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i havent looked in depth at all the boxes but so far none that ive seen. will check again in the morning. figured i would see something when i emailed them about the tune.
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Does not having any count as sucking? My Clubsport suspension was just a box with parts.
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I think it would be nice or at least a disclaimer stating they just assume you would find a reputable shop to install or have the knowledge to do so. Doesn't bother me which is why I didn't look too hard for any. My clubsports were the same, no instructions. So I called up my friend and he helped pretty much do the entire install and I was his extra hands.
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My AFR heads for my TransAm just came with the heads, and rocker studs uninstalled.
At some point they assume you know your way about an engine.
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Totally understand what you are saying.
However, a turbo (to me) is a bolt-on. I've done all the installs on my ST and I'm a novice DIY mechanic.
A friend and I installed a Procharger P1-SC on his 2013 Corvette Grand Sport in about 6 hours because the instructions were so good. For the $ Mountune charges, I'd love to see good, detailed instructions.
This is the Procharger manual
https://www.procharger.com/catalogs/2008-10_C6_Corvette_HO/files/mobile/tablet.html#9
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Excited to see your numbers. Is Randy working on a tune with you or was that extra?
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Completely agree. Mountune needs to step up their instruction game.
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in their mind probably every time they hear that they realize it doesnt stop anyone from buying. seriously lol, they are still growing, just moved into a bigger space...and i cant tell you how many times stuff is back ordered because they cant keep them on the shelves. so they figure no need. haha
its a nice to have, sure.
Yeah but they could probably sell even more to guys like me who like to wrench but have never done a turbo swap if they give me some good instructions or put a video on youtube.
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CJPonyparts actually did a install kit on the ATP 2867R kit on their youtube channel if you want a walkthrough video @zsommer79
Thanks for the heads up, I really appreciate those videos they do and have bought a few parts from CJ even when they didn't have the lowest price because of it.
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Unfortunately this is the reality.
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But, I can tell you, the big turbo kit and downpipe is in stock. Because it's sitting right next to me.
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Can you take some more pictures of the stuff? I'm torn as to if I want suspension or this kit.But, I can tell you, the big turbo kit and downpipe is in stock. Because it's sitting right next to me.
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anything else you're looking for in particular? Everything else is pretty much what they included on their site. I posted some more pics of the EFR a page or 2 back aside from that initial teaser. I haven't taken any pics of the bolts, clamps, turbo adapter/mounting kit or anything but could.
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Just saw your build thread and that was exciting and motivating. Can't wait to see it all play out. I want the same suspension / brake combo you've got.
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Personally I would love to see as many pictures as you felt like posting. I'm torn between the Mountune MRX kit and the SBD2867 kit so anything I can find to sway me one way or the other would be huge
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Personally I would love to see as many pictures as you felt like posting. I'm torn between the Mountune MRX kit and the SBD2867 kit so anything I can find to sway me one way or the other would be huge
I hear you. i think you'll be more swayed to go one direction or the other with some results more than pics. Not familiar with the SBD2867 (assuming that's the gtx 2867). I will work on getting it installed as soon as possible but need the weather to cooperate here in the Midwest.But yes I will get more pics in!
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One picture I would love to see is everything that came in the kit, the pictures on the Mountune site seem a little off to me (three oil drain tube gaskets??) so I'm curious to see what actually shows up at your door when you order this.
But yes I will get more pics in!
Totally agree about the results having having more weight than about anything else. At the same time, the actual install procedure is a pretty big deal for me too. I have the feeling that the Mountune MRX kit will be easier to install since you don't have to mess with an external BOV as well as having some pre-formed lines. Not only that but having a EBCS mounted and ready to go should make the vacuum line portion of the install much easier and cleaner as well.
The SBD2867 is an ATP GT series turbo with a custom compressor wheel from SpeedByDesign that basically turns it into a GTX2867. Im still trying to get some more info about their product but one of the things I really like about their kit is that, like the Mountune kit, everything is cast. On the Full Race EFR kit the turbo manifold is hand-welded, and on the ATP GTX kits the downpipe adapter flange is hand-welded. Since those parts see a lot of heat and stress I have concerns about those parts eventually cracking from heat-cycling and fatigue. Plus it would allow me to re-use my Milltek downpipe.
Good luck on the install! I will be very anxious to hear your thoughts!
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This all makes perfect sense, thanks. I don't have much going on today/tomorrow (snow storm tomorrow so hopefully doing nothing). That means I can lay all these parts out and get some detailed pics for everyone on what came with the kit. I've left most of the stuff alone because I don't want to lose a bag or something. Nothing worse than being hours into an install and missing a bolt or gasket lol!
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