Another Avos Twin-Screw Supercharger Kit in USA
#161
Minor delays due to illnesses
The tech that is doing the install, Bill, is quite sick with a flu. I am also really sick. It is going around our town... almost everyone that I know is sick. After you read this post, make sure to wash your hands to reduce the risk of catching the flu. Hah!
Bill will be back soon, hopefully tomorrow to continue working on the final stages of the supercharger installation. He will also be making several brackets to secure parts rigidly into place, rather than using cable ties, etc.
This photo shows why their machine shop is making a fitting that will connect the fuel line to the rail (no direct fit):
This photo shows the new supercharger pulley:
Bill will be back soon, hopefully tomorrow to continue working on the final stages of the supercharger installation. He will also be making several brackets to secure parts rigidly into place, rather than using cable ties, etc.
This photo shows why their machine shop is making a fitting that will connect the fuel line to the rail (no direct fit):
This photo shows the new supercharger pulley:
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Jeff in Tucson (03-21-2013)
#164
For the fuel fitting you need something like this:
Dorman 800-131 - SummitRacing.com
There is an 11 and a 14mm, and while I'm pretty sure the Jag is the larger one, don't quote me on it as I haven't measured it.
Should be available at Autozone or Oreilly as well.
Dorman 800-131 - SummitRacing.com
There is an 11 and a 14mm, and while I'm pretty sure the Jag is the larger one, don't quote me on it as I haven't measured it.
Should be available at Autozone or Oreilly as well.
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#166
Just a little bit more to go!
The tech, Bill, is back in action at Falconworks and more progress has been made. All that is left is to hook up the throttle body electronics and mount a few more custom brackets to hold things in place. The XKR *might* be ready to start on Monday afternoon. We'll see!
In this photo, you can see the awesome fuel fitting that Falconworks used. I love that blue color and a few more connectors match in that color. You can also see the driver's side coil pack cover in place. The hammered grey aluminum color is cool!
In this photo, you can see that the last belt is in place and the cooling fans are getting ready to be bolted back into place.
This is just another fuel fitting and coil pack cover shot.
In this photo, you can see the Kinsler fuel pressure regulator (expensive at around $480). It will be located here with a custom made bracket.
In this photo, you can see the awesome fuel fitting that Falconworks used. I love that blue color and a few more connectors match in that color. You can also see the driver's side coil pack cover in place. The hammered grey aluminum color is cool!
In this photo, you can see that the last belt is in place and the cooling fans are getting ready to be bolted back into place.
This is just another fuel fitting and coil pack cover shot.
In this photo, you can see the Kinsler fuel pressure regulator (expensive at around $480). It will be located here with a custom made bracket.
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#168
It's time for the spiffy diffy.
It is time to order the limited-slip differential.
I had read that AVos has used this model in a post: 8708.40.5000 TCD for Jaguar XKR 1.5way Spec-S
Made by: OS Giken.
Established dealers in my area: Dealers
I have already put some inquires out to a friend that works in the automotive industry, and may be able to buy it through him. Does anyone have any input about this particular unit? My assumption is that I will NOT need to reprogram the transmission's computer. It seems that it will be a fairly easy install, aside from the OEM differential removal.
I had read that AVos has used this model in a post: 8708.40.5000 TCD for Jaguar XKR 1.5way Spec-S
Made by: OS Giken.
Established dealers in my area: Dealers
I have already put some inquires out to a friend that works in the automotive industry, and may be able to buy it through him. Does anyone have any input about this particular unit? My assumption is that I will NOT need to reprogram the transmission's computer. It seems that it will be a fairly easy install, aside from the OEM differential removal.
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#170
Exhaust
I currently have no rear mufflers and used the Mina rear muffler delete kit. The sound is perfect. The welded pipe supports that came with the Mina kit were HORRIBLE, breaking twice within a 2 week period, so I had my techs make custom heavy duty pipe support brackets. My factory catalytic converters, surprisingly, are in great shape and do not appear clogged at all with no 'sandy' sound when rotated.
I like the Nameless cats, but don't want the system to get too loud.
I like the Nameless cats, but don't want the system to get too loud.
#171
Lsd
It is time to order the limited-slip differential.
I had read that AVos has used this model in a post: 8708.40.5000 TCD for Jaguar XKR 1.5way Spec-S
Made by: OS Giken.
Established dealers in my area: Dealers
I have already put some inquires out to a friend that works in the automotive industry, and may be able to buy it through him. Does anyone have any input about this particular unit? My assumption is that I will NOT need to reprogram the transmission's computer. It seems that it will be a fairly easy install, aside from the OEM differential removal.
I had read that AVos has used this model in a post: 8708.40.5000 TCD for Jaguar XKR 1.5way Spec-S
Made by: OS Giken.
Established dealers in my area: Dealers
I have already put some inquires out to a friend that works in the automotive industry, and may be able to buy it through him. Does anyone have any input about this particular unit? My assumption is that I will NOT need to reprogram the transmission's computer. It seems that it will be a fairly easy install, aside from the OEM differential removal.
I have the Quaife LSD in my 08 XKR that I got through at a VW indy shop (they had the best price.) Didn't have to reprogram the TCM and I've had it in for 2 years with no issues. Just replace the diff bearing and its plug and play.
I just filmed a before after vid that I'll post in the 07+ forum some time this week so you can see the difference in handling (or less technically, at doing donuts). I'd say the LSD offers a lot more whip and under steer correction over the stock open diff.
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Mike V and JgaXkr
Mike, that is awesome! I'll look for your video. If you happen to think of it, it would be great to see it posted here, too, since it is pertinent. Very cool. Thanks for the compliment.
Jga, thanks for exhaust advice. I've already ditched the rears. Who knows, maybe someday, I'll go full custom with the exhaust starting with the Nameless cats on back. You're correct about the waiting... it feels like an eternity! It's like being a donkey with a danged sugar-coated carrot dangling from a stick over my head, making me walk forward. AaAAAAAAaaaaaaaAAAAAAAH! I am actually driving my other vehicle very carefully to avoid an accident. I keep telling myself that I need to survive until I at least go for a ride in the Twin Screw Jag.
Jga, thanks for exhaust advice. I've already ditched the rears. Who knows, maybe someday, I'll go full custom with the exhaust starting with the Nameless cats on back. You're correct about the waiting... it feels like an eternity! It's like being a donkey with a danged sugar-coated carrot dangling from a stick over my head, making me walk forward. AaAAAAAAaaaaaaaAAAAAAAH! I am actually driving my other vehicle very carefully to avoid an accident. I keep telling myself that I need to survive until I at least go for a ride in the Twin Screw Jag.
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#174
#175
Upper pulley
JgaXkr, I don't remember the size. It is the same outer diameter as the one that AVos had originally sent to me with the Stage II kit. He had based his pulley size decision upon the fact that I went with the 4.2 engine instead of the 4.0. I can post the pulley specs tomorrow after I get them from Alan at Falconworks.
What size pulley are you running and what is the psi?
What size pulley are you running and what is the psi?
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Jeff in Tucson (03-24-2013)
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Killer chiller
I'm jealous. Those things are awesome!
Killer Chiller the Active Intercooler solution for OEM and after maket intercooler systems.
Killer Chiller the Active Intercooler solution for OEM and after maket intercooler systems.
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