02 Housing install
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02 Housing install
Yes I searched but everything I have read requires taking out the radiator and turbo out. If possible I would like to do this install without removing those parts is it possible? I read somewhere that it is but you cant get the proper torque on a couple of the bolts. Any info. w/ steps on this would be greatly appreciated.
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It can be done, i have done it before but i took so long and was such a pita that i now take out the radiator. No need to take the turbo out just the hotside to make it easier to do. Be very carefull though as to not damage the turbo fins.
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you don't have to take out the radiator, i did mine with it on. makesure you remove all the heat shield stuff, and be carefull not to scratch our radiator when you remove the lower heat shield. also maksure you remove your o2 sensor on the o2 housing. Spray the crap out all the bolt with WD40, it makes l;ife much easier.
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Check out this thread by SuperHatch. Very good write up. Make sure to read to the end cuz there are some other good pointers.
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sh...t=10.5+install
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sh...t=10.5+install
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Taking the radiator out is a good idea. Saves you from beating the crap out of the fins on it. It also doesn't add much time at all, and you get a coolant flush.
I would have to say splitting the turbo to get an o2 housing on seems like going around your *** to get to your elbow...not to mention opening yourself up for major issues when it doesn't go back together properly. Just pull the radiator, then drop the DP, remove the lines, then unbolt the manifold, and split the hotside and o2 on the workbech. Those bolts tend to be a real pain, so having the space to work on it off the car can be a real asset.
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I would have to say splitting the turbo to get an o2 housing on seems like going around your *** to get to your elbow...not to mention opening yourself up for major issues when it doesn't go back together properly. Just pull the radiator, then drop the DP, remove the lines, then unbolt the manifold, and split the hotside and o2 on the workbech. Those bolts tend to be a real pain, so having the space to work on it off the car can be a real asset.
Cory
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Originally Posted by AMSTuning.com
Taking the radiator out is a good idea. Saves you from beating the crap out of the fins on it. It also doesn't add much time at all, and you get a coolant flush.
I would have to say splitting the turbo to get an o2 housing on seems like going around your *** to get to your elbow...not to mention opening yourself up for major issues when it doesn't go back together properly. Just pull the radiator, then drop the DP, remove the lines, then unbolt the manifold, and split the hotside and o2 on the workbech. Those bolts tend to be a real pain, so having the space to work on it off the car can be a real asset.
Cory
I would have to say splitting the turbo to get an o2 housing on seems like going around your *** to get to your elbow...not to mention opening yourself up for major issues when it doesn't go back together properly. Just pull the radiator, then drop the DP, remove the lines, then unbolt the manifold, and split the hotside and o2 on the workbech. Those bolts tend to be a real pain, so having the space to work on it off the car can be a real asset.
Cory
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Removing the radiator is a good idea.
If you don't, getting to all the bolts/nuts on the hotside/02 housing joint might be the real problem. Definitely look at the thread that was given above.
use cardboard to protect the fin area - I wish I had
I did my hotside removal and install by just losening the top bolts on the radiator hangers and having someone pull back on the radiator for clearance.
I still only have two of the 4 screws of the heatshield back on. The left side one as you face it is a bear.
A short 02 socket (3 & 1/4 in length or less) is a BIG help. Like the other guy said SPRAY IT (a few times)
I disagree with pulling the HS to just replace an 02 housing. too risky for my taste.
If you don't, getting to all the bolts/nuts on the hotside/02 housing joint might be the real problem. Definitely look at the thread that was given above.
use cardboard to protect the fin area - I wish I had
I did my hotside removal and install by just losening the top bolts on the radiator hangers and having someone pull back on the radiator for clearance.
I still only have two of the 4 screws of the heatshield back on. The left side one as you face it is a bear.
A short 02 socket (3 & 1/4 in length or less) is a BIG help. Like the other guy said SPRAY IT (a few times)
I disagree with pulling the HS to just replace an 02 housing. too risky for my taste.
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Ya im almost thinking to just install the TBE without the 02 and wait till I do the manifold since Ill have everything apart at the same time. I guess I can deal a little while longer without the 02. Thanks for the info. guys much appreciated.
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Originally Posted by EVOLOVE
Check out this thread by SuperHatch. Very good write up. Make sure to read to the end cuz there are some other good pointers.
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sh...t=10.5+install
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sh...t=10.5+install