Sick build dude. I really appreciate you taking the time to lay it all out for us. Now that some time has passed, any regrets? Are you still running the stock ECU? AFR still looking good?
Thanks man, happy to lay it out. I'm still on the stock ECU with the rising rate fuel pressure regulator and upgraded fuel pump, the AFR's stay plenty safe with that setup but it can sometimes be quirky, like the AFR's go up when engine braking, idk if that's normal. I'm sure it could make more power more efficiently with an aftermarket ECU but it is impressively good how it is.
Love this video ! Love the truck ! You did a great job sir! I'm turbo charging my hardbody in a couple months. Between you and the local losers, I'm confident I can make it happen. Thanks for the video would love to see more ! Well done
Thanks I appreciate it! You're gonna love the turbo on your truck! Also, definitely watch my video with the fuel pump upgrade you'll want that, Best of luck!
Yeah I do, don't know why I didn't post it with the video. Hot Side: Manifold studs www.amazon.com/dp/B07KLV1GJ7/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_F2F276J75FX5BJWCSCY1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Rev 9 turbo Manifold www.ebay.com/itm/Rev9-Cast-Turbo-Manifold-T3-T3T4-Hybrid-Bolt-On-For-NISSAN-KA24E-SOHC-Motor-/151746780869?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0 Tail Sport 38mm wastegate (5lb spring) Facebook Marketplace (try eBay equivalent) Downpipe flange www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-T3-T4-TurboCharger-Exhaust-Plate-5-BOLT-Downpipe-FLANGE-WELDABLE-/231202490234?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0 Custom down pipe (x2 2-1/2” 90° elbows) www.autozone.com/emission-control-and-exhaust/exhaust-pipe-adapter-connector/p/surebilt-2-1-2in-90-degree-exhaust-elbow/61526_0_0 Wastegate dump tube www.ebay.com/itm/35mm-38mm-Steel-Pipe-Wastegate-Dump-Tube-Elbow-Actuator-Pipe-Kit-90-Degree-/234300253684?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0 AEM Wideband O2 sensor www.summitracing.com/parts/avm-30-0300?seid=srese1&gclid=CjwKCAiA1JGRBhBSEiwAxXblwWO8TQ0F6IWSKdTLKT7SeW1pQ48n1Hk869d3iApwkrh1Gfj5MdOfsBoCjh8QAvD_BwE Cold side: Mishimoto Intercooler Facebook Marketplace (www.mishimoto.com/mishimoto-universal-intercooler-small.html) (eBay has much cheaper knockoffs) X2 2-1/2” x 18” aluminum intake pipe www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-294511 Intake hat from 1996-2002 GM 4.3l (S10, Blazer, Sonoma, Jimmy, Bravada) Salvage yard X1 2” to 2.5” silicone 90° coupler www.ebay.com/itm/2-5-to-2-inch-Black-Silicone-Reducer-Coupler-90-Degree-w-2x-T-Bolt-Clamps-/373185031896?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0 X2 2.5” silicone 90° coupler www.ebay.com/itm/2-5-90DEGREE-ELBOW-TURBO-INTAKE-PIPING-SILICONE-COUPLER-HOSE-T-CLAMPS-/252330756373?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0 X1 2.5” to 3.5” silicone 45° coupler www.ebay.com/itm/3-5-To-2-5-45-Degree-Reinforce-Black-Silicone-Hose-Reducer-Coupler-Pipe-Intake-/324776630818?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0 Clamps for each coupler eBay (look for sellers that include the clamps with the coupler) Air filter and Breather www.amazon.com/dp/B0097JKBDG/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_EQWEHV9GXM1KQW6RRBHB?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 www.amazon.com/dp/B082YD5L6B/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_J7AD1SQF8S05YDMTMMGP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Turbo: T3/t4 turbo (I’m not sure on size) Facebook Marketplace (eBay) Universal turbo oil kit (feed line, drain line, fittings, gaskets) www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-Turbo-Oil-Line-Kit-Feed-Return-Drain-Flange-T3-T4-T04E-Oil-Pan-Plug-/313039432336?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0 Weld in oil drain bung 10AN www.ebay.com/itm/AN10-10-MALE-BILLET-1018-MILD-STEEL-WELD-ON-WELD-IN-FITTING-BUNG-QTY-1-/173438115065?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0 (Non weld in bungs could work too) Miscellaneous: Boost gauge www.harborfreight.com/2-inch-led-lit-boost-vacuum-gauge-98478.html Fuel pressure regulator www.amazon.com/dp/B0748C9BKM/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_GK69WVWX6WNW7Y5GSNZH?