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Alright, you guys ready for some pain? Here we go; the exhaust pipe fabrication. . . In my previous over-wordy post about steel, I outlined the pros and cons of stainless versus mild steel. Personally, I chose stainless steel for it's advantages and longevity, and just accepted it's cost...

Hi leveraddict: Thanks for the post. Good question. In the first few posts on this thread, I describe the environment I live in and the impetus for adding a turbo to my tractor. The bottom line is the loss of power associated with an increase in altitude. I live at just under 8000' in the...

LOL, thanks skeets. Stay tuned, there's more insanity to come! Solo

Hi cthomas: That is an interesting option to use for steel. I hadn't heard of aluminized steel. There are so many different way to do the same thing, it's amazing. If you decide to modify your machine, please keep us posted on how things go. I'd be really interested to see how it all works...

Ok, before we start cutting and fitting pipe, there are several things to consider when fabricating an exhaust pipe, specifically regarding steel selection. The two most likely types for a project like this will be stainless steel or mild steel. The choice and application of these two...

Thanks Mike. Spoiler alert: The system is complete and has been test fired. I’m just behind on my updates. Going to try to finish up this weekend.

Good Afternoon: Let's jump into the next phase of this build: The hose routing from the Turbocharger compressor side outlet to the air inlet side of the engine. This was actually one of the easier parts of the build. The outlet from the turbocharger faces up about 45 degrees towards the...

Looks like you guys with the larger and 4-cylinder engines have more options than us little 3-cylinder guys. LOL. I don't think I would even be trying any of this with a bigger ECU controlled engine and EFI. There's comfort in the fact that these smaller tractors are dead nuts simple, engine...

Hi GrizBota: So, are you going to try to upgrade yours? Sounds like it could be a bolt-on project! Solo

Hi drewzee87t: It is pretty comical looking at the size of pipes people are putting on these tiny turbos. Definitely shouldn't have any airflow problems. LOL Yours is a testament to getting things done against the odds. I don't have welding experience or a welder either, but I came up with...

Thanks for the detailed post drewzee87t. It amazes me how many different ways there are to achieve the same result. It encourages me to see another successful turbo install that is producing power and working well. I still look at that tiny turbo and wonder if it will really work. LOL So...

Hi Mike: You know better than anybody what a nightmare it is to fabricate that first system. So many errors, cutoffs, redo's, and re-welds to get it all lined up. Ugh. I was careful with my layout first and foremost to try to have as much distance between hot and cold parts as possible...

As arduous as it was to configure and plumb the oil system for the turbocharger, it pales in comparison to what came next: The design and construction of the exhaust and compressor side plumbing systems. There have been no new posts on this thread for 2 or 3 weeks for a reason. Simply stated...

Hi X-pup: Making good progress, I’ll keep posting updates on my thread. Solo

Wow, there’s some irony. I have exactly 4” from the back face of the turbo exhaust to the firewall. I tried in vane to use 2” pipe, but just couldn’t make it happen. I dropped down to 1-1/2” and was able route it out comfortably. This requires offsetting the exit pipe so the turbo blades shoot...

Wow! That is amazing Mike! I am currently tearing my hair out trying to come up with an exhaust routing scheme functional and doesn't look horrible. It won't look like that though! Solo

Yes, my system is similar to Mike's, so I have a high confidence that it will work well. Solo

Thanks Mike, it’s been an arduous project, but I’m getting there. Solo

Hi GrizBota: To my knowledge, it's not that there is a difference between input and output, but that there is free flow from the outlet to prevent a potential backup of oil that could potentially lead to a pressure build up and cause the bearings to smoke. I don't really think it is much of a...

Probably the most critical part of any turbocharger installation is the lubrication system for the bearings that are exposed to extreme speeds and high heat. A failure in this system could spell the end of your turbocharger. In researching information on the subject, I learned that proper...