Richy's Inferno Turbo

Richy182. · Dec 5, 2014

The ECU I am going to be using arrived this week, a specialist components typhoon 2.

Also my intercooler turned up today

Richy182. · Jan 15, 2015

Bit of an update.. mainly parts I have acquired ready to get into building it from next week :smile:
Some Recaro's I bought from @lesley

A 300mm Steering Wheel with Boss

A Snap-off boss.

A RAMair Filter.

And a battery cover from eBay.

I also picked up my head and block from a local engineering company after being bored and cleaned and I'm very pleased with the results. Highly recommended. They also gapped the rings too.

http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/r...A-4EA9-8390-E7A6D43DB009_zpsso8pvsyy.jpg.html

http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/r...A-4EA9-8390-E7A6D43DB009_zpsso8pvsyy.jpg.html

Richy182. · Feb 18, 2015

So after a few hectic weeks at work i've finally managed to get a bit of progress with the build.
Pistons and Rods assembled

I have also checked the crank to see if it's balanced and it is in tolerance so now I'm just waiting on some big end bearings which after I have got them I can construct the bottom end

Dan The Top Bloke · Feb 22, 2015

Gunna be sweeeeet!

sharkeygrim · Feb 23, 2015

I'm liking this! You based in Devon? Not many turbo'd clios at all down here I'm building one myself and a guy in exmouth called chris too but we're both going down the megane piston route

Richy182. · Feb 23, 2015

sharkeygrim said:
I'm liking this! You based in Devon? Not many turbo'd clios at all down here I'm building one myself and a guy in exmouth called chris too but we're both going down the megane piston route

Thanks mate

I'm in Taunton and I'm pretty sure I was sat opposite you Friday night at the Harvester, if you have an RB with recaros and turinis...?

sharkeygrim · Feb 23, 2015

Yes hahah??

Richy182. · Feb 23, 2015

sharkeygrim said:
Yes hahah??

Yeah I was opposite you, be good to see them all done eventually.

Richy182. · Mar 1, 2015

Picked up a half a cage and a Pure Motorsport A/C delete kit from @chris powell. He also helped me out with some other bits too. Top guy thanks again mate

Richy182. · Mar 27, 2015

Bit of an update:
Pistons are in the block now, a few problems were encountered on the way such as a new crank needing to be sourced and new bearings, but it's in the right state now.

I've also lapped all of the Supertech valves now into the head so that's now ready to be bolted on the the block and be assembled with the cams etc etc.

I've also purchased a few gauges just to monitor certain aspects of the car when it's running. These are a Exhaust Gas Temperature sensor, a boost gauge and an AFR Wideband Sensor. They are quite pricey but inevitably could prevent another engine failure, so worth it in my opinion.

SharkyUK · Mar 27, 2015

Just a quick 'hi' and to say it was good to meet you earlier mate. I look forward to seeing you out and about in your boosted Inferno soon.

ilovewilly · Mar 28, 2015

Where did you have the engine work done, Hamlins?

If you ever get in a pickle spare wise, don't hesitate to give me a shout on the off chance as I have loads of odds and ends and would be happy to help if I can if something trivial trips you up on a Sunday evening for example.

Richy182. · Mar 28, 2015

ilovewilly said:
Where did you have the engine work done, Hamlins?

If you ever get in a pickle spare wise, don't hesitate to give me a shout on the off chance as I have loads of odds and ends and would be happy to help if I can if something trivial trips you up on a Sunday evening for example.

Yeah Hamlins in Bridgwater.. They did a top job. Thanks mate, if I ever need anything I'll give you a shout!

NorthloopCup · Mar 28, 2015

When do you anticipate completion then mate? Looks a tidy little project you've got yourself.

Richy182. · Mar 28, 2015

NorthloopCup said:
When do you anticipate completion then mate? Looks a tidy little project you've got yourself.

Thanks mate, about another month I'm hoping in time for action day at combe but we'll see!

Stopherson · Mar 29, 2015

looking good rich hopefully it wont be long now

sharkeygrim · Mar 30, 2015

Where you purchase your intercooler from bud

Richy182. · Mar 30, 2015

Stopherson said:
looking good rich hopefully it wont be long now

Thanks mate, I hope not!

sharkeygrim said:
Where you purchase your intercooler from bud

Off eBay mate, I think it was a one off though not like someone sells them on there

Richy182. · Apr 4, 2015

Had the Exhaust Gas Temperature sensor mount drilled and welded into the manifold this week. Looks awesome.

Also managed to get some time to mount the gauges in the dash. I used a bit of 6mm Ply and some 6D carbon effect wrap to make it look relatively presentable. I've mounted them in the space where the heater vents go centrally and 'gutted out' the far right one so I could still use the casing.

And I had a little play with the turbo and downpipe arrangement

Stopherson · Apr 4, 2015

Looks good rich not long now

Mr Plums · Apr 4, 2015

Mint!

