Recent content by bwalt

Very nicely put together. You have all the goodies from different markets and some rare upgrades. Probably the best example of an OEM+ setup Protege imo.

Dug out my new clutch kit that was preemptively bought a few years ago.. After reviewing the torque rating for this model, I'm not confident it will hold. This is the NA protege version of the Spec Stage 3+ rated for 429tq at the flywheel, same as what I'm running now. If you subtract 15%...

@TheMAN - likely a mis-understanding about the cam timing. I know there will be a "sweet spot" for this engine. I am fully aware of potential air pockets causing false sensor readings. The bends in the lower rad hose aren't pretty, but it works. Another indicator I'm running cooler and not too...

@TheMAN - not sure where it says I'm stuck on running 0 overlap. My post about cam timing was referring to using a degree wheel and dial indicators to set cams in relation to the crank because of all the machine work done. Playing with adjustments and overlap just hasn't happened yet. @jadycr -...

My clutch is slipping now.. what better time to get the transmission put together. I had a long term plan to make an adapter plate for a Toyota e153 transmission to swap in but not wanting to deal with hassle got the better of me. I bought the Par 1-4 gearset instead. It's gonna be loud but I...

Making decent power so far 337whp/332wtq. This was a 3rd gear pull from 3500-6500rpm. 17psi peak boost tapering down to 13psi at redline. Need to fiddle with the boost controller or swap a stiffer wastegate spring in so it holds boost to redline.

Finished the turbo last weekend. Lacking more progress pics but here it is all installed and running. Have driven around some, tweaking the fuel map, making sure nothing is leaking or falling off. This thing spools up fast! I'm impressed there's virtually no loss in low end compared to the last...