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Fuel rail adapter (I don't recommend this one but it's what I used, had to "make" it fit) www.amazon.com/dp/B079ZW3NGN/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_Q2Z58JSP3GC3T6YPQPTR?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Vacuum/boost line (boost gauge, wastegate, should be included if buying new) Auto parts store Add a fuse kit (power for Wideband) www.amazon.com/dp/B07TBRM45F/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_G40G1728M8X7EYWMECP8?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Great video it’s pretty informal than most outdated vids. Can’t wait to see some skid videos haha. I might do the turbo this summer just looking for an ecu so that I don’t blow it up trying to skid the truck haha
Thanks! I'm keeping an eye out for an ecu as well so that I can up the boost lol, but with the low boost it's on I'm comfortable without one for now. Skids videos are coming soon for sure!
If you keep boost low (id say max 8psi) you can get away without a different ecu, just more fuel and fuel pressure. Its not as reliable and probably wont make the same power as a proper ecu would, but it does work.
Same! I've been someone else running stock, I can't remember the channel/garage but the two guys with the Nissans, the reg cab is red white and black body panels and the solid red extended cab, the red ex cab I believe is factory ECM.
Very nice! How did you get the 4.3 hat to seal for boost? I grabbed one from the yard but the dia is just a little bigger than my KA's throttle housing.
Yeah mine is a little bit larger too, but with the rubber gasket from the KA's throttle body (id recommend a new one), as long as its centered, it is close enough to seal up.
The motor is still going strong, It ended up needing a stronger fuel pump to keep up with the higher pressure. Overall the setup is still good, it does have its quirks though. I need to make a follow up video and show how its going.
I know you did not dyno. Is it fitted with stock clutch? And how does it feel when shifting before and after turbo installation. I'm trying to buy everything you should before adding more power and want to know how it feels driveablilitywise.
I left it on a stock clutch for a while, it probably wore it out a bit quicker trying to drift it but yeah it started to slip the clutch under boost. The stage 2 cheap ebay clutch in it now is holding the power nicely though and now that its broken in is still very streetable.
Question did you get the ecu custom tuned. Or is it all stock with the addition of a fuel pressure regulator thats boost referenced to add fuel. Are injectors stock?
Most of it I learned from the Local Losers 520 TH-cam channel, specifically their simple turbo series they did on their red truck. Stone Broke Garage has a great videos too that I learned from as well.
Yep mine's straight stock, for low boost (8lbs or less) seems to be fine. If you want to go higher, then forged pistons, rods, crank, arp head studs, all that stuff.
Any noticeable increase in power? I'm on the fence of going megasquirt or just keeping it simple since I don't have intention of going over 10lbs / 200hp. Do you know if it's temperamental during cold starts or at altitude?
Yeah I'd say it was a noticable increase, it's not neck breaking but definitely more pep in boost. I haven't had any issues with cold starts, that said I haven't done a real cold, cold start yet since I finished it early spring. Also haven't taken it to anywhere with any real altitude so I don't have an answer there either, sorry. Megasquirt is definitely the end game goal for me, but I'm happy with the low boost budget build as a starting point to build on.
Great video and thanks. Quick question.. With the stock o2 sensor, what did you do in place of that? Did the wide band have a leg to feed the stock ecu or was it eliminated?
I eliminated the stock O2 sensor, I've been meaning to do some experimenting with adding it back in to see how it effects things. However it runs well with out it.
