Reinstallation Of Rb26 Twin Turbos

[AnDreeZy]

Hey, i was wondering if anyone has any tips or instructions on reinstallation of the twin turbo set upon the RB26

or more specifically R32 GTR?

ive managed to take 6 hrs to get the rear turbo in, and the front is mounted in with the lines hooked up and

oil drain hose camped.

but im having trouble getting the manifold onto the block on the front turbo

it seems that the turbo studs are stopping the manifold from aligning

properly and therefore making it impossible to push the manifold back properly on the block.

i think the best way in doing this is by taking out the 4 turbo flange

studs and later reinstalling them after the manifold has been mounted on the block?

but that might be quite difficult..

has anyone else gone through this phase?

what were the tips and trips you can give me to this dilemma

ohh and another thing, is it bad to make sharp turns in braided lines?

theres no space in front of the turbos for the braided lines to fit a 90 degree fitting,

so its just there bending its way around...

[MrStabby]

Hmm i dont remember having that problem. Double check for anything fouling. Can you post up a photo?

There might be a DIY on it, so check that section. Otherwise search the forced induction section.

[sleeperGTR]

late reply but I've done the swap a couple times , found the easiest way in the end was to remove actuators and o2 sensors, and the studs, otherwise absolute head f#%k

[mystery_kid]

If you braided line looks crushed, yes tht is bad and won't last

Put it this way you wouldn't be asking that question if you thought it was going to be ok

Edited May 19, 2013 by mystery_kid

[AnDreeZy]

Hey Guys! i found the problem,

The KANDO Dynamics braided line kit for BALL BEARING turbos fouls on custom dump pipes, so you need to be careful
because it sticks out too far, compared to the stock oil feed T piece

ended up just sticking the manifold on and orientating it in, then hammering a wrench downwards with and extension to tighten the lower bolts.
took 6 hours to do 3 bolts properly in their sequence....

Anyways, rechecked all bolts and they seem to be fine, and the braided lines sit with less force on them after they are installed properly so everything is all good!

though they do sit very tight and the turn looks a bit tight, but in actual fact sits pretty kink free!

would defiantly look for a 90 degree piece soon for the oil line