices" are incorrect. First off, before you even start your rebuild lets take a...
View ArticleTips for at home turbo rebuilder
With the availability of turbo rebuild kits on the web, its good to see people building their own turbo's. Here's a few tips to keep your turbo running longer and a few things you tube didn't do right....
View ArticleHow to make a 4" hx40 intake pipe that fits a 1g
After seeing many threads asking what to do to make an intake pipe here is the solution that I came up with. Parts required (what I used) extreme psi 4 inch 45 degree aluminum inter cooler pipe ***make...
View ArticleHD Spa Hose Recirculation Tube
This problem may seem very simple to those who are more experienced, but one of the most common issues to new DSM owners is the recirculation hose from the Diverter Valve (aka Blow Off Valve) back to...
View ArticleHolset Oil Drain - The Right Way (HD VIDEO)
The video is linked so that you can easily view it. Further details can be found in the description on youtube if you need them. Hopefully this helps you get your Holset installed and Happy Boosting....
View ArticleHi-Boost **AND** 100% OEM Function From a 1g BOV
There are a lot of BOV options out there but the 1g BOV is hard to beat for it's price, function, and holding capacity. It's one drawback is that it will begin cracking open around 20psi. Until now...
View ArticleRadiator fan removal
Not sure if this goes here. I now know that this is such a simple thing to do, but it hopefully will save someone an hour in the freezing cold trying to figure this out. I just read the other day a...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Holset HX40 Installation
I've been poking around for a little while and didn't see any Holset HX40 installs so Here is my gift to the community & Holset users. I do not accept responsibility for any damage/damages caused...
View Articleshaving and polishing a turbo (any turbo)
So i've been with this site for almost a year now, and i figured i could contribute a little something to the community, so here it goes: *WARNING* Do NOT start this project if you have ANY doubt in...
View ArticleHow to Read a Compressor Map - Video
This was just an informational video that I put together. This information was very useful during my build so I thought I would share it here. One thing to note is that the math to figure out wheel...
View ArticleECMlink Boost Control With Stock Boost Control Solenoid (BCS)
Want to use ECMlink to control boost? We here's how you do it using the stock boost control solenoid. I am using the 1G solenoid, which looks a bit different than the 2G solenoid. The principal is the...
View Article1990 Talon VRSF FMIC install keeping PS cooler and factory oil cooler
Hi all. I know there are other tech articles about how to do this install but this one retains the stock PS cooler and oil cooler in the front of the car and is very simple, even simpler with pictures...
View ArticleClik here to view.
How to repair a cracked 1g oil return line
So, you just installed your new MHI bolt on turbo and found some new oil leaks in your driveway? It could be a leaky turbo oil return line that is causing those spills. This was the case for me when I...
View ArticleStraighten Bent IC/Radiator fins
So after experimenting with a few different methods, I've come up with the best method to straighten even the worst of bent fins. I am doing this on a radiator but the concept is the same for an...
View ArticleTurbo Center Housing Inner Bushing E-clip install
Hello, This is an article on how to install those pesky inner bushing e clips on a turbo center section. Pic 1 shows the housing, OLD bushings and a 10mm 1/4 drive deep socket. Stand the housing on top...
View ArticleHomemade bead roller for intercooler piping
I want to start by saying I was not the one who came up with this, I found it on YouTube. It was super cheap ($12) and very easy to make and I feel it will be very effective so I'm just passing it on...
View ArticleHow to pick the right size intercooler piping (video)
I made a quick informative video on how to choose the proper size intercooler piping to achieve maximum efficiency and spool without being a restriction, This information is from gstryyder and I do not...
View ArticlePorting exhaust housing for an EvoIII 16g
I know there are other threads on this but I wanted to show the results of my port job on the wastegate and report back with how it turns out after I put it back together and take the car out. I...
View ArticleMorrison Fab Turbo Drain
Recently, I had the wonderful opportunity to be a tester for a new product that is in development from Morrison Fab. It is their new Holset Turbo Drain. It comes with a turbo drain fitting that is bent...
View ArticleThread to end all misinformation of EBC plumbing
Hey all. I’m installing an EBC on my evo, coming from a MBC my whole time using turbo cars. and I am reading a ton of different information on evo fourms, here, ecmlink, and other turbo tech fourms. I...
View Article