@@jesusortega6997 I started with the stock fuel pump with close to 60psi, I now have a Walbro 255 fuel pump and have it set on 50psi fuel for 8psi of boost
I didn't do anything too special, removed the S10 clip from underneath, used a paper plate to make a template of the Hardbody throttle body to transfer holes, drilled holes in the hat, used the Hardbody rubber gasket and wing nuts.
I believe your Frontier will have a ka24de engine, which will need a different exhaust turbo manifold or header to what I have on my ka24e. But honestly that's about the only vehicle specific part I bought for this. With the ka24de you'll be able to look at what the 240sx guys with ka24de's are using and follow their lead.
Yep seemed to, fit was great, little bit longer than the Nissan ones. Real easy to put in with the allen wrench. Local Losers 520 recommend these, they've run them for longer than me and haven't reported any issues.
@@NipponSpeedWorks So it's on the stock tune, but the fuel pressure regulator that I have on it is an adjustable rising rate, and the fuel pump is higher flowing. So I'm using that to force more fuel during boost despite what the ecu is doing. I then verify that I have fuel pressure set correctly by watching the afr gauge, and it runs very well with this set up at low boost. I wouldn't trust it above 8psi.
@@NipponSpeedWorks yep old school is the vibe for now lol. Yeah I'd definitely say there's a noticable increase in power, I find I don't have to downshift for hills and to accelerate like I used to NA. So it's a more enjoyable drive. Off the line I can definitely feel the boost kick in, it's laggy as can be but definitely helps it out.
Neither, stock tune and ecu. I just run a higher flowing fuel pump with a boost reference fuel pressure regulator set higher than stock (about 50-55psi). It works okay, it's admittedly not the greatest performance one could get.
What's up bro..I love your turbo setup 💪🏽... I have a 96 as well but its automatic, you think I could still replicate your setup? I dont need it to drift or race or anything like that...since it's my daily car, I would just like to keep up with traffic, my truck is super slooooow...would you recommend your route or do you have another idea to give my truck some power n speed...any advice would be much appreciated bro, ty again and keep up the awesome work on your truck 👊🏽🤙🏽
Thanks! I think your auto would do just fine with this setup, I know there are slight differences in ecu's from the manual but I don't think that will matter. Since it is your daily you will want to take some extra precautions to keep it reliable, primarily I would recommend upgrading your fuel pump and using a good quality FPR or if you use the one I did, put the good quality internals in it (there's a video on my channel for both of those). The main issues since going turbo that I've had were those 2 things. If you can afford it, the best way to keep the engine reliable and safe is a standalone ECU and a reputable shop to tune it, just throwing that out there, there are certainly risks to doing this sort of thing. Definitely check on your timing chain, especially if it rattles, before you turbo it. Specifically the plastic part of the chain guide, I slid a new plastic guide through the valve cover on mine when I started on the turbo. Also keep in mind that it's highly recommended, (especially with this extremely low tech tuning system), that you run 91-93 octane fuel. As a daily that may be a turn off for you. Other than that, keep your turbo small (T28 size is ideal) and keep your boost low for reliability sake. As far as increasing speed without the turbo, there's the basics: tune up (spark plugs and wires, dizzy cap and rotor, new fuel and air filters), cold air intake, less restrictive exhaust. Can't really go wrong there. I've also heard of guys advancing the timing a little and running on 91-93 octane to gain a small amount of power. (Needs a timing light and some knowhow) One other thing you could try is changing your rear gear set, idk what comes in the auto trucks but if you can find one of the higher ratio rear ends that will help acceleration. Hope some of that was useful!
@@jonsgarage2882 thanks for your advice bro..so I was doing the EGR delete and when I was trying to remove the pipe that goes between engine n firewall..I found out that my exhaust manifold is cracked badly...so I'm thinking it is the reason why I have lack of power and acceleration..what do you think? Thanks again for any response that you may give me.
