Team Tiamat Racing's 2014 LSR Season Build

[fnkngrv]

For now this is just a placeholder. I will try my best to put things together to discuss all of my changes, plans, and upgrades with the high hopes of reaching 175mph in the standing mile and then whatever else I can get by the 1.5 mile.

Here is a teaser for now:

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And even though not performance related:

http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m563/fnkngrv/2014%20Build/20130816_152748_zps574114f8.jpg

[Jason@SportsCar]

Valve cover is awesome.

[malibuguy]

Nice!

[Tid]

love the cf valve cover

[scioncrew]

sweet motor man

[fnkngrv]

sweet motor man



Yeah, I am super stoked. You have no idea. I am hoping to continue the heritage of what great things it has done by getting it into the Guinness Book of World Records. I have submitted my application for this summer. :w00t:

[scioncrew]

sweet so what is you setup?

[justjesus]

how much power you looking to make?

[fnkngrv]

how much power you looking to make?

As much as we can. Hoping for 450+ on c12 or c16. Street will be much less aggressive as it will be on 91/93. Not doing water meth either.

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[fnkngrv]

Few teasers of the 2014 build:

New ID1000 injectors have arrived!

http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m563/fnkngrv/2014%20Build/20140428_210314_zps523b55f4.jpg

PTP Lava Rock Turbo Blanket!

http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m563/fnkngrv/2014%20Build/20140428_210824_zps172510e7.jpg

BadLandz Electric Exhaust Cutout Kit!

http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m563/fnkngrv/2014%20Build/20140428_210521_zps1918fc2f.jpg

[fnkngrv]

The bulk of the work will be done over the next couple weeks. I have the car at the shop and we will begi work tomorrow. Pretty excited!

some basics:

- Engine install
- Turbo refresh
- Return Fuel System
- Battery Relocation
- Custom built oil catch can
- AEM UEGO refresh
- Upgrade to Boost Solenoid from manual controller
- Throttle Body work

[fnkngrv]

Anyone up for some more pics?

[ilikerice]

I swear if there isn't a daily picture update, I will murder a kitten each day

[fnkngrv]

New Turbo:

http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m563/fnkngrv/2014%20Build/20140502_161918_zps7bed971f.jpg
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Side by Side comparison of new EFR (Left) and old T28 (Right). Not really sure if the picture does enough justice on the difference, but it is a lot larger:

http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m563/fnkngrv/2014%20Build/20140502_162329_zpsa5d6a7ae.jpg

Throttle Body upgrade:

http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m563/fnkngrv/2014%20Build/20140502_160248_zpsd16e7f36.jpg

Tear down process for new new setup installation:

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[fnkngrv]

Recently both my UEGO O2 sensor and Autometer Oil Pressure Sending Unit (OPSU) died so I had to order new ones. Will be moving the OPSU to a T off the engine and removing the oil sandwish adapter that I have.

We have to fab a new downpipe due to the way the new turbo is designed. We suspected, but still a bummer. When we do it we will be getting rid of the second O2 bung for the rear factory sensor since it is not needed anymore.

[ilikerice]

When you do the OPSU, could you take pictures of where you are putting it and the hardware you are using.. I have been debating on weather or not I should get the Sandwich adapter or not, but wasn't sure where I could get another source of oil pressure.

Also, where are you getting a signal for your Water temp gauge? Are you using the signal from the OEM sensor to ECU? If so, what gauge are you using? If not, where did you install your Temp Sensor?

Sorry, I am in the process of doing my gauges and trying to find the cleanest and easiest way to do it.. searching for all my options.

thanks

[fnkngrv]

We can do that.

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[fnkngrv]

Any of the FI guys using a 3-3.5" thick/deep FMIC by chance? I am curious about clearances. Right now my FMIC is 2.5" thick/deep. I am wondering if anyone can confirm whether or not you can actually go as deep as 3.5". If so it opens up a lot more options since going with a taller version won't buy you much with the crashbar being in the way.

[fnkngrv]

When you do the OPSU, could you take pictures of where you are putting it and the hardware you are using.. I have been debating on weather or not I should get the Sandwich adapter or not, but wasn't sure where I could get another source of oil pressure.

Also, where are you getting a signal for your Water temp gauge? Are you using the signal from the OEM sensor to ECU? If so, what gauge are you using? If not, where did you install your Temp Sensor?

