VF52 upgrade POLL (what else?)

Hey so on the 8th I'll be getting my VF52, 650cc injectors, and 245lph fuel pump installed and tunes by Chris over at EFI. Adding these to my catless UP and catted DP, brings one question...

 

To those who are currently running the VF52 or have knowledge about such question, please answer the following.

 

...I will be asking Chris to put a conservative tune onto the car once the parts are installed. The car will have more power even with such a tune, however DO YOU THINK A NEW TMIC WOULD BE A GOOD IDEA? I really don't want to take this whole expenditure into the $3k's, and getting the tmic would def take it there.

 

Just want a little more power than the current VF40(needs replacing) and UP/DP/APv2.

 

You should definitely upgrade your TMIC. Even with a conservative tune you'll be making more than enough HP to blow the end tanks off the OEM one. Also, don't forget you'll need a 1mm pill for the Turbo.

You will eventualy blow it apart unless you reinforce it.

Try and look for a used AVO or even better Perrin TMIC...This is not just an issue of more power but with that turbo you need the reliability it would offer..

Try and look for a used AVO or even better Perrin TMIC...This is not just an issue of more power but with that turbo you need the reliability it would offer..

Any reason why Perrin>AVO? I thought they were one and the same with maybe $$$ being the only difference?

 

 

Edit: +1 more on a used top mount.

Perrin is slightly larger but the AVO has a better fit supposedly. I had a Perrin once and never had a fitment issue.

You could also get an air/oil separator. I have one for the top mount IC set up. It will keep oil mist out of the fuel being injected and that will keep the octane rating up.

 

I'd like to have the VF52 like you have but that will wait.

im pissed. i thought i was the only modded outback in CT. darn it. def gotta get my HTA now

Surprised this guy is still getting along with his stock TMIC. What kind of tune you running?

Currenrly the stage 2 map. Treated me fine with the UP/DP set up. I'm just pissed the dbag who owned it before me had welded the WG shut! That's why the turbo is on the fritz.

 

I guess I'll have to return the sweaters and socks i'm sure to get from the Aunts tomorrow and save a bit more for the Tmic. Anybody have a link for a used one? Or new?

 

As for being in CT and tuned, what town you in? I'm right on 91 up near MA

Get a better TMIC. I would also get a better TB hose while you are at it. Saves you troubles down the road. Do all of this prior to tune though. You will get the max out of your dollar and out of that turbo.

Yea I've got the two weeks to grab the additional parts before install n tune so I'll start the hunt

You could invest in a 3-port boost solenoid. It helps control the boost better. I got the grimmspeed unit.

Get a better TMIC. I would also get a better TB hose while you are at it. Saves you troubles down the road. Do all of this prior to tune though. You will get the max out of your dollar and out of that turbo.

 

 

Oh and im not sure about the vf52, but my hta was easy as pie to get the inlet to fit. I might buy it just incase.

I am in southington. Starting a new job in windsor in a few weeks.

I'm running a VF52 w/ Perrin TMIC. No Perrin fitment issues. I'd pick up which ever used aftermarket TMIC you can find for ~$450. You need it primarily for reliability and it's worth the money.

 

As for the other comments...

 

- I agree go with a single 1mm pill.

- Stick with the stock BCS (no need for a 3-port solenoid).

I run a VF52 at 19psi, which you definitely need an all-metal TMIC for. You'd only be able to run 16psi or so with the stocker and all that midrange power you pick up with the VF52 would be muted. +1 to the GrimmSpeed EBCS as well. And +1 to TGV deletes. And +5 to getting these parts before you get on the dyno.

 

You're going to love this turbo! If you have E85 available near you, you'll want 740cc or larger injectors. You can find TDC or Perrin-modified 816cc injectors on nasioc pretty cheap. http://www.e85refueling.com/

just bought the Perrin tmic. Avo fp coming soon.

also found out there was 200 bucks I didn't know about in my paypal account when making the payment

VF52 looks so nice and pretty in its vacuum sealed bag.

Good wok on getting the TMIC....I bit the bullet after going stage 2...better safe than sorry. Be sure to post your results after the install and tune.