Blackcrow64's Talon TSi AWD Project Progress Thread... (SOLD) - Page 45

Blackcrow64 · 10-03-2009, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by steviek

hmm my bet is it is an unattached vaccuum hose that runs from the TB. It could be the one to the FPR, or one of them that goes from the Intake manifold. I would check all those nipples first. If you have a stethescope you can listen around in areas that works well.

Checked every nipple on the thing. Even compared it to an extra IM off the car to see if I was overlooking something but nothing. TB is completely sealed unless the gasket is leaking... But the leak is louder than the motor and I don't think the gasket could be leaking that bad but maybe... I might try some RTV on there to see if that makes a difference...

Blackcrow64 · 10-06-2009, 02:59 PM

Found that the IM gasket wasn't flush and had a wrinkle in it which caused the leaks... Also found two missing bolts in the turbo compressor housing... Fixed it all and it runs! Took a few trys but it finally started idling on it's own after adjusting the fuel... Now all I need to do is get a new power steering pump and fix all the awful leaks... Had it run for about 30 minutes with no problems aside from a major leak. Stupid fuel pump lines are leaking horrible right on top of the pump housing. Blah... Stupid cars... But at least it's running!!! =)
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vanilla gorilla · 10-07-2009, 01:34 AM

Good job man, glad to hear its running.

Blackcrow64 · 10-13-2009, 01:23 AM

Ok, so on Sunday I went and worked on this thing again and tore off the intake manifold, throttle body and upper intercooler pipe... Went over everything and found some junk on the IM flange that could have caused a leak. Sanded it all smooth and then used silicone on the gaskets there and on the TB and am hoping that takes care of the vacuum leaks I had... Still gotta solve the fuel pump leak... It is fine at an idle and lower RPM. Once I start to make boost it sprays and leaks like crazy... Also am having an issue with some electronics inside the car... Need to do some rewiring this winter on it. Definitely did a sloppy job on that stuff and need to fix it... Also going to do some undercoat work on it this winter along with suspension and new wheels next spring... Anywho... Hmmm... We'll see what happens where when I go work on it some more. Hoping I can get this fuel pump leak solved. I don't wanna drive it and deprive it of fuel while boosting. Anybody parting out an AWD 2g? I sure could use the fuel pump housing/sending unit...

ned032002 · 10-15-2009, 11:52 PM

The best thing about the winter is that your able to focus on getting all those odds and ends cleaned up that you've been procrastinating about throughout the year. You said the fuel pump is leaking, is it the line that comes right out of the fuel pump or are you talking about the sending unit where it attaches the seal is shot?

Blackcrow64 · 10-16-2009, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by ned032002

The best thing about the winter is that your able to focus on getting all those odds and ends cleaned up that you've been procrastinating about throughout the year. You said the fuel pump is leaking, is it the line that comes right out of the fuel pump or are you talking about the sending unit where it attaches the seal is shot?

The feed line out the top of the sending unit is leaking where it meets the rubber line. Sprays out all around it... If I can't get it solved I may just run a braided line the whole way from the sending unit to the fuel rail and just use an aftermarket filter rather than the stock one...

ned032002 · 10-16-2009, 08:24 AM

Thats what I was going to suggest. I remember seeing something in the vfaq before that showed how to fix a broken fuel line that goes right through the sending unit. You can get to the sending unit from the back seat can't you?

Blackcrow64 · 10-16-2009, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by ned032002

Thats what I was going to suggest. I remember seeing something in the vfaq before that showed how to fix a broken fuel line that goes right through the sending unit. You can get to the sending unit from the back seat can't you?

Yes I can. If you happen to come across that article again please hit me up with it. I'm debating a few ways of going about this whole process, none which will be fun or easy. lol...

ned032002 · 10-16-2009, 10:35 PM

This isn't the exact site but the same idea

http://www.3si.org/forum/f1/how-fix-...p-assy-420892/

Blackcrow64 · 10-17-2009, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by ned032002

This isn't the exact site but the same idea

http://www.3si.org/forum/f1/how-fix-...p-assy-420892/

Ah... Yeah, that's exactly what I was gonna do with AN fittings. Was hoping there would be an easier/cheaper way but oh well. I'll just do it right so I know I won't have to worry about it again.

ned032002 · 10-17-2009, 08:02 AM

Yeah that looks like a 1 time deal, once it's done then you don't have to worry about it again.

cantgo2fast · 10-20-2009, 01:47 AM

Ya, i broke that hose as well, a replacement from mitsu is $75 which isnt cheap either

nofear39427 · 10-20-2009, 06:08 PM

Atleast its running now... that car has put you through hell dude.
You just have a few kinks to work out and perhaps everything will be working smoothly

Blackcrow64 · 10-20-2009, 09:26 PM

Tomorrow is supposed to be 70 and sunny out and I don't have to work! It will definitely be a good day to get things done on it... Hopefully get everything fixed up and drive it as long as the fuel line is done leaking... Will know more once I start it up again and test some things out...

ned032002 · 10-20-2009, 11:15 PM

Good Luck dude, I have high hopes if that gives you any confidence!

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