The 2TR-FE That could - 250WHP

Question as to how you did that-did you remove the head and install them with new head gasket? I ended up replacing my head bolts with ARP studs on my boosted saturn sc2 with one-by-one removing the bolt, then installing the stud and washer/nut, etc. in reverse order and I've had no issues. Just wondering if you did it that way as well.

Curious-did you experience a head-gasket issue while boosting 10psi, thus installing the ARP's?

 

I’ve done it both ways. I welded an extension on the thread chaser to clean out the holes and install studs without doing the head gasket. So yeah if your head gasket hasn’t failed yet, definitely go that route.

yes mine ruined two gaskets on two different motors after about 5k miles each with the stock head bolts. Replaced with ARP studs and haven’t had an issue since. Definitely add these before adding boost or it may turn into a head gasket job sooner than later

 

That is GOOD information to know beforehand! Thank you for chiming in and giving that all important heads up! To save me time, would you know the part number off hand?

 

LCE sells the studs

https://www.lceperformance.com/Pro-Head-Stud-Set-2RZ-3RZ-p/1024075.htm

you’ll need to also buy a M11x1.25 clean out chaser

 

That's the kind of information I need! Thank you very much!

 

Sure thing. Im interested in seeing your rear mount setup once you get it going!

 

Ladies and Gentlemen,
After another year, many headaches and 17,000 revisions we have ended up with the below.

The Biggest Changes:
Custom Traum Pistons (9:1)
Custom Turbo Manifold
Custom Intake Plenum (3L Volume + 75mm Throttle body)
LCE +1 Intake and Exhaust Valves
Stage 1 Ported Head.
1000cc Injectors + 05Taco4x4 Fuel rail.
Deatschwerks DW650iL Fuel pump(PWM Controlled)
Comp Turbo 2871 (.60ar)
Balance shaft delete kit
AEM Smart Coils
ARP (Head, Main, Exhaust)
Mishimoto Oil cooler
Accusump Oil Accumulator
Haltech PD16
Purepower Lifetime Oil Filter

HALTECH EVERYTHING !!
All Sensors
Wideband
Custom Harness
Elite 1500
PDM16

This setup should he good for 500whp if we turn up the boost. I am looking for a reliable 350hp.
Please let me know if you guys would like to know anything else about the build.

 

Nice setup. Did you get the vvti back working? What rods are you using? Any videos?

 

i found a T3 exhaust manifold, ordered it. turbo tacoma coming soon i may need yalls help!

 

sounds like Valve float most likely. not enough time for the valve to close, if not a timing issue?

 

Damn! I love this place !

 

I love it! Thank you for posting, and for the pictures