VS V6 Turbo build

[Deuce]

2 examples to add to the ecu debate:

I have a wideband gauge with an output wired to the (stock) ECU and can check datalogs with WB vs load vs rpm - paste to a spreadsheet with calcs and get new VE values to upload.
I can also live tune from the passenger seat while someone else drives.

Years ago I used to sell aftermarket Thundermax ECM's for Harley's. They have 2x wideband sensors, and the ECM auto tunes. But they also recommend after X amount of hundred km's that you turn off the widebands in the tune.
Ie: once the VE tables are set, you are then only ruining your tune with sensor wear etc.

I am supposed to calibrate my O2 sensor/gauge every 6months (which is probably again due)

 

[Cameron Tomlonson]

Spoke to local tuners today and they no longer tune std ecu. So search continues and looks like I'll be travelling for it.

 

[Draimond]

I had a feeling you'd run into that.
There's a guy in Brisbane who's just started up a workshop specialising in stock engine + stock ecu + turbo setups and tunes.
I linked one of his videos on page 2.

To my utter suprise he pulled 600+hp out of an otherwise stock block with opened up ring gaps, can't remember if he refreshed bearings or not.
From the looks of it he's just trying to see how much he can push his ute.
I can't imagine he'd have any dramas setting you up with 200hp.

He's also got a 1000hp ecotec that he took to several drag days.

Road trip?
Phone call at least.

If you go down the Haltech route, again, I'm happy to walk you through wiring etc

Golby's in Qld told me that the new Bosch 1000cc injectors flow great and have excellent control even at low delivery levels aka low duty cycle. 1,000 cc was the same price as 300cc so I grabbed them myself.

 

[Cameron Tomlonson]

I had a feeling you'd run into that.
There's a guy in Brisbane who's just started up a workshop specialising in stock engine + stock ecu + turbo setups and tunes.
I linked one of his videos on page 2.

To my utter suprise he pulled 600+hp out of an otherwise stock block with opened up ring gaps, can't remember if he refreshed bearings or not.
From the looks of it he's just trying to see how much he can push his ute.
I can't imagine he'd have any dramas setting you up with 200hp.

He's also got a 1000hp ecotec that he took to several drag days.

Road trip?
Phone call at least.

If you go down the Haltech route, again, I'm happy to walk you through wiring etc

Golby's in Qld told me that the new Bosch 1000cc injectors flow great and have excellent control even at low delivery levels aka low duty cycle. 1,000 cc was the same price as 300cc so I grabbed them myself.

Cheers thanks.
Ive just broke my wrist so its looking like a January or February project now. Plenty more time to research.
Gonna be annoying looking at my kit and not being able to install it.

 

[Draimond]

I'm very sorry to hear that.

Definitely a great opportunity to do some research then.

Keep the kit where you can see it, till it gives you the $###s and you decide to install it.

Jump on YouTube and skim through corn fed boost, then watch everything you can from Haltech (as a lot of it is universal) and check out HP Academy for deep dives and training.

 

[Cameron Tomlonson]

I'm very sorry to hear that.

Definitely a great opportunity to do some research then.

Keep the kit where you can see it, till it gives you the $###s and you decide to install it.

Jump on YouTube and skim through corn fed boost, then watch everything you can from Haltech (as a lot of it is universal) and check out HP Academy for deep dives and training.

Yeah ive seen most his stuff already

 

[Immortality]

It's a L67 (very boost friendly 8.5:1 CR with better pistons and rods etc than a ecotec) but it shows the potential of the little V6 platform.

What this does show is that tuning and fuel system is crucial to reliability, a lean spike with a turbo is going to hurt stuff. Spend money on a good quality waste gate and fuel system.

 

[Cameron Tomlonson]

It's a L67 (very boost friendly 8.5:1 CR with better pistons and rods etc than a ecotec) but it shows the potential of the little V6 platform.

What this does show is that tuning and fuel system is crucial to reliability, a lean spike with a turbo is going to hurt stuff. Spend money on a good quality waste gate and fuel system.

Yeah i have turbosmart wastegate

 

[Cameron Tomlonson]

It's a L67 (very boost friendly 8.5:1 CR with better pistons and rods etc than a ecotec) but it shows the potential of the little V6 platform.

What this does show is that tuning and fuel system is crucial to reliability, a lean spike with a turbo is going to hurt stuff. Spend money on a good quality waste gate and fuel system.

Ive found a place about 1hr 20 mins away, Boost and Tune Solutions. Check them out on FB.

 

[Cameron Tomlonson]

Seimens deka 610cc injectors from Injectors online to avoid fakes. https://www.injectorsonline.com/collections/holden/products/610cc-set-of-6-comm-6cyl
Genuine Walbro 255lph in tank pump and fresh fuel filter. Please ensure good function of the in tank return hose to swirl pot.
Stock fuel pressure regulator on the stock rails is ideal.

Tap a VR 5L MAT sensor to the intake plenum at the rear. M14 x 1.5 thread. Extend air box wiring across to the sensor and connect.

-12 rocker cover breathers reccomended. Can plumb back to pre turbo intake pipe or a twin -12 catch can.
Block off ther 3/8" pcv breather under the throttle body.

Fit a Turbosmart OPR V2 Turbo Oil Pressure Regulator in line for the turbo oil feed. V1 is a no go, must be a V2. https://www.turbosmart.com/product/opr-v2-turbo-oil-pressure-regulator/

$1600 for Kalmaker 3BAr OS mafless tuning. We will supply and wire up the map sensor at dyno time

The below is for when i turn it up above 8psi. Which im hoping to fo before tune.
As i will have the engine and box out anyway for bay paint and tidy up wiring.

MLS head gaskets, stock thickness, copper sprayed prior to install.
ARP head stud kit. Teflon thread tape on threads into the block to seal coolant from seeping up.

Crow single valve springs.
Stock retainers and locks.
Viton stem seals.

GFB Atomic boost tap on hand for tune time is a good idea https://gfb.com.au/products/boost-c.../atomic-single-stage-boost-controller-detail/

4l60eHD2C trans shift kit with a Corvette 2nd apply servo and alloy accumulator pistons suggested.