@Jon's Garage not probably. It's been proven the S13 head on the truck block outperforms the truck head and manifolds. You can't run an s13 block cause the whole front sump/rear sump shit between the 2 but the head and extending the MAF wire and running a 240 ecu would work however with boost running megasquirt is probably the safest bet. Plus stand-alone ECUs give you more tunability. Your turbo ain't too big you just don't have the air movement to make it do its job efficiently. A cam will help that as well as a better flowing manifold such as the s13 ones. Even the xcessive one is great
5lb for now. I'll bump up to 8 with bigger injectors and fuel pump eventually, just to see what happens. Don't know if I'll take it higher than that or not
We found it was pretty happy where it was which should be stock at 10 degrees btdc. I've been meaning to put a light on it and see if it is still at 10.
Hey man awesome build, what AFR/Fuel pressure did you end up setting yours at? And after that, have you retarded your ignition timing any? I’m doing something similar to my hardbody, wanting to make sure it’s as safe and powerful as possible. Keep up the good work man
Links to both are in the description, it's an AEM X-series wideband O2 for afr, and an Osias FPR from Amazon. But I end up putting a genuine Aeromotive diaphragm in the the knock-off FPR, I have a video about it. I did not change timing it's still at 10 degrees, seems happy there so I didn't mess with it.
dude, this was super helpful, thanks a ton, my dude!
Glad it helped!
Nice job man. Very clean and inconspicuous and kept it cheap in cost.
Very nice thx for the vid.
Sick build dude. I really appreciate you taking the time to lay it all out for us. Now that some time has passed, any regrets? Are you still running the stock ECU? AFR still looking good?
Thanks man, happy to lay it out. I'm still on the stock ECU with the rising rate fuel pressure regulator and upgraded fuel pump, the AFR's stay plenty safe with that setup but it can sometimes be quirky, like the AFR's go up when engine braking, idk if that's normal. I'm sure it could make more power more efficiently with an aftermarket ECU but it is impressively good how it is.
@@jonsgarage2882 thanks broski!
Love this video ! Love the truck ! You did a great job sir! I'm turbo charging my hardbody in a couple months. Between you and the local losers, I'm confident I can make it happen. Thanks for the video would love to see more ! Well done
Thanks I appreciate it! You're gonna love the turbo on your truck! Also, definitely watch my video with the fuel pump upgrade you'll want that, Best of luck!
How's the truck doing today ? Still holding up ?
Got a parts breakdown list for everything posted somewhere? I'd like to know exactly what all I need
Yeah I do, don't know why I didn't post it with the video.
Hot Side:
Manifold studs
www.amazon.com/dp/B07KLV1GJ7/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_F2F276J75FX5BJWCSCY1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Rev 9 turbo Manifold
www.ebay.com/itm/Rev9-Cast-Turbo-Manifold-T3-T3T4-Hybrid-Bolt-On-For-NISSAN-KA24E-SOHC-Motor-/151746780869?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
Tail Sport 38mm wastegate (5lb spring)
Facebook Marketplace (try eBay equivalent)
Downpipe flange
www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-T3-T4-TurboCharger-Exhaust-Plate-5-BOLT-Downpipe-FLANGE-WELDABLE-/231202490234?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
Custom down pipe (x2 2-1/2” 90° elbows) www.autozone.com/emission-control-and-exhaust/exhaust-pipe-adapter-connector/p/surebilt-2-1-2in-90-degree-exhaust-elbow/61526_0_0
Wastegate dump tube
www.ebay.com/itm/35mm-38mm-Steel-Pipe-Wastegate-Dump-Tube-Elbow-Actuator-Pipe-Kit-90-Degree-/234300253684?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
AEM Wideband O2 sensor
www.summitracing.com/parts/avm-30-0300?seid=srese1&gclid=CjwKCAiA1JGRBhBSEiwAxXblwWO8TQ0F6IWSKdTLKT7SeW1pQ48n1Hk869d3iApwkrh1Gfj5MdOfsBoCjh8QAvD_BwE
Cold side:
Mishimoto Intercooler
Facebook Marketplace (www.mishimoto.com/mishimoto-universal-intercooler-small.html)
