kawasakijockey
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posted July 28, 2012 11:07 AM
A compilation of turbo questions.
I dont want to start a new thread every time I have a turbo question so they will all be listed here as they arise. Any helpful info you guys give is greatly appreciated. I was in the turbo business for 10 years almost 20yrs ago and things have certainly changed. This is a Muzzy 5-6psi kit.
1) What FMU's are reputable besides Bell Engineering?
2) I plan on using the walbro GSL392 pump. Any known problems?
3) Anyone use the Parker Push-lok fuel hose system?
4) The "low fuel" flashing problem when removing the factory pump is fixed with what resistor?
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9.03 @ 149mph
8.95 @153 small shot n2o
8.68 @160mph 5lbs boost
  
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01smokes
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posted July 28, 2012 11:42 AM
Push lock fuel systems suck! We have used them a few times and they all leaked
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miketmmns
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posted July 28, 2012 12:32 PM
1 watt 1.3 k ohm on the resistor. Got mine at radio shack
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bigwil
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posted July 28, 2012 12:37 PM
put some inline conecters as well mine are low so i can drain fuel easy and tank comes off easey my pump is also on the bottom
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bigwil
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posted July 28, 2012 12:54 PM
also get the vortex gas cap the 14 has venting issues and are you getting a fuel rail
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toledoUPSguy
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posted July 28, 2012 02:38 PM
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also get the vortex gas cap the 14 has venting issues and are you getting a fuel rail
What issue does the Vortex gas cap solve?
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Oz Booster
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posted July 28, 2012 02:52 PM
Vents better, have to get one for mine .
Bigwil i see you have the bigCC velocity stacks, just put some on mine , std were leaking &
just flat lined at 300hp
BEGI are the most commonly used FMU on bikes as there able to do both the base pressure and rising rate , others need a regulator far base pressure then thay raise pressure on boost , takes up a lot more space
i run the 392 on my landspeed 750's, pump is good to 400 or so hp and been very reliable
have a intank walbro pump on the zx14 , figured it was a better use of space and allowed me to keep the gauge,
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bigwil
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posted July 28, 2012 02:55 PM
it lets the tank vent better flow
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bigwil
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posted July 28, 2012 03:02 PM
oz yes the big cc worcked out great now im always getting leaks on the covers on top the frame at higher boost it blows the rubber seal out have to slicone them up got to watch out for those boost leaks
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Oz Booster
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posted July 28, 2012 05:32 PM
LOL mine is beginning to look like the Bismarck , 6 extra 5mm bolts in each ram air fitting
3 extra in the frame covers , and using the case sealer instead of silastic, realy had to lever hard on the covers when i wanted to replace the velocity stacks
And i think i need more weight on the lockup , be inspecting the clutch later today
but the oil got dark quick
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justoyz2
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posted July 28, 2012 08:06 PM
I suggest that you don't use a FMU, they are nothing but trouble. I used a mallory one to one and mapped the bike. Using the aftermarket gas cap will prevent a vapor-lock and running lean.
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LeonidasZX14
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posted July 29, 2012 08:42 AM
Bigwil
Your fuel system looks really nice but I would be scared to death having my fuel lines/pump that close to the ground in such a vonerable spot.
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kawasakijockey
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posted July 29, 2012 09:01 AM
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Bigwil
Your fuel system looks really nice but I would be scared to death having my fuel lines/pump that close to the ground in such a vonerable spot.
The way the pics are that muzzy shows, the mount is upside down making the pump more upward toward the engine.
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Get on the shortbus boys 'cause its time to get schooled.
2007 ZX-14
1.38 60ft
9.03 @ 149mph
8.95 @153 small shot n2o
8.68 @160mph 5lbs boost
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bigwil
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posted July 29, 2012 03:53 PM
it just looks that way but it is between the moter and frame my oil pump for the turbo retern is lower than that the fuel pump never had a prob.
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kawasakijockey
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posted August 07, 2012 07:22 PM
Ok, oil question. Rotella T 5w40, anybody turbo'd using it? Thoughts? It is all I have ever run up till now.
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2007 ZX-14
1.38 60ft
9.03 @ 149mph
8.95 @153 small shot n2o
8.68 @160mph 5lbs boost
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1badzx12r
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posted August 07, 2012 08:20 PM
 Edited By: 1badzx12r on 8 Aug 2012 04:21
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Ok, oil question. Rotella T 5w40, anybody turbo'd using it? Thoughts? It is all I have ever run up till now.
15 /45 for me or whatever the white jug is .. i change my oil around every 20 passes
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posted August 08, 2012 05:21 PM
you forgot to ask where the best place for a replacement motor is after this one goes boom. lol
Can't wait to see ya get it down the track!!
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rspauldi
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posted August 09, 2012 10:08 PM
ah 1/4 pounder why did u have to stick a fork in a good thread. Yes, i will agree that if you are not careful with tuning you can waste a motor. But if take your time with tuning and turn boost up slowly you can experience HP like u have never felt before
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Spoedniq
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posted August 11, 2012 11:18 PM
Where do you guys take the oil feed supplying turbo from?
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1badzx12r
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posted August 12, 2012 04:24 AM
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Where do you guys take the oil feed supplying turbo from?
mine was tapped in the hole right above the stock oil pressure sensor on the oil pan.. but i've seen some T into the oil pressure sensor port
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Oz Booster
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posted August 12, 2012 05:50 AM
Yep used the same place, seems made for the purpose 
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Spoedniq
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posted August 12, 2012 08:54 AM
Thanks for the help :-)
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posted August 12, 2012 07:29 PM
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ah 1/4 pounder why did u have to stick a fork in a good thread. Yes, i will agree that if you are not careful with tuning you can waste a motor. But if take your time with tuning and turn boost up slowly you can experience HP like u have never felt before
relax...I know kawasakijockey. Looking forward to seeing him work this out and getting it down the track.
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5.98 @ 123
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Spoedniq
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posted August 20, 2012 11:02 AM
Just a quick one for you guys, what size of the tubes on the turbo manufold? I'm wanting to turbo my 2012 ZX14R and getting info here in South Africa is a problem, also a battle to import the parts. Got the swing arm extention and scavanger pump so far from the US. Bought the rest of the parts local. The problem is to get the headers made up so I need your guys help again please.....
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kawpower
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posted August 20, 2012 11:41 AM
Have u talked to Baer he seams to know Rickey G, Chris j. and a bunch of other turbo builders, and he is from South Africa, your neck of the woods.
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