M tune install.
06-09-2011, 11:35 PM
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No. The top and bottom circle are connected. Why are you measuring there? The other end of the jumper is below the middle circle. Also, the picture is a little blurred but the solder joint on the middle circle looks odd. I would reflow it.
06-09-2011, 11:47 PM
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Was checking continuity and making sure I didn't have some excess solder touching a neighboring trace. Looks weird because I partially desolder'ed it to make sure I didn't have some solder overlapping.
06-16-2011, 09:22 PM
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Zeff, that depends on what turbo you have. I have about every size coupler needed.
The K26 is a 2"inlet.
The K27 is a 2.75" inlet.
T04E is typically a 3.0" inlet.
GT stuff can be up to 4.0" inlet.
The K26 is a 2"inlet.
The K27 is a 2.75" inlet.
T04E is typically a 3.0" inlet.
GT stuff can be up to 4.0" inlet.
06-17-2011, 01:49 AM
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In no means am I trying to hijack this post but I wanted to provide a few photos of the system installed under the hood. I was also one of the pre-release tester, so I am not 100% sure if I have the exact setup, but it looks like it. So, here are a few photos of my install.
06-17-2011, 10:11 AM
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Hmmm... well I guess I'll have to find another good spot, since I just ripped out my cycling valve wires. I have the whole harness out of the car, maybe I'll just extend this wire back to the dme plug on the cycling valve +12v pin.
Also, I just checked fitment of the maf pipe and the alternator is definitely in the way... how did you guys get it to fit in there?
Also, I just checked fitment of the maf pipe and the alternator is definitely in the way... how did you guys get it to fit in there?
06-17-2011, 10:24 AM
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You can also get it from the diag plug 12V+ if you already have your harness out of the car. You can tap into the wire, and not have to have a connection stuck into the top of the diag plug. I had already tapped my harness there when it was out and that is where I got the power for my M-Tune setup. That 12VDC source is also fuse with a 5amp fuse in the fuse panel. Not sure about the CV 12V connection. Obviously the wire length and connection on the harness that Rouge includes is designed to go to the CV connection. It can be easily modified.
Also, there will be those who have already cut the AFM plug. That connection can be purchased from JohnKaowood. Or at least he has a source for them. Just a thought.....
I Love my M-Tune setup. No other way to put it.
Also, there will be those who have already cut the AFM plug. That connection can be purchased from JohnKaowood. Or at least he has a source for them. Just a thought.....
I Love my M-Tune setup. No other way to put it.
06-17-2011, 10:49 AM
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In no means am I trying to hijack this post but I wanted to provide a few photos of the system installed under the hood. I was also one of the pre-release tester, so I am not 100% sure if I have the exact setup, but it looks like it. So, here are a few photos of my install.
I was ready to pull the trigger and upgrade to the M-Tune but a review of my PCA chapter's rulebook for Autocross showed that it would probably move me around in classes enough that, for now, I don't want the headache. Maybe next season.
06-17-2011, 11:20 AM
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Thanks for the comments about the clean install. I just want to make this clear. The under hood portion of the install literally took me less than 10 minutes. It all just fits.
If you notice the wear on my new expansion tank, just above the recirculation valve, this was from another vendors MAF kit I had installed earlier. The new one fits as it should no rubbing, even with the slighlty larger valve. I am sure I could have modified and made the other kit accommodate my recirc valve, but I did not. This is just one of the small things that Rouge spent the time on making sure everything fit, without interference with stock components. This includes the way the filter/elbow follows the contour of the Expansion tank, and does not interfere with the headlight mechanism.
My only complaint, as everyone has to have one, and my OCD will show here. The clamp on the filter does not match the clamp on the elbow. The clamps that Rogue includes are very nice, but the filter comes with a clamp installed already. I am going to get Josh to send me clamp to match. So there is my big complaint.
If you notice the wear on my new expansion tank, just above the recirculation valve, this was from another vendors MAF kit I had installed earlier. The new one fits as it should no rubbing, even with the slighlty larger valve. I am sure I could have modified and made the other kit accommodate my recirc valve, but I did not. This is just one of the small things that Rouge spent the time on making sure everything fit, without interference with stock components. This includes the way the filter/elbow follows the contour of the Expansion tank, and does not interfere with the headlight mechanism.
My only complaint, as everyone has to have one, and my OCD will show here. The clamp on the filter does not match the clamp on the elbow. The clamps that Rogue includes are very nice, but the filter comes with a clamp installed already. I am going to get Josh to send me clamp to match. So there is my big complaint.
06-17-2011, 11:36 AM
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My only complaint, as everyone has to have one, and my OCD will show here. The clamp on the filter does not match the clamp on the elbow. The clamps that Rogue includes are very nice, but the filter comes with a clamp installed already. I am going to get Josh to send me clamp to match. So there is my big complaint.
Looks good!
Are there any issues with the MAF being so close to the turbo?
06-17-2011, 11:56 AM
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Thanks for the comments about the clean install. I just want to make this clear. The under hood portion of the install literally took me less than 10 minutes. It all just fits.
If you notice the wear on my new expansion tank, just above the recirculation valve, this was from another vendors MAF kit I had installed earlier. The new one fits as it should no rubbing, even with the slighlty larger valve. I am sure I could have modified and made the other kit accommodate my recirc valve, but I did not. This is just one of the small things that Rouge spent the time on making sure everything fit, without interference with stock components. This includes the way the filter/elbow follows the contour of the Expansion tank, and does not interfere with the headlight mechanism.
My only complaint, as everyone has to have one, and my OCD will show here. The clamp on the filter does not match the clamp on the elbow. The clamps that Rogue includes are very nice, but the filter comes with a clamp installed already. I am going to get Josh to send me clamp to match. So there is my big complaint.
If you notice the wear on my new expansion tank, just above the recirculation valve, this was from another vendors MAF kit I had installed earlier. The new one fits as it should no rubbing, even with the slighlty larger valve. I am sure I could have modified and made the other kit accommodate my recirc valve, but I did not. This is just one of the small things that Rouge spent the time on making sure everything fit, without interference with stock components. This includes the way the filter/elbow follows the contour of the Expansion tank, and does not interfere with the headlight mechanism.
My only complaint, as everyone has to have one, and my OCD will show here. The clamp on the filter does not match the clamp on the elbow. The clamps that Rogue includes are very nice, but the filter comes with a clamp installed already. I am going to get Josh to send me clamp to match. So there is my big complaint.
It looks like a nice setup.
06-17-2011, 12:31 PM
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I am one that is waiting for my mtune kit. I dynoed in at 264rwhp last Monday. I have a k26/6 turbo, 4" exhaust, chipped and some other upgrades. I will by putting the Mtune on and a rebuilt upgraded k26/8 turbo. I am hoping to get between 310-330rwhp when done. And the wait is on. 3 weeks for turbo and a few more days for Mtune. Oh, then it has to be installed.
I hear it takes about 30minutes to install. Is that a realistic time for a somewhat mechanical person. How are the install directions. I need to be helped along with as much info as possible.
I hear it takes about 30minutes to install. Is that a realistic time for a somewhat mechanical person. How are the install directions. I need to be helped along with as much info as possible.
06-17-2011, 12:36 PM
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Instructions are very straightforward. 3 wires to connect. Not difficult. Just slightly tedious.