(eBay has much cheaper knockoffs)
X2 2-1/2” x 18” aluminum intake pipe
www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-294511
Intake hat from 1996-2002 GM 4.3l (S10, Blazer, Sonoma, Jimmy, Bravada)
Salvage yard
X1 2” to 2.5” silicone 90° coupler
www.ebay.com/itm/2-5-to-2-inch-Black-Silicone-Reducer-Coupler-90-Degree-w-2x-T-Bolt-Clamps-/373185031896?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
X2 2.5” silicone 90° coupler
www.ebay.com/itm/2-5-90DEGREE-ELBOW-TURBO-INTAKE-PIPING-SILICONE-COUPLER-HOSE-T-CLAMPS-/252330756373?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
X1 2.5” to 3.5” silicone 45° coupler
www.ebay.com/itm/3-5-To-2-5-45-Degree-Reinforce-Black-Silicone-Hose-Reducer-Coupler-Pipe-Intake-/324776630818?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
Clamps for each coupler
eBay (look for sellers that include the clamps with the coupler)
Air filter and Breather
www.amazon.com/dp/B0097JKBDG/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_EQWEHV9GXM1KQW6RRBHB?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
www.amazon.com/dp/B082YD5L6B/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_J7AD1SQF8S05YDMTMMGP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Turbo:
T3/t4 turbo (I’m not sure on size)
Facebook Marketplace (eBay)
Universal turbo oil kit (feed line, drain line, fittings, gaskets)
www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-Turbo-Oil-Line-Kit-Feed-Return-Drain-Flange-T3-T4-T04E-Oil-Pan-Plug-/313039432336?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
Weld in oil drain bung 10AN
www.ebay.com/itm/AN10-10-MALE-BILLET-1018-MILD-STEEL-WELD-ON-WELD-IN-FITTING-BUNG-QTY-1-/173438115065?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
(Non weld in bungs could work too)
Miscellaneous:
Boost gauge
www.harborfreight.com/2-inch-led-lit-boost-vacuum-gauge-98478.html
Fuel pressure regulator
www.amazon.com/dp/B0748C9BKM/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_GK69WVWX6WNW7Y5GSNZH?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Fuel rail adapter (I don't recommend this one but it's what I used, had to "make" it fit) www.amazon.com/dp/B079ZW3NGN/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_Q2Z58JSP3GC3T6YPQPTR?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Vacuum/boost line (boost gauge, wastegate, should be included if buying new)
Auto parts store
Add a fuse kit (power for Wideband)
www.amazon.com/dp/B07TBRM45F/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_G40G1728M8X7EYWMECP8?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Great video it’s pretty informal than most outdated vids. Can’t wait to see some skid videos haha. I might do the turbo this summer just looking for an ecu so that I don’t blow it up trying to skid the truck haha
Thanks! I'm keeping an eye out for an ecu as well so that I can up the boost lol, but with the low boost it's on I'm comfortable without one for now. Skids videos are coming soon for sure!
Mega squirt is what you want
Where did you get the headlamps I was thinking of doing that to my frontier
This was super helpful thank you bro bro!
You don’t need a ecu megasquirt? The only reason I haven’t done this it because they tell me I need an 800$ ecu and a tune
If you keep boost low (id say max 8psi) you can get away without a different ecu, just more fuel and fuel pressure. Its not as reliable and probably wont make the same power as a proper ecu would, but it does work.
Same! I've been someone else running stock, I can't remember the channel/garage but the two guys with the Nissans, the reg cab is red white and black body panels and the solid red extended cab, the red ex cab I believe is factory ECM.
@@ericbest9562 that’s. Arizona truck.
@@ericbest9562 local losers ! TH-cam Chantelle
Where did you get your injectors? I’m having a hard time finding them
Awesome video I really love the build
Cool toy man!! Did you change injectors ore are you in stocks?
Thanks! Still on the stock ones, I'd upgrade them but the stocks seem to work just fine even up to 10lbs of boost.
