[wolfdog]

Originally Posted by GN_Drake

DP is routed to passenger side, and only 3". At that, it's touching firewall. 4" would not fit for any kit similar in size without massaging the firewall and/or routing

Appreciate the response. After lookin around a bit...any exhaust routing is going to be a close fit...going to have to get solid mounts.

[GN_Drake]

Engine is out now. Should be tearing down to diagnose and start the fun this week. Curious to see what they find and watch the progress.

[GN_Drake]

Well, not much progress to report. Just heard the block is back from machine shop, and got a few pics last month on the piston carnage. Been around 3mo, so hoping to see more progress soon. Didn't think it would take 6mo, but as long as it's done right this time I am happy to wait.

For your viewing pleasure, here are the only pics I've received to share.

[wolfdog]

looks like the classic LT ring lands going out.

which pistons went out?
how much boost were you pushing?
timing?
meth?
stock ring gap?

[GN_Drake]

Not sure which cylinders these were, only pics/info I have received from them thus far.

Was barely in boost when this happened for less than a second, but there is a larger story behind the "why" that I won't drag out on here. Bad shop/vendor with work, and that's where I'll leave it.

Engine/car had 4500mi on it. Had meth. Like 16* timing max pending IAT

[laynlo15]

Yep I've seen that before as mine broke cylinder 1 and 8. Good luck on your build, I think its in good hands.

[wolfdog]

Originally Posted by GN_Drake

Not sure which cylinders these were, only pics/info I have received from them thus far.

Was barely in boost when this happened for less than a second, but there is a larger story behind the "why" that I won't drag out on here. Bad shop/vendor with work, and that's where I'll leave it.

Engine/car had 4500mi on it. Had meth. Like 16* timing max pending IAT

was it the tune or hard parts/install?

not to pry...just tryin to get any info i can for my single turbo build.

[GN_Drake]

Was combined effect of whatever they left bouncing in the engine (according to GPI), as well as WG spring/lines. Take a look at the top of the piston from FOD slapping around.

Prior to dropping off, it ran solid with 6-7# for the 2k miles I owned it. First time seeing boost after pickup, dead in water.

I won't dwell, it will be addressed after the build is concluded.

[GN_Drake]

Went ahead and bit the bullet on a set of +30% FIC injectors. Another member gave me the low down on a deal, so ordered them this morning. Will forward to GPI once the arrive.

Only thing not upgraded will be the LT4 high side to LPE. Hoping it will hold enough power to max out the turbo/IC. Still debating on if I upgrade the IC while it's off. Have them looking into better DP options to go 3.5-4".

[wolfdog]

Originally Posted by GN_Drake

Was combined effect of whatever they left bouncing in the engine (according to GPI), as well as WG spring/lines. Take a look at the top of the piston from FOD slapping around.

Prior to dropping off, it ran solid with 6-7# for the 2k miles I owned it. First time seeing boost after pickup, dead in water.

I won't dwell, it will be addressed after the build is concluded.

Sorry to bring up old scars...but thanks for sharing and good luck with the new build! Turbo LTs arent too common yet so its nice to see another one in the making.

[Choda]

Excited to see the progress

[GN_Drake]

One step closer. FIC +30 showed up. Once the engine is built I'll be shipping them to GPI. Just waiting for some kind of update to know it's being worked...

[GN_Drake]

Anyone near GPI by chance? Not hearing/seeing anything from them and would just like a check in....

PM me if you're close and want to help a brother out. Going on 5mo.

[Choda]

No email response or picked up the phone in 5 months?

Go get your car.