Sorry, I am in the process of doing my gauges and trying to find the cleanest and easiest way to do it.. searching for all my options.

thanks


Unless there is a space issue we will be installing a T fitting here:

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[fnkngrv]

Ordered a new FMIC as well. After further review looks like I will be going with an upgraded intercooler too. Current one is a fin type 28x5.5x2.5 1 5/8". A new bar and plate type 28x7x2.5 2.5" is on the way. I didn't really know about IC design when the first setup was purchased. I am pretty curious if I had gone bar and plate before along with bigger injectors if I would have been able to squeeze 15-20 more hp/tq. New IC will be here by Tuesday.

[ilikerice]

Unless there is a space issue we will be installing a T fitting here

thanks, that helps me a lot. Will probably go that route, fairly easy to get to with intake mani off

[malibuguy]

Those badlandz cut outs are a joke. People bring them in all the time to be installed. They leak and ive seen several go bad within a few months.

[fnkngrv]

Those badlandz cut outs are a joke. People bring them in all the time to be installed. They leak and ive seen several go bad within a few months.

Honestly from my research the bulk of the electric cutouts are junk no matter what you pay. I have also seen a lot of feedback where people don't use them correctly. For example the open them under load. They are not designed for that. It will be used most likely 2 weekends a year at most so I am not seriously worried. I called and spoke with them and they told me if I ever have a problem they will ship me replacement parts without a problem. Also we have a few folks that use them at my functions without issues. I guess we will see.

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[fnkngrv]

thanks, that helps me a lot. Will probably go that route, fairly easy to get to with intake mani off

Here you go on the install pics. We reused the oil dummy light location.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/07/je2ynuna.jpg

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The important thing to remember is that it really should be a temporary solution. These sending units don't like vibration. When we have more time we will mount remotely on a hose.

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[fnkngrv]

A few more new install pics.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/07/epatydas.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/07/u9e2a4u3.jpg

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Spark plugs that I will be using when racing and running over 20psi of boost:

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/07/5yba5ume.jpg

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[fnkngrv]

Also today we found something interesting on the original turbo. Not really sure when this began to happen, but the weld began to give way on the internal wastegate flap. Started to peel like opening a Lunchable so I was losing plenty of actual pressure. Who knows.....could have been doing this when I did runs last year. Only speculation, but then it is entirely possible that I could have broken 150mph in the 1.5 mile course even with the current at the time fuel system setup.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/07/pamyqatu.jpg

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[fnkngrv]

The new FMIC arrived today. Now with this it will require new couplers so those are on the way too.


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Also we wrapped up the fuel regulator and line install to the rear of the car preparing for the install of the new fuel pump and inline filter.


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Also relocated the water temp sensor for higher accuracy from the lower radiator hose which of course is going to show much cooler since it is on the inlet side of the motor.


http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m563/fnkngrv/2014%20Build/20140507_133124_zps882366b0.jpg

[ilikerice]

The kittens are really appreciating you posting daily..

I have been debating on where to wire my coolant temp sensor also.. I wasn't sure if I should to with lower or upper radiator hose.. I would think lower would have been better because you would get the temp sooner if you begin to overheat. But then the upper would be good because then if the fans stop working then you would see a rise there too sooner..
I don't know, I guess it really doesn't matter right? At some point the coolant temp will increase if it gets too hot

[fnkngrv]

The biggest problem with this car is that the preferred location is so tight where the draincock is on the rear of the block so that is just about out as an option. The problem with using the lower hose is that it is the coldest your coolant will be since it is just as it has left the radiator. At that point you are guessing what the temp really is in the engine. Best guess that seasoned racers have told me is that you need to add 35-40° to what your gauge is showing with it being on the lower hose. We have discussed tapping the block on the drivers side in the future and taking it off the hose altogether, but that will be very tight quarters too.

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[CTScott]

You could also intersect the hoses that go into and out of the throttle body.

[ilikerice]

OMG SCOTT,
you're Brilliant..

but what adaptor would be best to use on those hoses? Just "T" one of them off and add a sensor at the end of one of them?

[CTScott]

OMG SCOTT,
you're Brilliant..

but what adaptor would be best to use on those hoses? Just "T" one of them off and add a sensor at the end of one of them?

That's how I would do it. I think it would give a bit closer to actual engine temp than the radiator hose would.

[Jason@SportsCar]

Maybe I missed it, but why are you not sourcing the water temp from the factory sensor in the head? That is where I pull mine from. :iono: Then I use the MI sandwich adapter for oil temp and pressure. Easy.

[fnkngrv]

Maybe I missed it, but why are you not sourcing the water temp from the factory sensor in the head? That is where I pull mine from. :iono: Then I use the MI sandwich adapter for oil temp and pressure. Easy.