See if you can find an insulated cover for the turbo.
That’s a good idea, I should be able to find one easy enough. Could also wrap the down pipe
You didn't have to tune it or anything bro? SICK TRUCK
That's right, just added fuel with the regulator and better pump, works better than I thought it would. Thanks
How is she holding up now bro?
@@jonsgarage2882
Very nice! How did you get the 4.3 hat to seal for boost? I grabbed one from the yard but the dia is just a little bigger than my KA's throttle housing.
Yeah mine is a little bit larger too, but with the rubber gasket from the KA's throttle body (id recommend a new one), as long as its centered, it is close enough to seal up.
top hat idea's Brillant, i keep seeing people welding an ugly pipe on the intake manifold. your idea is way better. and looks clean.
Another option is a carburetor cap for a frontier made by cxracing
Good instructions. How’s long term going with the motor? Any issues? I love the blow off valve hissing when shifting. I kinda wanna do this.
The motor is still going strong, It ended up needing a stronger fuel pump to keep up with the higher pressure. Overall the setup is still good, it does have its quirks though. I need to make a follow up video and show how its going.
Please make a follow up video ! Love the content
Nicely done. Good job.
with obd2 you didnt have any issues with egr/emissions delete?
Good shit dude! Keep it up!
Thanks man!
question for you about your brake booster, did you have to change anything since the brake booster is made to run off vacuum not boost?
Just make sure it has a check valve to not get boost into it. You’ll blow it up. Other than that it will work like normal.
Thanks man this was very helpful!
I know you did not dyno. Is it fitted with stock clutch? And how does it feel when shifting before and after turbo installation. I'm trying to buy everything you should before adding more power and want to know how it feels driveablilitywise.
I left it on a stock clutch for a while, it probably wore it out a bit quicker trying to drift it but yeah it started to slip the clutch under boost. The stage 2 cheap ebay clutch in it now is holding the power nicely though and now that its broken in is still very streetable.
How mucho you spend what kind parts do I need to buy.for installed turbo to my nissan...
Great job man! Now I wanna do this 😂
Question did you get the ecu custom tuned. Or is it all stock with the addition of a fuel pressure regulator thats boost referenced to add fuel. Are injectors stock?
It's has the stock tune, with the added boost reference fpr, stock injectors (for now), and it also now has a Walbro 255 lph fuel pump.
How much was your ecu
Does anybody know if pressure plate fingers are uneven The the vibration can cause the slave cylinder to leak Because jack hammering the push rod?😮😮😮
What kind of plugs , thanks for the info
how did you figure all of this out? my stock motor is slow and id like to upgrade, but I have no experience.
Most of it I learned from the Local Losers 520 TH-cam channel, specifically their simple turbo series they did on their red truck. Stone Broke Garage has a great videos too that I learned from as well.
Does it work for a straight stock motor or do I need to upgrade like my pistons or sum?
Yep mine's straight stock, for low boost (8lbs or less) seems to be fine. If you want to go higher, then forged pistons, rods, crank, arp head studs, all that stuff.
Vacuum lines need to be working for turbo or would it affect some type of way
Not all of them are necessary with emissons deleted, but yes if you have a vacuum leak it will run poorly.
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Any noticeable increase in power? I'm on the fence of going megasquirt or just keeping it simple since I don't have intention of going over 10lbs / 200hp. Do you know if it's temperamental during cold starts or at altitude?
Yeah I'd say it was a noticable increase, it's not neck breaking but definitely more pep in boost. I haven't had any issues with cold starts, that said I haven't done a real cold, cold start yet since I finished it early spring. Also haven't taken it to anywhere with any real altitude so I don't have an answer there either, sorry.
Megasquirt is definitely the end game goal for me, but I'm happy with the low boost budget build as a starting point to build on.
@@jonsgarage2882 Thanks for the insight. GJ!
Great video and thanks. Quick question.. With the stock o2 sensor, what did you do in place of that? Did the wide band have a leg to feed the stock ecu or was it eliminated?
