Single turbo build help/advice.
03-18-2018, 10:51 AM
#1
Single turbo build help/advice.
Hi guys,
ive decided to do a single turbo upgrade on my standard ls2. As well as the normal bits I’ve also got a bap and 80lb injectors.
Will I need to get a boost controller of some sort or should I just rely on the wastgate at 6psi?
ive decided to do a single turbo upgrade on my standard ls2. As well as the normal bits I’ve also got a bap and 80lb injectors.
Will I need to get a boost controller of some sort or should I just rely on the wastgate at 6psi?
03-18-2018, 01:15 PM
#2
Team Owner
Do you want the ability to adjust boost without swapping WG springs? If so the answer is yes.
Your question is so broad and no details that no one can give a real answer.
Your question is so broad and no details that no one can give a real answer.
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FourG63 97GST (08-13-2018)
03-18-2018, 01:30 PM
#3
Sorry I didn’t give much info.
Ideally id like the ability to have 2 settings, low and high boost. Is there any other way to have this option without a electronic boost controller? I’ve also seen the manual boost controllers but not sure how good they are or easy to adjust.
Ideally id like the ability to have 2 settings, low and high boost. Is there any other way to have this option without a electronic boost controller? I’ve also seen the manual boost controllers but not sure how good they are or easy to adjust.
03-18-2018, 02:14 PM
#4
Team Owner
There are a few different ways, but an EBC or 2 stage manual will be easiest. Manuals are fine, just have to turn a **** under hood.
03-19-2018, 10:09 AM
#5
Thanks for the info.
The tuner said he thinks it would be best to use speed density for tuning so have to upgrade the map sensor (i believe the ls2 comes with 1 bar sensor which is insufficient)
which sensor do people upgrade to for speed density.
Also thinking if just getting a wideband will be enough
The tuner said he thinks it would be best to use speed density for tuning so have to upgrade the map sensor (i believe the ls2 comes with 1 bar sensor which is insufficient)
which sensor do people upgrade to for speed density.
Also thinking if just getting a wideband will be enough
Last edited by SteveSierra; 03-19-2018 at 02:08 PM.
03-20-2018, 09:04 AM
#8
Team Owner
No, any change to map sensor will need tune adjusted. Also since it is an ls2 will need adapter or to be cut/spliced in.
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FourG63 97GST (08-13-2018)
03-20-2018, 02:09 PM
#9
Thanks. The car will be tuned anyway cause of the turbo, was more for wiring why I was asking.
Apparently there is a 2 bar sensor that’s a straight bolt on without having to do anything with the wiring. Can’t remember the part number though
Apparently there is a 2 bar sensor that’s a straight bolt on without having to do anything with the wiring. Can’t remember the part number though
03-20-2018, 04:43 PM
#11
Team Owner
The DSX/DPE 2.5 bar bolts right on. Just sold one for $80.
03-22-2018, 04:43 AM
#12
Thanks does it also context straight to the ls2 plug? Or would I need the wiring adaptor?
the kit I’ve gone for is from powersource performance, they have made a single turbo kit that allows you to keep the ac.
Should be a straight bolt on but will keep everyone updated once I receive all the parts and start to fit it.
the kit I’ve gone for is from powersource performance, they have made a single turbo kit that allows you to keep the ac.
Should be a straight bolt on but will keep everyone updated once I receive all the parts and start to fit it.
03-22-2018, 08:54 AM
#13
Team Owner
The ZR1 map would need a plug/etc.
The DPE/DSX plug right in, and just need the tune adjusted. Also depends on year, as 2005 have other issues.
The DPE/DSX plug right in, and just need the tune adjusted. Also depends on year, as 2005 have other issues.
03-22-2018, 08:54 PM
#14
Racer
Maybe post a link to the turbo kit youre running so everyone has a better idea. There are MAP sensors that are direct plug in, as has already been stated. Just make sure you know what map sensor youre getting as your tuner would need that information. What power levels are you shooting for? A BAP on a stock ls2 Corvette fuel pump wont get you very far in most cases so thats why I ask.
03-23-2018, 08:57 AM
#17
Melting Slicks
The best system is a dual low mount smaller turbos they are more expensive but very desirable,
Another good system is a single rear mount as it take the extra weight where you want it and keep engine bay cool and stock & very easy reversible.
As far as the BAP is only a temp band aid I say add an exterior fuel pump it's easy.
08-06-2018, 03:49 PM
#19
Hi guys,
its been a long process collecting parts but I think I have 99% of what I need now.
The car is booked in to a top garage in a week but in the mean time I’d like to install the bap and innovate gauge.
Can anyone help with where they’ve connected the power for the gauge from (it says on the instructions not to use ignition,audio feed etc but use a supply that comes on with ignition for lighting and dimming)
also is the bap ok to fully install minus connecting the Hobbs switch.
its been a long process collecting parts but I think I have 99% of what I need now.
The car is booked in to a top garage in a week but in the mean time I’d like to install the bap and innovate gauge.
Can anyone help with where they’ve connected the power for the gauge from (it says on the instructions not to use ignition,audio feed etc but use a supply that comes on with ignition for lighting and dimming)
also is the bap ok to fully install minus connecting the Hobbs switch.