Because the ECU needs the most accurate reading not some additional gauge that has nothing to do with the way engine runs. If I weren't going to be doing what I am doing then I wouldn't worry about it, but I push the engine very hard and fast so this is how I want it to be.

As for the sandwich adapter I will be selling mine. I spoke above how I will be moving the oil pressure sending unit even off the T. I prefer not to run sandwich adapters. Case in point that my jack was run over during the winter and I had to change the oil about 6 weeks back. I had no choice but to take the car to a shop. I told them that the sandwich adapter was there yet they still somehow ended up loosening it and then it caused a leak after the oil change plus the tech damaged my sending unit in the process. Not worth the trouble if I end up in a bind.

[xnamerxx]

Not to pick nits or anything, but wouldn't you want to source the temp data from the head and not from a coolant hose? Since there is already a boss for the temp sensor it seems like a no brainer.

In the crapcan enduro car we decided against the hose sensor because it was just another avenue for failure and the temp data wasn't going to be good enough if there was a leak or some other failure.

[fnkngrv]

Not to pick nits or anything, but wouldn't you want to source the temp data from the head and not from a coolant hose? Since there is already a boss for the temp sensor it seems like a no brainer.

In the crapcan enduro car we decided against the hose sensor because it was just another avenue for failure and the temp data wasn't going to be good enough if there was a leak or some other failure.

Not to sound like a dick, but to each their own. The OEM sensor is feeding the data to the ECU in my build. This is one of those things like engine oil or log vs tube style turbo manifold designs. It could be debated all day and night. We all make choices in our builds and have our own experiences. In my case I am also leveraging the experience of several builds that do what I do also. One of the most interesting things is how people in general believe that auto-x, circle track, road course, 1/4 drags, and what I do should all be built the same which of course is not true. The stressors are all different.

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[Jason@SportsCar]

Because the ECU needs the most accurate reading not some additional gauge that has nothing to do with the way engine runs. If I weren't going to be doing what I am doing then I wouldn't worry about it, but I push the engine very hard and fast so this is how I want it to be.

As for the sandwich adapter I will be selling mine. I spoke above how I will be moving the oil pressure sending unit even off the T. I prefer not to run sandwich adapters. Case in point that my jack was run over during the winter and I had to change the oil about 6 weeks back. I had no choice but to take the car to a shop. I told them that the sandwich adapter was there yet they still somehow ended up loosening it and then it caused a leak after the oil change plus the tech damaged my sending unit in the process. Not worth the trouble if I end up in a bind.

A simple plug-in OBD2 device will give you that temp reading (and more) without even getting your hands dirty. Seems pointless to have a secondary temp gauge that is not providing you the correct data.
http://shop.microimageonline.com/ScanGauge-II-SGII.htm

[ilikerice]

I compelely agree. I am just trying to get different idea's on how to set mine up. I would like to run Coolant temp gauge off my oem sensor. But then I wasn't sure if that would screw up the signal to the ecu. Also, something was brought to my attention, that it depends on the gauge I got, what signal (volts) does my gauge need? The oem signal could be different that the signal that my gauge requires to work properly. One of those things that I am unsure of.

Thats the reasoning for my questions about the gauges you are running. I didn't mean to stir any conflict with that. just seeing all my options.

[xnamerxx]

Most sensors are resistance type.

[fnkngrv]

Been a at standstill waiting on parts, but a few more came.

AEM 320lph Fuel Pump:


http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/10/5y5ypa9y.jpg


Earls performance inline fuel filter:


http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/10/pedujede.jpg


Picked up a single section of Pypes pipe that will give us all the bends we need for the new downpipe. Actually saved me close to 80 bucks this way:


http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/10/yge5ujuh.jpg


DEI Titanium exhaust wrap:


http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/10/negu9e4a.jpg


Now we are just waiting on the 3 silicone couplers, 3" V - band flange clamp, and 3" to 2.5" pipe coupler.

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[fnkngrv]

Oh yes, before I forget. Borg Warner doesn't actually tell you that the oil line flange fitting on the 6758 EFR turbo is a T15 40mm fitting so we had to order one of these which we installed today:

Billet Aluminum Turbo Oil Return Flange Kit w/ -10 AN Flare For Garrett GT15 GT17 GT20

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/10/tu2esa6u.jpg

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[fnkngrv]

A simple plug-in OBD2 device will give you that temp reading (and more) without even getting your hands dirty. Seems pointless to have a secondary temp gauge that is not providing you the correct data.
http://shop.microimageonline.com/ScanGauge-II-SGII.htm


Appreciate the input and idea Jason, but I personally will have my hands full paying attention to everything that I have to as it is and controlling the car at 150+ mph. Just for grins when we do the tune and dynamic pulls I will see about what the factory sensor is delivering for numbers compared to the gauge with its sensor in the new location. When I do I will report back with the results.