I eliminated the stock O2 sensor, I've been meaning to do some experimenting with adding it back in to see how it effects things. However it runs well with out it.
Thanks for the reply, I’ll go with a double bung setup for the wide band and o2 sensor. I’ll let you know how it turns out.
@@hugh1087 sounds good, definitely let me know.
How did you connect the chevy intake hat , I know the diameter is little big vs the stock tbody , I have open chevy intake need ideas in detail plz
you had no problems with leaving the maf sensor in the same location oh did you have to move it?
No problems with the stock location.
How many psi of gas are you putting in? Did you leave the original fuel pump?!
You not put blow off or yes?
@@jesusortega6997 I started with the stock fuel pump with close to 60psi, I now have a Walbro 255 fuel pump and have it set on 50psi fuel for 8psi of boost
@@jesusortega6997 no blow off valve right now, I plan to put one on it soon.
What exhaust studs did you use for the mani
Where do you have the return line for the fpr going to
These trucks already have a fuel return line back to the tank, I used that for the fpr return.
Is the truck TBI or MPI?
MP
Sick dude !
Thanks!
Hey man how'd you get that top hat to seat properly? I'm havin issues where one side won't seat but the other will
I didn't do anything too special, removed the S10 clip from underneath, used a paper plate to make a template of the Hardbody throttle body to transfer holes, drilled holes in the hat, used the Hardbody rubber gasket and wing nuts.
i have a 1998 frontier and i’m thinking about a turbo, but i’m not sure if hardbody parts will be compatible anyone know?
I believe your Frontier will have a ka24de engine, which will need a different exhaust turbo manifold or header to what I have on my ka24e. But honestly that's about the only vehicle specific part I bought for this. With the ka24de you'll be able to look at what the 240sx guys with ka24de's are using and follow their lead.
the ford Exhaust manifold bolts worked good?
Yep seemed to, fit was great, little bit longer than the Nissan ones. Real easy to put in with the allen wrench. Local Losers 520 recommend these, they've run them for longer than me and haven't reported any issues.
I might have missed it but are you using stock PCM or are you using megasquirt or nistune?
Yep stock pcm, the plan is to go Megasquirt in the future.
@@jonsgarage2882 how did you tune it? Flash or did you go to a dyno
@@NipponSpeedWorks So it's on the stock tune, but the fuel pressure regulator that I have on it is an adjustable rising rate, and the fuel pump is higher flowing. So I'm using that to force more fuel during boost despite what the ecu is doing. I then verify that I have fuel pressure set correctly by watching the afr gauge, and it runs very well with this set up at low boost. I wouldn't trust it above 8psi.
@@jonsgarage2882 oooo kinda going old
school with it. So how much hp or at least do you feel a deff difference in power?
@@NipponSpeedWorks yep old school is the vibe for now lol. Yeah I'd definitely say there's a noticable increase in power, I find I don't have to downshift for hills and to accelerate like I used to NA. So it's a more enjoyable drive. Off the line I can definitely feel the boost kick in, it's laggy as can be but definitely helps it out.
is your ecu chipped or swapped how did u tune it??"
Neither, stock tune and ecu. I just run a higher flowing fuel pump with a boost reference fuel pressure regulator set higher than stock (about 50-55psi). It works okay, it's admittedly not the greatest performance one could get.
What oil do you run?
Right now I'm running Shell Rotella T6 5w40
What's up bro..I love your turbo setup 💪🏽... I have a 96 as well but its automatic, you think I could still replicate your setup? I dont need it to drift or race or anything like that...since it's my daily car, I would just like to keep up with traffic, my truck is super slooooow...would you recommend your route or do you have another idea to give my truck some power n speed...any advice would be much appreciated bro, ty again and keep up the awesome work on your truck 👊🏽🤙🏽
Thanks!
I think your auto would do just fine with this setup, I know there are slight differences in ecu's from the manual but I don't think that will matter.
