In a few weeks I will be installing my ATP GT3037S turbo kit. I wanted to get some opinions on parts I may have left out. I got a really good deal on the ATP kit used, so I'm going to stick with it and see how I like it once everything is installed. Okay, here is what I currently have for engine mods:

-Vishnu Xede piggyback without the flash
-Perrin TBE with testpipe
-Vishnu cam gears set at -5 & -5
-Megan racing tubular header
-Cusco oil catch can
-Perrin intake

Parts I have but not yet installed:

-ATP GT3037S turbo kit w/ new DP and hardware
-Revolver cams w/ springs & retainers

Shopping list:

-Exedy twin plate clutch (should have it soon)
-Phenolic IM spacer
-Shifter busings
-New gaskets & studs
-ARP head studs
-Balance shaft eliminators
-Greddy RS BOV
-Denso 720cc injectors (waiting to arrive)
-Perrin fuel rail
-new NGK plugs (one heat range colder than stock?)

The last part I'm concerned with is tuning. As I mentioned I have the Xede piggyback, but would like to go AEM at some point. I'm trying to decide wether to save up and wait for the AEM and do it all at once, or run the Xede with a conservative tune and then get the AEM later with a full tune. I should have access to an LM-1 wide band controller shortly to do some road testing and get a safe base tune either way. I also plan to do all the work myself, the house has a lift, tools, etc. I'd also really like to ditch the MAF and go with a MAP sensor, since it will take some new plumbing to get the MAF to mate up with the new turbo. I have also seen a few pictures and been recomended to relocate the recirc valve right before the throttle body. Any comments or suggestions on the build?

 

Forgot to menion that the intent of the car is to remain my daily driver and do a few track days through out the year. Not really into drag racing, just want more power.

 

I think you got a pretty good build up there on your hands and yes I recommend getting that maf switched out to the MAP sensor because the brain will get a much better signal and twice as accurate. Better signals = more accurate readings=better communication hence more horsepower. Also DONT get the exedy because you'll eat that alive quick, unless its the carbon twin. I suggest getting the CUSCO for the same price if you can find it for the same price but its possible, and also that recirculating valve is a deffinite great idea because thats exactly what im going to do to get sharp and quick throttle response especially if you have denso or ralliart plugs with magnecore or ralliart wires

 

OOh yes..........4 got to tell you also that the removal of those balance shaft with those retarded cams and hot box header buildup, no. NOt a great idea unless you plan on doing full drag racing on this thing.

 

Reason I chose CUSCO for you is because it is meant to last longer because of the self leveling device it has. Don't let rumors fool you to tell you they are the same. In a way they are, exedy and cusco alike, but cusco is just a revised design that works better.

 

I feel that turbo's NEW hotside although making a simple bolton unit hinders it's performance in terms of spoolup and topend power.