Hey guys new to the forums Well I heard this is a good place to get your 2gnt fast and running. I have 97 eclipse with about 165,000 miles on it. I want to turbo the car bad like real bad. So What i need to know what do i have to do to Boost my car. So far this what i have done ever since getting the eclipse last year. Changed timing belts and water pump, Fuel filter changed and radiator fluids flushed and filled. Change oil every 3,000 have short ram intake i just bought on ebay, Also have full cat back system from eBay, and i have tokico blue shocks and eibach sports line springs so I'm lowered 1.5 all around. Then i have HP 18 black evo rims which look real nice. Honestly i dont have the tools to do any mechanical work but the only thing i do myself is change the oil. The only reason because reason i let my buddy the mechanic to do it because I am afraid to mess it up and don't have the know hows to do certain things. also I don't have a garage to do any mechanical work so when i change oil is when i do it very quick on my neighbors driveway. Now i was wondering what else can i do to my car and do i need to do an engine rebuild if i need to boost the car. Also where can i get the parts in order for a rebuild. Also i need to do a compression test to see my engines life. Well later
p.s. I will have pics of car later and then you guys can comment and reccomend on what should i do.
#101471, "RE: What to do..My eclipse" In response to Reply # 0
First off welcome to the best place to learn about 2gnt's
Originally posted by Blackeclipse24 So far this what i have done ever since getting the eclipse last year. Changed timing belts and water pump, Fuel filter changed and radiator fluids flushed and filled. Change oil every 3,000 have short ram intake i just bought on ebay, Also have full cat back system from eBay, and i have tokico blue
That's a good start that you've got all the maintenance issues done
Originally posted by Blackeclipse24 I want to turbo the car bad like real bad. So What i need to know what do i have to do to Boost my car.
There is a huge abundance of info in both the wiki on the main page, and the turbo/nitrous forum here. I recommend starting with GSGoinfast's writeup on putting together a turbo kit, lots of great info in that. It is best to spend a few days reading as you will be able to get an idea of what you want to do for yourself as everyone here is going to have a different opinion on how to go about turbocharging your car.
Originally posted by Blackeclipse24 Also where can i get the parts in order for a rebuild.
There's a few places, concept illusions, howellautomotive... I'm blanking on others.
Originally posted by Blackeclipse24 Also i need to do a compression test to see my engines life.
That's a good start with getting to know your engine.
I contributed to the Wiki! EVO IX - just a really expensive boost gauge and a K&N air filter 96 Eclipse RS -awaiting registration and inspection 95 Eclipse GS - parts car Mods/Profile - http://www.2gnt.com/index.php?d=cs82685
You are in luck, I am doing a writeup on using an eBay turbo and it will be put on my car on friday. They have been known to not be TOO reliable (about 50/50 chance of them working and not) so I am taking a big gamble on trying on out, but it's a cheap fix for the time being.
I turboed my car for around a grand total of $2000, but I know for a fact it can be done for cheaper with good parts still.
There was a little discussion about the eBay 2.4L engine. I would pass on it as the guy has barely any feedback and you want to send him over 3 grand for an engine that you don't know anything about really? Do some research on here before spending any money on anything, it will help you make some good choices with your hard earned money.
Oh, and welcome to the site.
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Originally posted by DR1665 You're welcome to all the beer you can drink, but you have to go get it yourself. Don't get pissy when we point to the fridge and tell you to get it yourself.
There was a little discussion about the eBay 2.4L engine. I would pass on it as the guy has barely any feedback and you want to send him over 3 grand for an engine that you don't know anything about really? Do some research on here before spending any money on anything, it will help you make some good choices with your hard earned money. Oh, and welcome to the site.
In addition to the lack of feedback, there's more work to be done to install a 2.4l, it does not directly drop in, although there is not a ton more work, it would definetly require you to read up on more and decide if a 2.4l is for you.
I contributed to the Wiki! EVO IX - just a really expensive boost gauge and a K&N air filter 96 Eclipse RS -awaiting registration and inspection 95 Eclipse GS - parts car Mods/Profile - http://www.2gnt.com/index.php?d=cs82685
#101479, "RE: What to do..My eclipse" In response to Reply # 8 Sep-13-07 11:24 AM by McFox
I think stock is something around 190-210. Is that right?
The way I do compression checks I use a buddy. Drop the tester in the spark plug hole. Open the TB WOT by jamming a screwdriver in there. Then I crank the engine 6-8 compression cycles. Not sure if there is other ways to do it, that's just how I do it.
Welcome to the site. You can find a lot of information just by searching and reading. Enjoy!
#101483, "RE: What to do..My eclipse" In response to Reply # 9 Sep-13-07 02:58 PM by cs82685
Originally posted by McFox Open the TB WOT by jamming a screwdriver in there. Then I crank the engine 6-8 compression cycles.
Or you can just step on the gas peddle then crank
Don't forget to unplug the fuel relays on the firewall too.
I contributed to the Wiki! EVO IX - just a really expensive boost gauge and a K&N air filter 96 Eclipse RS -awaiting registration and inspection 95 Eclipse GS - parts car Mods/Profile - http://www.2gnt.com/index.php?d=cs82685
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