Since it is your daily you will want to take some extra precautions to keep it reliable, primarily I would recommend upgrading your fuel pump and using a good quality FPR or if you use the one I did, put the good quality internals in it (there's a video on my channel for both of those). The main issues since going turbo that I've had were those 2 things. If you can afford it, the best way to keep the engine reliable and safe is a standalone ECU and a reputable shop to tune it, just throwing that out there, there are certainly risks to doing this sort of thing.
Definitely check on your timing chain, especially if it rattles, before you turbo it. Specifically the plastic part of the chain guide, I slid a new plastic guide through the valve cover on mine when I started on the turbo.
Also keep in mind that it's highly recommended, (especially with this extremely low tech tuning system), that you run 91-93 octane fuel. As a daily that may be a turn off for you.
Other than that, keep your turbo small (T28 size is ideal) and keep your boost low for reliability sake.
As far as increasing speed without the turbo, there's the basics: tune up (spark plugs and wires, dizzy cap and rotor, new fuel and air filters), cold air intake, less restrictive exhaust. Can't really go wrong there.
I've also heard of guys advancing the timing a little and running on 91-93 octane to gain a small amount of power. (Needs a timing light and some knowhow)
One other thing you could try is changing your rear gear set, idk what comes in the auto trucks but if you can find one of the higher ratio rear ends that will help acceleration.
Hope some of that was useful!
@@jonsgarage2882 thanks for your advice bro..so I was doing the EGR delete and when I was trying to remove the pipe that goes between engine n firewall..I found out that my exhaust manifold is cracked badly...so I'm thinking it is the reason why I have lack of power and acceleration..what do you think? Thanks again for any response that you may give me.
@@alexisirias2916 It definitely could be causing or at least contributing to your lack of power
Very nice.
Where did you get the manifold
I got it from ebay, but it's on Amazon and other sites too. The brand is Rev-9, if you search rev-9 ka24e turbo manifold it comes right up.
Not to be a dick but the s13 head and intake manifold would work way better along with a better cam
You're probably right, the truck parts do better than you'd expect though, plus it's cheap. If I ever do a serious built ka I'll use an s13 ka.
@Jon's Garage not probably. It's been proven the S13 head on the truck block outperforms the truck head and manifolds. You can't run an s13 block cause the whole front sump/rear sump shit between the 2 but the head and extending the MAF wire and running a 240 ecu would work however with boost running megasquirt is probably the safest bet. Plus stand-alone ECUs give you more tunability. Your turbo ain't too big you just don't have the air movement to make it do its job efficiently. A cam will help that as well as a better flowing manifold such as the s13 ones. Even the xcessive one is great
@@insanetaco98 Cool, that all makes sense, thanks for the info.
Where did u get the intake from
The black tophat piece is from a pick and pull, everything under that is stock.
I have a 86 I want to turbo
How much boost is it making?
5lb for now. I'll bump up to 8 with bigger injectors and fuel pump eventually, just to see what happens. Don't know if I'll take it higher than that or not
What is your timing set at?
We found it was pretty happy where it was which should be stock at 10 degrees btdc. I've been meaning to put a light on it and see if it is still at 10.
Hey man awesome build, what AFR/Fuel pressure did you end up setting yours at? And after that, have you retarded your ignition timing any? I’m doing something similar to my hardbody, wanting to make sure it’s as safe and powerful as possible. Keep up the good work man
Links to both are in the description, it's an AEM X-series wideband O2 for afr, and an Osias FPR from Amazon. But I end up putting a genuine Aeromotive diaphragm in the the knock-off FPR, I have a video about it.
I did not change timing it's still at 10 degrees, seems happy there so I didn't mess with it.
Nice clean building... with a good tuning your good fo 300hp .... but for dayle drive 220 is perfect... wen You have the chance check out my built 💪
I shust made 380hp is insane 😳 love it th-cam.com/video/2anu-sGxzFQ/w-d-xo.html
How much was it
2rz💪
why would you put a turbo on that truck. Great way to ruin the engine.
Must not know the abuse ka's can take 😂
how many miles is on the motor in this one? im looking to get one with 180k
175K and still going strong