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[fnkngrv]

OMG SCOTT,
you're Brilliant..

but what adaptor would be best to use on those hoses? Just "T" one of them off and add a sensor at the end of one of them?


If you are running a turbo you would most likely actually be using these lines for cooling of it. I don't even have mine linked to the TB. The nipples on it are plugged.

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[fnkngrv]

I have started a contest to Guess That Tune in my vendor's section over at TuneMyToyota.com!

GUESS THAT TUNE! (http://www.tunemytoyota.com/forum/showthread.php?t=10273&referrerid=4848)


:drinking:

[fnkngrv]

New downpipe has been completed and installed. Removed both of the factory O2 sensors since they are no longer referenced as of last fall anyway.

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New JRT Customs fabricated oil catch can assembly ready to do some helpful work hopefully.

http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m563/fnkngrv/2014%20Build/20140510_183325_zpsc3331790.jpg

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Also we decided to do some wire tucking for the coil pack harness to keep down rubbing issues and clean up the installation to really make the valve cover pop.

http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m563/fnkngrv/2014%20Build/CoilHarnessWireTuck_zps9191b26a.jpg

[fnkngrv]

Well we have a heartbeat! Here is a quick video of the first start up. We of course need to get the idle set and the intercooler hasn't been installed yet, but here it is:

TTR 2014 Build First Start after install (http://s1132.photobucket.com/user/fnkngrv/media/2014%20Build/TTR2014BuildFirstStartafterinstall_zpsd2837d6c.mp4 .html)

[kou]

:thumbsup:looking and sounding good.

[fnkngrv]

:thumbsup:looking and sounding good.


Thanks!


Holy hell the new setup is going to rip. We took the car out today for the first time to get my basic tune adjusted from the previous engine to be sure that I would make it down to NH safe and sound in a couple days. :burnrubber:

The engine bay sounds totally different and the turbo sounds like a jet plane flying over and that is at the mere 9psi of boost. :biggrin:

[fnkngrv]

Almost forgot. The DEI heatshield arrived and we did install yesterday. It has replaced the anemic OEM insulation which incidentally practically disintegrated in our hands after 4 years of turbo use and that is with ceramic coating of the exhaust housing and heat wrap. Even though the new housing is ceramic coated and does have a lava blanket with the close proximity of the turbo to the firewall we can't be too careful.

http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m563/fnkngrv/2014%20Build/20140512_141944_zpsefd178ba.jpg

[fnkngrv]

Maybe I missed it, but why are you not sourcing the water temp from the factory sensor in the head? That is where I pull mine from. :iono: Then I use the MI sandwich adapter for oil temp and pressure. Easy.

Not to pick nits or anything, but wouldn't you want to source the temp data from the head and not from a coolant hose? Since there is already a boss for the temp sensor it seems like a no brainer.

In the crapcan enduro car we decided against the hose sensor because it was just another avenue for failure and the temp data wasn't going to be good enough if there was a leak or some other failure.

A simple plug-in OBD2 device will give you that temp reading (and more) without even getting your hands dirty. Seems pointless to have a secondary temp gauge that is not providing you the correct data.
http://shop.microimageonline.com/ScanGauge-II-SGII.htm

During the close to 20 miles of first driving yesterday we monitored the factory temp readings and then also on the gauge with the new location for it on the outbound hose from the engine simultaneously. The temps were within 1-3 degrees from the data that we logged. This included running at the current set 9psi of boost, hard launches, regular road travel, hill climbs, etc. I am running 100% AMSOIL Glycol Coolant along with the Mishimoto Liquid Chill Radiator Coolant Additive. I will continue of course to monitor via datalogging on the drive down to NH on Thursday and then back up with the new boost level (whatever that will be).

[fnkngrv]

We adjusted the cruising tune today. Ambient Temp was 76°. 40+ miles of in town, stop n go, hills, open expanse, etc. Temps were between 195-203° per the EMS. IAT's hung around 88-92°. Autometer temp gauge with sensor location upper hose right off head were within 2°.


Having the non boost fuel set between 13.6-16.2 AFR at general driving speeds is nice to be at again. I am driving to NJ today so will report mpg with minor periods in boost. I was avg 20.8mpg.

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[fnkngrv]

Almost forgot. We did a few WOT passed up to 140mph or so. ID1000s are currently hitting 38% duty cycle with street tune which is conservative.

