Fowler's turbo build
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It has been nearly 6 months since I have been accumulating parts to start my build. Last year I had sold off my NB to pursue some racing dreams but that didn't end up to well. After dreading selling my car I wanted another toy to build so I decided to go with a Foxbody Mustang. After realizing how dumb I was I turned around and sold it and began my search for another miata. Well in March I had picked up a cheap 93 with a 96 swap and hardtop.
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52005-fowlers-turbo-build-img_8581.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
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Only pic I had of my NB before the upgrades and selling![facepalm](https://www.miataturbo.net/images/smilies/facepalm.gif)
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I got a great deal on the car so I decided to roll with it and eventually do a turbo build. The interior was not to shabby, the clean MazdaSpeed Miata seats made the ride much more relaxing. Not knowing the current miles on the 1.8 I decided to "freshen up" my engine and did a complete rebuild with forged rods. Took me about 9 hours to disassemble, clean and rebuild the engine in my garage.
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52008-fowlers-turbo-build-photo0074.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
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I decided to get myself a new steering wheel. I went with a NRG wheel with a Works Bell quick release. I love the new feel and sturdiness of the steering!
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52010-fowlers-turbo-build-photo0344.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
After this point I put together a list on what I wanted for my turbo build. I got some advice from Hustler and decided to go his route, talk to Abe with ARTech and Dimitris for my MS2.
I started talking with Abe from ARTech and had him suggest a full build for me. We decided to do his manifold, downpipe, 3" exhaust along with his turbo lines. He suggested I start with a T25 and work my way up to a T28 later down the line. Must I say his setup turned out magnificent!
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52012-fowlers-turbo-build-p1020842.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52011-fowlers-turbo-build-p1020859.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
Then I got with Reverant and had a enhanced MS2 built for the brain. This baby showed up a few weeks ago!
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52013-fowlers-turbo-build-photo0330.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
After gathering these parts I decided it was time to do my install, so I went to a buddies shop and we got after it!
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52014-fowlers-turbo-build-photo0091.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52015-fowlers-turbo-build-101_5284.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52016-fowlers-turbo-build-101_5285.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52017-fowlers-turbo-build-101_5286.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52018-fowlers-turbo-build-101_5287.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52019-fowlers-turbo-build-101_5288.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52020-fowlers-turbo-build-101_5289.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
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There are many things I did not take pictures of over these past 6 months. I had some BC Racing Coilovers installed that I got cheappp from a friend along with my steering wheel and a few other odd end things. I have a lot more pictures to take of my setup and hope to keep this updated as much as possible. For now, I learn to tune. Wish me luck!
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52005-fowlers-turbo-build-img_8581.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52006-fowlers-turbo-build-photo0210.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
Only pic I had of my NB before the upgrades and selling
![facepalm](https://www.miataturbo.net/images/smilies/facepalm.gif)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52007-fowlers-turbo-build-gallery_1940_78_215910.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
I got a great deal on the car so I decided to roll with it and eventually do a turbo build. The interior was not to shabby, the clean MazdaSpeed Miata seats made the ride much more relaxing. Not knowing the current miles on the 1.8 I decided to "freshen up" my engine and did a complete rebuild with forged rods. Took me about 9 hours to disassemble, clean and rebuild the engine in my garage.
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52008-fowlers-turbo-build-photo0074.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52009-fowlers-turbo-build-photo0052.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
I decided to get myself a new steering wheel. I went with a NRG wheel with a Works Bell quick release. I love the new feel and sturdiness of the steering!
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52010-fowlers-turbo-build-photo0344.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
After this point I put together a list on what I wanted for my turbo build. I got some advice from Hustler and decided to go his route, talk to Abe with ARTech and Dimitris for my MS2.
I started talking with Abe from ARTech and had him suggest a full build for me. We decided to do his manifold, downpipe, 3" exhaust along with his turbo lines. He suggested I start with a T25 and work my way up to a T28 later down the line. Must I say his setup turned out magnificent!
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52012-fowlers-turbo-build-p1020842.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52011-fowlers-turbo-build-p1020859.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
Then I got with Reverant and had a enhanced MS2 built for the brain. This baby showed up a few weeks ago!
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52013-fowlers-turbo-build-photo0330.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
After gathering these parts I decided it was time to do my install, so I went to a buddies shop and we got after it!
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52014-fowlers-turbo-build-photo0091.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52015-fowlers-turbo-build-101_5284.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52016-fowlers-turbo-build-101_5285.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52017-fowlers-turbo-build-101_5286.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52018-fowlers-turbo-build-101_5287.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52019-fowlers-turbo-build-101_5288.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52020-fowlers-turbo-build-101_5289.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/build-threads-57/52021-fowlers-turbo-build-photo0355.jpg?dateline=1344914864)
There are many things I did not take pictures of over these past 6 months. I had some BC Racing Coilovers installed that I got cheappp from a friend along with my steering wheel and a few other odd end things. I have a lot more pictures to take of my setup and hope to keep this updated as much as possible. For now, I learn to tune. Wish me luck!
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Thanks! My car will be nowhere near as nice as most builds on here (including yours Vlad) but for the price I got this baby I can not complain.
Went ahead and spent the money to get the parts I wanted, learned the hard way when buying junk so I went all out. I can always find me a new donor to swap my parts to in the long run once I get more familiar with these cars and tuning.
Went ahead and spent the money to get the parts I wanted, learned the hard way when buying junk so I went all out. I can always find me a new donor to swap my parts to in the long run once I get more familiar with these cars and tuning.
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Sorry, I figured that would confuse some people. I had bought a **** MS1 from a member and learned my lesson not to buy used electronics. Figured I would cut my losses and have a brand new built MS2.
As for turbo it is a T25 from a SR20DET, as soon as I am more familiar I will try my luck with a SR20 T28![](https://www.miataturbo.net/images/smilies/smile.gif)
The clutch came installed on the car already, fairly new ACT but I couldn't tell you which one I have. The car is a 93 with 96 swapped 1.8 engine and torsen! Like I said, I couldn't let this deal pass.
As for turbo it is a T25 from a SR20DET, as soon as I am more familiar I will try my luck with a SR20 T28
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The clutch came installed on the car already, fairly new ACT but I couldn't tell you which one I have. The car is a 93 with 96 swapped 1.8 engine and torsen! Like I said, I couldn't let this deal pass.
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A/c got in the way to make a flush fit. With the gap I have I still run 190* temps, and that's great with no ducting and the Texas heat of 109* on most days. It looks slick with the bumper on and my new lip, i'll get some pics tonight!
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Sarcasm? Cause I wish it was as nice as the green car Hustler. This car needs some work but for the money I have into it I have no complaints. Hopefully tuning gets better, car bogs at 4k rpms but spools to 7psi in no time!
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No sarcasm. I've been doing some thinking and I'm probably going to cease tuning cars because I lack the knowledge and experience to do it right. If you can't get it tuned, I'll help you find someone.
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That would be great, I definitely will need some help because I have no clue on how these cars are suppose to act. I have a few people that helped out last night and it got better but still not running right. I need to rid of these 460cc rx7 injectors and get me some real ones either now or sometime soon.
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hopefully I wont need to swap out my chassis anytime soon! But the real build comes after I get this turbo tuned. 9" 6uls and new paint, thinking the ford mustang sonic blue with black or bronze wheels, may go silver but not quite sure yet. So far I love this car
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Hmm I heard the evo 650s? Reverant suggested some type of injector I can't remember right now. But I will run these til I make them out, then bigger turbo, injectors, rebuilt engine, depends how horny i get