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I think the rear covers are off simply for the installation but are put back on when finished. Also, like I previously mentioned, I think they are fabbing up some aero plates that will protect the turbo's from water/rain.
Also, the bottom end and head are bone stock...
Peter
Also, the bottom end and head are bone stock...
Peter
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So many questions and Artisan does not have the decency to reply to them.![Egads!](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/pat.gif)
Post a thread, get people interested and don't answer questions b/c it may stop people buying the product when someone with knowledge points out a possible flaw. Well that is the way I am taking it and until they answer some of those concerns I would stay away from this kit.
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Post a thread, get people interested and don't answer questions b/c it may stop people buying the product when someone with knowledge points out a possible flaw. Well that is the way I am taking it and until they answer some of those concerns I would stay away from this kit.
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what i would like to know is, when boost kicks in? like how much lag is expected? with the turbos being so far away from the engine i would there there would be some down side to rear mounting, as well as the distance the air has to travel AND the amout of tubing space the turbos have to compress, i would think there would be a decent amount of lag in this set up?
IF that is the case....
would a 2-step/Anti lag system be viable in this set up?
IF that is the case....
would a 2-step/Anti lag system be viable in this set up?
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The Getrag 233 (Toyota V-160/161) is a complete anomaly in the history of Toyota's offerings. It is one stout gearbox. Can't say that at all about the A340E.
Given Toyota's history, I wouldn't be terribly optimistic about this gearbox being happy with much more than 20% additional torque. BTW, your gearbox doesn't care about HP, only torque, same as your differential.
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Got in contact with Artisan to ask these questions....
"a few quick questions on your IS-F twin rear mount turbo kit:
1. Is this kit safe as a daily driver set up with the Filters being so close to the gound? wouldnt that suck up water or other harmfull supstance?
2.when boost kicks in? like how much lag is expected? with the turbos being so far away from the engine i would guess there would be some down side to rear mounting, as well as the distance the air has to travel AND the amount of tubing space the turbos have to compress, i would think there would be a decent amount of lag in this set up?
IF that is the case....would a 2-step/Anti lag system be viable in this set up?
3. what parts and labor is included exactly in the cost?and my i have a parts list of the parts you use for the fuel and ignition altercations?
4. would it be worth buying an aftermarket Header/exhaust set up before i would purchase the kit? If yes, what parts get reused in the application of the TT rear setup? If no, what modifications/add ons do you make to the stock exhaust? Thank you for your time "
Their message back
"First, thanks for the interest in the Artisan IS-f twin turbo kit. As you know Artisan has been a leader in innovative designs and turbo configurations. With some of the industry’s leading engineers we are able to have the kit remote mount to benefit from heat displacement and space restraints. Using a unique pipe configuration with properly match ball bearing turbochargers we are able to eliminate virtually any turbo lag.
The length of the pipe actually assist in dropping inlet air temps thus lowering the detonation threshold which is needed with a high compression engine such as the is-f.
All tuning is handle by remapping the oem ecu. This is done in house with our proprietary software. You would benefit from a header setup on the car but it truly is not necessary. We replace all the exhaust after the catalytic convertor so there is no reason to purchase this if you intend on going the turbo route.
Thanks for your interest and please do not hesitate to ask additional questions if you need to.
Thanks
Team Artisan"
Hopfully that can answer some questions
"a few quick questions on your IS-F twin rear mount turbo kit:
1. Is this kit safe as a daily driver set up with the Filters being so close to the gound? wouldnt that suck up water or other harmfull supstance?
2.when boost kicks in? like how much lag is expected? with the turbos being so far away from the engine i would guess there would be some down side to rear mounting, as well as the distance the air has to travel AND the amount of tubing space the turbos have to compress, i would think there would be a decent amount of lag in this set up?
IF that is the case....would a 2-step/Anti lag system be viable in this set up?
3. what parts and labor is included exactly in the cost?and my i have a parts list of the parts you use for the fuel and ignition altercations?
4. would it be worth buying an aftermarket Header/exhaust set up before i would purchase the kit? If yes, what parts get reused in the application of the TT rear setup? If no, what modifications/add ons do you make to the stock exhaust? Thank you for your time "
Their message back
"First, thanks for the interest in the Artisan IS-f twin turbo kit. As you know Artisan has been a leader in innovative designs and turbo configurations. With some of the industry’s leading engineers we are able to have the kit remote mount to benefit from heat displacement and space restraints. Using a unique pipe configuration with properly match ball bearing turbochargers we are able to eliminate virtually any turbo lag.
The length of the pipe actually assist in dropping inlet air temps thus lowering the detonation threshold which is needed with a high compression engine such as the is-f.
All tuning is handle by remapping the oem ecu. This is done in house with our proprietary software. You would benefit from a header setup on the car but it truly is not necessary. We replace all the exhaust after the catalytic convertor so there is no reason to purchase this if you intend on going the turbo route.
Thanks for your interest and please do not hesitate to ask additional questions if you need to.
Thanks
Team Artisan"
Hopfully that can answer some questions
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While looking for some silicon sleeves today I came across an interesting air filter with splash guard. Maybe Artisan could use something similar for their setup.
http://www.siliconeintakes.com/produ...077f428c07adc2
http://www.siliconeintakes.com/produ...077f428c07adc2
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