Richy182. · Apr 25, 2015

Bit of an update, the engine is pretty much built now, I just need to do the belts but they will be done with the assistance of Dan..

During the couple of sunny days we had last week I made some progress on the interior, fitting my new wheel, roll cage and the Recaros with sabelt harnesses..

And finally, I came home from the action day at Castle Combe to find my injectors had arrived and some carbon trim I ordered.

Hopefully getting the engine in this week... hopefully

NorthloopCup · Apr 25, 2015

Getting there mate!

Mr Plums · Apr 25, 2015

Nice mate

The Chubby Pirate · Apr 26, 2015

This is tremendous!

If you don't mind me asking.. What do you think this will cost all in lol?

Richy182. · Apr 27, 2015

NorthloopCup said:
Getting there mate!

Yes it is mate! Itching to drive it now

MrTom said:
Nice mate :smile:

Thank you mate

Danny_172 said:
This is tremendous!

If you don't mind me asking.. What do you think this will cost all in lol?

Thanks mate, and to be honest I'm not sure, I don't want to add it up! But I probably will when it's all done..

Dan@SJM · Apr 27, 2015

Richy182. said:
Yes it is mate! Itching to drive it now :smile:

Thank you mate :smile:

Thanks mate, and to be honest I'm not sure, I don't want to add it up! But I probably will when it's all done..

Don't. It'll make you feel sick. I know roughly what's gone into mine and id be on the streets of Vikki found out

Daniel · Apr 27, 2015

Dan@SJM said:
Don't. It'll make you feel sick. I know roughly what's gone into mine and id be on the streets of Vikki found out

You do know she's on this forum mate?? Lol

Cub. · Apr 27, 2015

This is coming along great, been a while since I checked in here.

Top work bud

Richy182. · May 1, 2015

Finished assembling the engine today, clutch and gearbox are now on along with the loom. Been a long time coming but it's finally ready to 'drop' back in the car. Thanks to @Dan@SJM for all the help along the way, couldn't have done it without you.

Hopefully be able to update Monday when me and @Stopherson are planning to drop it in

SharkyUK · May 1, 2015

Nice one mate - looking forward to seeing it up and running soon!

Richy182. · May 2, 2015

Thanks mate, hopefully see some progress on yours too soon!

SharkyUK · May 3, 2015

Richy182. said:
Thanks mate, hopefully see some progress on yours too soon!

Fingers crossed mate. It's getting on for 2.5 years now since I was last able to drive my Trophy for 'fun' or in anger. As you know, I didn't even get a chance to drive the high-comp build properly before things went wrong so I'm looking forward to this one being done and spending some time behind the wheel!

Richy182. · May 3, 2015

SharkyUK said:
Fingers crossed mate. It's getting on for 2.5 years now since I was last able to drive my Trophy for 'fun' or in anger. As you know, I didn't even get a chance to drive the high-comp build properly before things went wrong so I'm looking forward to this one being done and spending some time behind the wheel!

2.5 years?! I'm starting to get irritated after 9 months! Well at least you know it's in safe hands now

SharkyUK · May 3, 2015

Yes mate, it was a snowy day in January 2013 when it went in for the work to begin

I'm glad it's where it is now

Richy182. · May 4, 2015

So the engine went in today! Was a good feeling to finally get it back in the bay and looking like a car again! Thanks to @Stopherson for the help. We discovered a few issues such as the downpipe being too close to the oil return from the turbo which I'll have to overcome but it isn't too much of a problem. The next step is to work out boost hosing routes and to finish connecting ECU. Looking to get some more done on Thursday so watch this space

Richy182. · May 10, 2015

Quick update, PMS A/C delete kit mounted and belt ordered. Coolant hoses put back in along with the radiator. Speak plugs, leads, inlet and cool pack fitted. Had some help from @Irbone yesterday with a few little bits and the routes of the boost hoses. They've now been ordered and the car is booked in with Phoenix Exhaust in Cullumpton for the exhaust system.

Next job is sort out the gauges, sort out a few little bits and wait for the bits I've ordered. Starting to look like a car again!

Dan The Top Bloke · May 10, 2015

What's a speak plug?

Mr Plums · May 10, 2015

Irbone said:
What's a speak plug? :tongueout:

I'm guessing its similar to a butt plug but for ones mouth rather than ones anal crater.

Its coming along now mate, wont be long until its finished by the looks of things.

Richy182. · May 16, 2015

It's getting there!

Tidied up the dash this week, wired in all the gauges and replaced the dashboard...
Before:

After:

Then last night it was off to Phoenix Exhausts for some measurements

Boost hoses arrived this week, plans are to finish wiring in the ECU, install the PH1 Fuel Sender and return line, Pipe up the intercooler. Getting close

Richy's Inferno Turbo

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