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[fnkngrv]

Lookin like will be getting 28-30mpg. I am ok with that.

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[kou]

We could have had a mini turbo meet while you were in NJ. Maybe if you every come down this way again. Can't wait to get my motor built in the next few months. What clutch are you using?

[fnkngrv]

CCI stage 3

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[fnkngrv]

We could have had a mini turbo meet while you were in NJ. Maybe if you every come down this way again. Can't wait to get my motor built in the next few months. What clutch are you using?

Possibly. Pretty much handle the north east for work. Getting to be able to drive my car is the tough part. Due to liability issues my employer tends to not like the idea. I'm just lucky this time this in jersey this week. From there I will finish the drive to Alabama.

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[kou]

Okay let me know if you want to meet up I work 5mins away from the start of the NY thruway so not to deep into NJ. send a PM if you want to meet.

[fnkngrv]

The body transformation begins!

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Dam I have had that front end torn apart way too much this year so far...lol

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[fnkngrv]

Well unfortunately timing did not work out in my favor so the car will not be running until the Harvest Event over LDW. Here are a few pics of the current state:

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[Flipper_1938]

What fascias are those?

[fnkngrv]

What fascias are those?
TRD Australia

[fnkngrv]

I have been told that the bumpers have been installed and final prep work is being done. It should be in paint by mid week!

[fnkngrv]

I have arrived at the shop. some work will not get done as we just plain ran out of time, but here are a few teasers:

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/30/yrysaryv.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/30/7avesere.jpg

retrofit from a Lexus IS-F:

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/30/9yquzujy.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/30/y6uru5y6.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/30/ubene6eb.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/30/3erumuny.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/30/u2e4anyb.jpg

So one of the bummers is that the shop wasn't able to do any of the airbrush work. One of the items that had been modified is the indent for the Toyota logo as the shop was supposed to airbrush a 3D emblem. The indent was filled with a steel insert to bring the area flush as if it were never there. Since that isn't happening now I am considering using my Turbo emblem in its place like this:

http://eriel.com/personal/porsche/images/porsche_turbo_rear_big.jpg




Thoughts?



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[fnkngrv]

Been dealing with a fuel issue since about 300 miles into thw drive back from Alabama. I called and spoke with both Tomei and AEM as they are the vendors for the AFPR and FP. When I spoke with Taka at Tomei he pretty much said that their S AFPR even though is good for over 100psi of FP shouldn't be used with more than 12psi of boost. He suggested to upgrade to the L model however I decided instead to go with an Aeromotive A1000 AFPR. Even after the AFPR replacement the symptoms continued.

Essentially when I build boost past 5-6psi my FP bottoms out and I go stupid lean. I spoke with AEM further and they wanted me to ship them the FP to have that tested and possibly replaced. The problem with that is they take 7 to 10 business days to perform this action which I do not have so I decided to see if CTScott could perform a teat for me with him closed system he built. He called me after simulation of over 40 minutes and stated that the FP itself is good and he was actually amazed at how much their 320lph can handle/flow. After heavy discussion we think that the wiring itself is the issue since the AEM uses 15 amps at just nominal FP.

We are going to be bypassing the relay in the ECM and direct wiring 10 guage wiring to the ignition side of the electrical system. We think that we may have begun to degrade or damage the wiring somewhere in the mix. Scott sent the FP back out in the mail so if all goes well I will have further answers and a solution before mid week. This is definitely a stressor since I am down to 12 days from the beginning of the racing event.

[CrankyOldMan]

Time for a bigger alternator, too?

[fnkngrv]

Not showing any issues right now with the alternator keeping up. Received the FP back from Scott today and reinstalled it with bypassing the stock wiring connector on the lid of the tank. Problem is gone. We drilled/routed new wiring to a new relay right next to the stock connector with a specialty grommet. This is a major relief so noq we can move on to installing the new TB, cage, fire system, exhaust dump, and TRD Trans mount once it arrives from MI later this week. My buddy will be picking up the 2 pails of C12 on Friday.

[Ryze268]

Need more updates :)

[nookandcrannycar]

Need more updates :)

Per his post from 10/3/2014, he's taking a break from posting to all social media through the end of December.

[fnkngrv]

Speed record certificates arrived from the Harvest 2014 runs. 12 total top speed records set across engine displacement sizes from mine to one that is more than twice mine with it being over 3 litres! Not too shabby for a lowly 1.5 litre Yaris!

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/24/af6a5cf681c82a5549785db6202b29fe.jpg