Do you have to do that only for the main journal units or for the ball bearing units as well? I am saying that because I'm going with ball bearing units for my kit...
Tear Down Has Begun! Hellion TT Install!
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Do you have to do that only for the main journal units or for the ball bearing units as well? I am saying that because I'm going with ball bearing units for my kit...
There not really that much tension on the crank. I can easily lift the motor with my hand. It's balanced on the trans mount as well so it's only teetering.
I did not pull off the oil pan gasket/tray. So never really looked.Nice, always like to see twins on anything
Since you have the oil pan off any chance of peeking in there to see if you have piston cooling squirters?
Well you might be done before me then. Lol
Lol. No! :fart:Is it done yet??:dw:
I ordered some -10 bulkhead fittings from Summit Racing. I will be sure and take pics when I install them.
I called and spoke to Jeff at Hellion today. He is supposed to get back to me with what I need. Thanks for the help!:beer:
Haven't even looked.
Ya, sure wish I would have found this post ( 2013 Hellion issue ) a few weeks ago Torchy. I could have provided some info. :fm:
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IMO I'd recommend it for both types. I do know the BB are more forgiving and are less susceptible to having this issue (oil pushing past the seals). Some of the other TT guys that didn't run into this issue probably might just tell ya to run with it. See what I'm saying? Just a matter of opinion and experience.
I sure could of used all the help I could get a few weeks ago but at least shes all good now. Were gonna get yours sorted too brotha:beer:
OP looks like your coming along nicely. I always liked your car too. I would also like to know if your able to run your lower fogs with the kit (I'm thinking yes you can). Also I want to see pics of your pan once it's done. If you're ever going to see any oil leakage with this kit it'll be right there at the return. Mine don't leak there but I know they want to:cryying:
Keep us posted.
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As long as hes not a SUPER early 13 then he won't have them.
Sorry for the delay guys. I was finally able to get a little more work done.
Here are the bulkhead fittings that I am using for the oil drain back.
I drilled a pilot hole first.
Then I used a step down bit to drill the holes.
Then I put them in. They worked great! Here you can see how they look from the inside.
I then reinstalled the oil pan as per specifications as seen here. Ford Service Manuals - IN-VEHICLE REPAIR Pan.pdf
I moved the studded location over one and moved it on the wire harness as well.
Here is the front fitting.
Next up was the drivers side header. I had to move the motor around a little to give me the clearance needed to slide it into place. I also had to take out and put back in all the studs. I was able to reuse all but one. I then torqued them down to specification as seen here.
Ford Service Manuals - IN-VEHICLE REPAIR Manifold - LH.pdf
Back up top it looked like this.
Next up was to install the oil feed fittings for the turbos.
While I was at it I also installed the down pipe for the drivers side while I had the extra room. I just left it loose for now.
Well I ran out of time so this is it for now. I will update as it progresses.
Here are the bulkhead fittings that I am using for the oil drain back.
I drilled a pilot hole first.
Then I used a step down bit to drill the holes.
Then I put them in. They worked great! Here you can see how they look from the inside.
I then reinstalled the oil pan as per specifications as seen here. Ford Service Manuals - IN-VEHICLE REPAIR Pan.pdf
I moved the studded location over one and moved it on the wire harness as well.
Here is the front fitting.
Next up was the drivers side header. I had to move the motor around a little to give me the clearance needed to slide it into place. I also had to take out and put back in all the studs. I was able to reuse all but one. I then torqued them down to specification as seen here.
Ford Service Manuals - IN-VEHICLE REPAIR Manifold - LH.pdf
Back up top it looked like this.
Next up was to install the oil feed fittings for the turbos.
While I was at it I also installed the down pipe for the drivers side while I had the extra room. I just left it loose for now.
Well I ran out of time so this is it for now. I will update as it progresses.
Looking good man!
Awesome Kevin... and I just started going to the track in mine... and I'm looking for more mods already...haha Damn you... I am cheerfully happy about the 115 MPH I got out of the car tho with just the 91 tune in it..
What are you plans for the car when you finish? You going to track it at all, road course of fun sexy cruiser show car? :beer:
What are you plans for the car when you finish? You going to track it at all, road course of fun sexy cruiser show car? :beer:
I used those same bulkheads for my previous Vortech install for the same reasons. I didn't DD my car by any means back then but how do you think these will handle DD use? I mean, does anyone think they'll loosen up? I'd hate to have to drop the pan to tighten these lol
I've considered using them again when I do my install on this '13 but figured I'd ask.
I've considered using them again when I do my install on this '13 but figured I'd ask.
Where you at Rock where you at?
Sorry, just jonesing for an update on the progress of your install!
Sorry, just jonesing for an update on the progress of your install!
Anything new??
Sorry for the slow progress guys. Been working a lot and waiting on parts and such. Jeff and John at Hellion have been very helpful!
I was able to install the heat shielding.
Here is the package of different shields Hellion sends with the kit. Each are cut to specific lengths and go right along with the install instructions.
They sent me the restrictors for the oil feed lines. They use nitrous jets to reduce the amount of oil pressure to the turbos.
Here's what they sent. As you can see they machine fittings custom to accommodate the nitrous jets.
And the part most people like to see...........:coolman:
Got the passenger side turbo on.
Then I had to stop to roll some fenders for a friend. I will try to get more done tomorrow and I will update as I go along.
I was able to install the heat shielding.
Here is the package of different shields Hellion sends with the kit. Each are cut to specific lengths and go right along with the install instructions.
They sent me the restrictors for the oil feed lines. They use nitrous jets to reduce the amount of oil pressure to the turbos.
Here's what they sent. As you can see they machine fittings custom to accommodate the nitrous jets.
And the part most people like to see...........:coolman:
Got the passenger side turbo on.
Then I had to stop to roll some fenders for a friend. I will try to get more done tomorrow and I will update as I go along.
This just in, hot chicks want boost!!!!
Was just thinking g the same thing! Didn't know turbonetics had v band inlets?
Wtf @ the turbos??? Are they JB?
And you wrapped the headers? Any clearance issues with wrapping them? Because I wasn't going to but now you're making me change my mind.
And you wrapped the headers? Any clearance issues with wrapping them? Because I wasn't going to but now you're making me change my mind.
How do you like the fuse box being where it is? Any room to move it elsewhere?
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