Starlet Boost Problems

[msg1]

Having a problem wit my starlet after installing a manual boost controller. Car keeps backfiring, jerking (leaning out) after about 12psi. I think the original turbo has seen its time too since it is leaking oil into the intake. The major problem though is the backfiring. Considering AEM FIC or new turbo kit. Any starlet tuners out there with any suggestions.??

[reddo_tuner]

Manual boost gauges are not accurate and give lots of problems and yes, sounds like the seals are bad in the turbo. Regarding the upgrades, it depends on what your plans are and what your budget is but in all scenarios a new turbo kit makes sense if you have the $$$$ with management....

[msg1]

think i am going to have to do the entire upgrade, td04L, FIC and maybe injectors by next month

[Hibrydsoul]

please keep us updated as to the progress with pics..... and I'd personally like to find out what the cost was and the before and after in terms of performance.

[reddo_tuner]

TD04 is good power, even better with the management. Just remember to take your time with the build

[bigchief3679]

After 12 psi u say?
You sure you are not hitting fuel cut
Fuel cut on my 4efte comes in at 12.5 psi or so

[reddo_tuner]

After 12 psi u say?
You sure you are not hitting fuel cut
Fuel cut on my 4efte comes in at 12.5 psi or so

a friend suggested this as well

[msg1]

well after doing much diggin up i think it is actually d fuel cut. nonetheless still have to change d leaky turbo.

[msg1]

So now looking for a TD04L kit. Anyone knows of any available?

[sankar]

Hey anyone know where I can get a head and block for the starlet 4EFTE...under stress right now any advice would be good...thanks in advance

[msg1]

Mahadeo's in the Bamboo. check them but the engine is all over

[msg1]

Problems solved. Hats off to Skip, a job well done.

[Hook]

So what was the problem and how'd he solve it?

[msg1]

Turbo changed.Old mech did not hook up boost controller properly and turbo went poof. Controller was also a waste.

[reddo_tuner]

Turbo changed.Old mech did not hook up boost controller properly and turbo went poof. Controller was also a waste.

Solution: change Mechanic

[zryfle]

lol . indeed. and find a good one u can trust . Boi building this engine and boosting it is fun , but at times u hve to know what u want in d end . how much hp what u want it for all depends on u and how much u will to do and spend. i did a over haul on my engine and it still eh done yet

[msg1]

Well, new mani, turbo on.car workin fine.u right zryfle, u must know what u want. it rel temptin to keep buildin tho.still have more stuff to do. but boost problems gone. all is well for now.may pass thru d meet sunday if it still on.

[zryfle]

boi i eh kno what goin on sunday nobody call meh or anything. will sum one fill me in.

[haydn28]

its all in the tune guys lol

[Razkal]

^not if your mechanicals are in sub-par condition

i'd love to see you "tune-out" or "tune-away" bad turbo seals

[msg1]

now i need a gearbox. boosting properly again.