got a evo, basic questions
Jul 27, 2012, 10:14 PM
#1
got a evo, basic questions
Well I finally found a evo I wanted and got it, Its a 2006 WW 9 with the ssl package. I love the car, just got some basic questions on keeping it in top shape.
1. The prevous owner said he used ams oil 10w-40, is that what a lot of members are using? Correct weight?
2. What do you guys recommend to use in the transmission, rear dif, and transfer case?
3. I hear a quiet whine sometimes in every gear but 5th. Sometimes it does it sometimes it does, only under acel. Is that normal? A friend has a 8 and said his only does it in first and second.
4. The car was tuned with bolt ons s2 cams it made 333whp/314wtq but some reason every time I come to a stop downshifting usually only happens in 2nd the car will kill. The previous said it was the injectors because of their size (idk what size they are) I think 1050. It was tuned on pump gas.I dont see why it would do that, any other suggestions? It starts back up right away, doesnt always die but sometimes does. It doesnt have a wideband yet, so I cant tell if its running too rich.
Heres some pics of my new whip! enjoy
1. The prevous owner said he used ams oil 10w-40, is that what a lot of members are using? Correct weight?
2. What do you guys recommend to use in the transmission, rear dif, and transfer case?
3. I hear a quiet whine sometimes in every gear but 5th. Sometimes it does it sometimes it does, only under acel. Is that normal? A friend has a 8 and said his only does it in first and second.
4. The car was tuned with bolt ons s2 cams it made 333whp/314wtq but some reason every time I come to a stop downshifting usually only happens in 2nd the car will kill. The previous said it was the injectors because of their size (idk what size they are) I think 1050. It was tuned on pump gas.I dont see why it would do that, any other suggestions? It starts back up right away, doesnt always die but sometimes does. It doesnt have a wideband yet, so I cant tell if its running too rich.
Heres some pics of my new whip! enjoy
Jul 27, 2012, 10:23 PM
#2
Evolving Member
iTrader: (7)
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Fairfield County, CT
Posts: 118
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
use redline MT90 in the trans.
Redline heavy in the T/C
Get a retune to solve your stalling issue
Change youre tail lights to Evo 7's (personal opinion)
THEN LEAVE THE CAR ALONE
Perfect daily for YEARS to come.
Redline heavy in the T/C
Get a retune to solve your stalling issue
Change youre tail lights to Evo 7's (personal opinion)
THEN LEAVE THE CAR ALONE
Perfect daily for YEARS to come.
Jul 27, 2012, 10:28 PM
#4
I do plan on getting it tuned on E85 and a map switch to get it tuned on preimum as well. And thats it, I love the car how it is, and just wanted a fun realiable daily car. I wonder how many white ssl ix's were made? Is there anything special about this car, i didnt know the ssl ix came with blisten struts? was there options on them?
Also, I was told these have a no lift to shift(WOT) feature how would I enable that?
Trending Topics
Jul 28, 2012, 12:10 AM
#9
Newbie
If the car doesn't have wideband, I really doubt it was tuned. Maybe the injectors were setup so the would idle and run halfway decent. But I just don't see it getting tuned without a wideband.
I would suggest a wideband, and tactrix cable be your first 2 purchases, then see about getting an e-tune unless there is a tuner in your area.
I would suggest a wideband, and tactrix cable be your first 2 purchases, then see about getting an e-tune unless there is a tuner in your area.
Jul 28, 2012, 06:59 AM
#12
But yes i do plan on getting it re tuned for e 85
I am wondering if these get ptb (part throttle boost) it seems like when i give it half throttle it wants to spike boost.. I know srts got them and it is very bad. Maybe my ams mbc causing it? Mbc on srt stock turbo did it.
I am wondering if these get ptb (part throttle boost) it seems like when i give it half throttle it wants to spike boost.. I know srts got them and it is very bad. Maybe my ams mbc causing it? Mbc on srt stock turbo did it.
Jul 28, 2012, 07:54 AM
#13
Newbie
iTrader: (3)
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Iowa
Posts: 81
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
If the car doesn't have wideband, I really doubt it was tuned. Maybe the injectors were setup so the would idle and run halfway decent. But I just don't see it getting tuned without a wideband.
I would suggest a wideband, and tactrix cable be your first 2 purchases, then see about getting an e-tune unless there is a tuner in your area.
I would suggest a wideband, and tactrix cable be your first 2 purchases, then see about getting an e-tune unless there is a tuner in your area.
Jul 28, 2012, 01:43 PM
#15
1. The prevous owner said he used ams oil 10w-40, is that what a lot of members are using? Correct weight?
Mobil 1 10w30 OEM specs has been working great for me.
2. What do you guys recommend to use in the transmission, rear dif, and transfer case?
Use all OEM fluids, I can't stress that enough going with anything else is a big risk. I know guys that have messed up with trannys running other brands other than OEM.
3. I hear a quiet whine sometimes in every gear but 5th. Sometimes it does it sometimes it does, only under acel. Is that normal? A friend has a 8 and said his only does it in first and second.
Out of all the Evos I have driven or rode in most trannys whine slightly in 1st and 2nd. If it gets really bad at throttle, you may be in for a rebuild, but try changing your fluids to OEM first.
4. The car was tuned with bolt ons s2 cams it made 333whp/314wtq but some reason every time I come to a stop downshifting usually only happens in 2nd the car will kill. The previous said it was the injectors because of their size (idk what size they are) I think 1050. It was tuned on pump gas.I dont see why it would do that, any other suggestions? It starts back up right away, doesnt always die but sometimes does. It doesnt have a wideband yet, so I cant tell if its running too rich.
Get the car tuned at a reputable shop to make sure everything was done right.
Also you have JDM evo 8/9 tails, they look great on your car and it looks like a bonus your car came with a JDM rear too! That's almost $1600 most Evo owners would have to spend right there!
Mobil 1 10w30 OEM specs has been working great for me.
2. What do you guys recommend to use in the transmission, rear dif, and transfer case?
Use all OEM fluids, I can't stress that enough going with anything else is a big risk. I know guys that have messed up with trannys running other brands other than OEM.
3. I hear a quiet whine sometimes in every gear but 5th. Sometimes it does it sometimes it does, only under acel. Is that normal? A friend has a 8 and said his only does it in first and second.
Out of all the Evos I have driven or rode in most trannys whine slightly in 1st and 2nd. If it gets really bad at throttle, you may be in for a rebuild, but try changing your fluids to OEM first.
4. The car was tuned with bolt ons s2 cams it made 333whp/314wtq but some reason every time I come to a stop downshifting usually only happens in 2nd the car will kill. The previous said it was the injectors because of their size (idk what size they are) I think 1050. It was tuned on pump gas.I dont see why it would do that, any other suggestions? It starts back up right away, doesnt always die but sometimes does. It doesnt have a wideband yet, so I cant tell if its running too rich.
Get the car tuned at a reputable shop to make sure everything was done right.
Also you have JDM evo 8/9 tails, they look great on your car and it looks like a bonus your car came with a JDM rear too! That's almost $1600 most Evo owners would have to spend right there!