05Boost Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Two smaller ones in parallel instead of one large will give better response and three cylinders per turbo is actually fairly good. However you can mount them close to the cylinder heads on the exhaust side. But it will make things a bit more complicated when it comes to plumbing. Maybe a future modification. Ehh id stay single turbo. Begining post he wanted this setup since easier to make over 500hp this way than mod the 2.5L. Gotta remember even though this is an old motor im sure the 3.8L has more tq than almost any turbo 2.5L under 2krpm so its not going to be laggy. I know i went from a 99 sc'ed maxima with a 3.0L at 13lbs psi and going from that 3.0L to the na 3.5L swap i couldnt believe what half a cyclinder did for the low end. So just imagine 2 more cyclinders and 1.3Ls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users seabass07 Posted November 4, 2010 Mega Users Share Posted November 4, 2010 The point (as far as I see it) is to use a setup that he already has and put it into the leggy. Of coarse a twin turbo will give low end AND high end, but it requires money. I get the feeling that Frankster is more of a resourceful badass than a big spender. Anyone can pay a crapload of money and get someone to do an engine swap...it takes skill to do something like this in such a short time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClimberDHexMods Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 Unless I am severely mistaken, he has no interest in anything overly complicated, spendy, or flashy. He'll have just as much fun without the fluff. Sounds like a great way to live, considering people have spent more on a stage 2 legacy just on the exhaust bits. [CENTER][B][I] Front Limited Slip Racing Differentials for the 5EAT now available for $1895 shipped, please inquire for details! [/I][/B][/CENTER] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turboman38 Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 Great work Frankster! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 I was just seeding ideas - you never know what will happen next year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaz98gt Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 Unless I am severely mistaken, he has no interest in anything overly complicated, spendy, or flashy. He'll have just as much fun without the fluff. Sounds like a great way to live, considering people have spent more on a stage 2 legacy just on the exhaust bits. This. Well said...do it cheap, do it simple, do it right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted November 7, 2010 Author Share Posted November 7, 2010 :D so i got the boost lines connected cleaned up a bunch of wires and got a nice tune to 5 lbs ! videos being up loaded right now. its got some decent pull already! in the videos you will see the stock tach be a little jumpy i think this is because of either some noise or the sensor is to far from the ring. tomorrow i will install the rwd/4wd shaft. Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaze741 Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 Its crazy seeing that engine compartment, and not seeing the subaru boxer in there. =[ Never would have expected such quick progress. Awesome work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruggerheist Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 instead of frank_ster, ill just call you dr. frankenstein Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted November 7, 2010 Author Share Posted November 7, 2010 [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-aady3Se0E8]YouTube - buckaru now with boost 5 lbs to start[/ame] Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted November 7, 2010 Author Share Posted November 7, 2010 [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJgLgKaE3dg]YouTube - buckaru with 5 lbs boost[/ame] Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 I noticed the temp setting on the heater control said 22, then I remembered, where you live. This is a awesome animal you have built. Looking forward to seeing more. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted November 7, 2010 Author Share Posted November 7, 2010 I noticed the temp setting on the heater control said 22, then I remembered, where you live. . yea us knuckers like our sub freezing heater settings Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laverne Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 Is the trans slipping? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted November 7, 2010 Author Share Posted November 7, 2010 Is the trans slipping? the shifts take bit long, but once its in gear the clutches hold. Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laverne Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 ok, I was watching the tach( which I know hangs on you), the speedo and hearing the shifts.. It was just hard to tell with the audio.. Can it be adjusted or did you set it up to save the trans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted November 7, 2010 Author Share Posted November 7, 2010 i have not installed the megashift yet, the megashift will increase line pressure and retard timming to protect the tranny. Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattg Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 Sounds good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users seabass07 Posted November 7, 2010 Mega Users Share Posted November 7, 2010 Wait...no megashift yet? so the stock ecu is running everything? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick4dr Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 in case you need any 3.8 turbo assistance http://www.zzperformance.com and http://www.clubgp.com have great stuff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted November 7, 2010 Author Share Posted November 7, 2010 [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVy7lBptL2c]YouTube - buckaru 3.8 turbo drive by 5 lbs boost[/ame] Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musty_hustla Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 ooo that buick sounds sweet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrozenNorthLGT Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 Sweet....just sweet... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05Boost Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 Eewwww. Awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Verwilderd Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 The sound of that turbo is pure sex! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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