Let me introduce another TCD-s2 car...

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Let me introduce another TCD-s2 car...

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Well guys, I guess it's about that time. I've had the car running for a couple weeks, but not very well tuned and not being driven consistently. After finishing finals last week, I finally had the opportunity to get it going better. This week, I've driven about 1,000 hwy miles on it and successfully completed one track day (Thursday at Little Talladega). There are a few more details to be worked out, but it's pretty solid. Now that I've got it home and cleaned up, I thought I'd share some pics with you guys.

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And now for the meaty stuff:

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A few shots from during the install:

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There are a BUNCH more pics at my CarDomain site for your viewing pleasure.

I also have in-car video from the track that is awaiting verification by Google video. I'll post that up when I have it. Also, look forward to tire-roasting-fun on film soon, because my tires are almost shot. :D
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"Welcome to life patient!" Sleeper for sure. Can't wait to see track vid.
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damn... now that's purty enough for me to buy some land in Nevada (or some other CARB-free state)
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Looking GOOD!!!!! :banana:
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Looks great, how is the MS working out for you? Can you go with coil pack with a MS?

How much is TCD paying you to be a mobile billboard? ;)
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Post by Jeremy »

Nice! So your car is now officially faster, prettier, and better running than my similar-in-outward-appearance e28. :)

What clutch did you go with? Any impressions from your first track day with a turbo?

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Duke M535ti wrote:Looks great, how is the MS working out for you? Can you go with coil pack with a MS?
MS is doing well so far. And yes, I am running a Ford EDIS coil pack. In playing around with a similar system at school, the spark has proven to be very powerful.
Duke M535ti wrote:How much is TCD paying you to be a mobile billboard? ;)
Sorry, that's classified. ;)
Jeremy wrote:What clutch did you go with?
SPEC 3. It chattered a little when I was first getting used to it and it makes noises sometimes, but it works for me. It's also funny watching people jerk and stall the car when you let them use it. :laugh:
Jeremy wrote:Any impressions from your first track day with a turbo?
Todd asked me earlier how many laps it took to get used to driving the car and I told him "none." The basic characteristics of the car aren't that different. Sure, there's a TON more power (I've never had power oversteer in 3rd before ;) ), but it doesn't make the car some over-bearing behemoth. Power is linear and the powerband is wider than an NA car. I noticed a tiny bit of "lag" in 3rd gear off some of the slower corners, but Todd and I both agree that's probably due to the current tune--it hasn't been on a dyno yet. Now I just need some coilovers!
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Post by Tim in N FL »

Skeen,
Awesome...look forward to the track vid and to seeing the car in person at 5erFest :)
Best,
Tim

p.s.
Where did you get that powder coated m30 valve cover? Did you have it done yourself? I'm looking for one...
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Screw the track videos. Give us some more donut videos, this time with the sound of that turbo spooling up! :evil:
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looks great, a real sleeper indeed!! engine bay looks immaculate which is always something i love :D

and ive got the exact same laptop :alright:
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OOooh, mine is that color... makes me want to turbocharge something! Very awesome, I love the euro head lights, they look sweet even with the US bumpers... the 16" Rondell 58s look great too!!!
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Tim in N FL wrote:Where did you get that powder coated m30 valve cover? Did you have it done yourself? I'm looking for one...
It's actually painted. We've done several ourselves now. It's not that tough, though I can't remember what type of paint was used now. We've done them with wrinkle and smooth textures and both do fine. I'll see if I can get the name of what we used if you're interested.
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I actually have spent the last 4-5 days doing the same thing to my car... hehe.
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Post by Bryan in NC »

Nice!! Can't wait for a ride!
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Bryan in NC wrote:Nice!! Can't wait for a ride!
Anytime!
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Did you go with the puck-style clutch from UUC? If so, how was the break-in for it?
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FastFiver wrote:Did you go with the puck-style clutch from UUC? If so, how was the break-in for it?
Read the post! ;) It's a SPEC 3. I broke in the clutch/motor before bolting up the turbo. It was no big deal; I think the directions were city driving w/o WOT for 350-500 miles.
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FastFiver wrote:Did you go with the puck-style clutch from UUC? If so, how was the break-in for it?
The UUC was not available at the time of his purchase.
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I was just curious. Looking at the engine bay photos, I didn't see a fuel pressure regulator. Did you place it somewhere else or not use one?
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Steve in No Va wrote:I was just curious. Looking at the engine bay photos, I didn't see a fuel pressure regulator. Did you place it somewhere else or not use one?
Huh? It's right there in the stock location at the front of the fuel rail:

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Post by Steve in No Va »

Okay, allow me to be more specific. The TCD S2 kit comes with a rising rate fuel pressure regulator that looks like a UFO from the old british TV series "UFO". That was what I was looking for in the photos.
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Steve in No Va wrote:Okay, allow me to be more specific. The TCD S2 kit comes with a rising rate fuel pressure regulator that looks like a UFO from the old british TV series "UFO". That was what I was looking for in the photos.
When running MS or other programable ecus you don't need an FMU... just run big injectors.
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Sweeney wrote:just run big injectors.
And big they are! Should be good for lots o' fun! :D
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Post by Jeremy »

Skeen,

Did you decide not to use an oil cooler on that machine of yours? I see the heat exchangers in the oil cooler's usual location, and I can't see if there's lines leading to one from your remote oil filter.

If you do have one, where'd you mount it? If you don't, why not? I'd think it'd be an important item for a turbo car on the track.

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Jeremy wrote:Skeen,

Did you decide not to use an oil cooler on that machine of yours? I see the heat exchangers in the oil cooler's usual location, and I can't see if there's lines leading to one from your remote oil filter.

If you do have one, where'd you mount it? If you don't, why not? I'd think it'd be an important item for a turbo car on the track.

Jeremy
I don't have an oil cooler, basically just because I didn't have one before. I've thought about putting one on, but hadn't gotten around to it.
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Post by Brian in TN »

Nice job sir. Nice stuff from TCD for sure. Wish I had the lettuce to splurge for a turbo kit. One of these days.
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Parts Pimp wrote:Nice job sir. Nice stuff from TCD for sure. Wish I had the lettuce to splurge for a turbo kit. One of these days.
Thanks for reminding me...I need to call and spend some more lettuce! That is, if I can find any more.
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Post by e28 4 LIFE »

dude that is one bad ass car I really like the custom air box you used is that an actual model or was it built by a sport company. :D
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e28 4 LIFE wrote:dude that is one bad ass car I really like the custom air box you used is that an actual model or was it built by a sport company. :D
Thanks, check out http://www.turbochargingdynamics.com/ for more info on the "air box" (aka intercooler).
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Post by Yellow2 »

O Skeen. Wait till im back in July with the turbo registered...... we will have some fun fo' sure ! Good looking wheels and the boost is always a plus. :banana:
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