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by ShortMav
Tue May 02, 2006 11:30 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Engines operating at steep angles
Replies: 13
Views: 735

1HZ engines when flat out up hill can suffer from overpowering of the oil return which results in the oil being drawn into the air intake via the breather and the engine running on its own oil, you have to stall the engine to stop it or the engine will self destruct. Toyota have a mod but a catch ...
by ShortMav
Tue May 02, 2006 7:34 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: full time gas possible??
Replies: 12
Views: 398

I worked for Gasresearch for 13 years and have a straight LPG turbo 4.2 patrol with a Delco 808 (VN) computer modified to fit for timing control. You have a cold start primer to start.
by ShortMav
Mon May 01, 2006 11:20 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Turbo + TB42= SLUG NO MORE
Replies: 31
Views: 2314

Haven't read the whole thread, Ive run a GQ shortie tb42 for 2 years on 15 psi with a roller GT3582 .70 comp and .83 exhaust A/R. It still goes strong 220 rear wheel kW but I put valve springs on recently due to some valve float. Iv'e 13 years dyno tuning experience at Gasresearch, ignition wise for ...
by ShortMav
Mon May 01, 2006 10:59 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Pros and Cons of Turbo
Replies: 12
Views: 687

In regards to the 1HZ being strong enough, yep I built one last year for the Vic Winch that runs 22 psi with a roller turbo and modified pump, I fitted better pistons and balanced the engine, this is excessive for most peoples needs, the main thing is to pull the rocker cover off and close the gap ...
by ShortMav
Mon May 01, 2006 10:51 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Pros and Cons of Turbo
Replies: 12
Views: 687

Nohing wrong with Denco but the DTS system uses a mitsubishi turbo which has a 360 degree thrust which means a stronger turbo. Ben Russel uses a Mitsubishi DTS on his Patrol with modified comp cover and comp wheel at 28 psi. If you want something special you can get a Roller turbo which will spool ...