Back on the beat - Phast's turbo SVX gets some love

Phast SVX · #1 05-14-2009, 06:56 PM

Well after a year hiatus the SVX is back on the block with a list of projects to do. I am committed to get this SVX back in decent shape, if at least mechanically. Its a waste to have it act as it is. If any one has a lead on a decent right rear wheel hub with a good bearing I would be interested in purchasing it.

1) Rims - I got the rims I always wanted, Enkei Shoguns! Stock STi RE070 tires mounted. (see attached picture)
2) the authentic Garrett 360 thrust bearing 60-1 turbo/.84 A/R turbine is going in second week of june, fully stainless vband rig. Maf will be moved to the positive side. I am looking for a larger inter-cooler as well, but have not found one for the right price that will not require another few hours on a plasma cutter.
3) 5 psi Wastegate spring .
4) ordered new rotors and pads to go all around. I need New studs and lug nuts as well. any suggestions for the Shoguns? I remember them not fitting well with stock lug nuts and studs.
5)Need to order some swaybar bushings and probably a lot of other bushings(i can see the swaybar bushings hanging!

Anyways, I have been working to read up, and want to get posting on a regular basis. Hopefully I have a lot of the maintenance taken care of so i can resume my quest for more power and decent times.

nsm484 · #2 05-14-2009, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Phast SVX

1) Rims - I got the rims I always wanted, Enkei Shoguns! Stock STi RE070 tires mounted. (see attached picture)

those rims are beautiful! I cant wait to see a pic of them on the car

Its good to hear your still working on pumping up the SVX with more boost love... Already subscribed, and will be looking forward to hearing your progress

NikFu S. · #3 05-14-2009, 08:35 PM

Shoguns are legendary rims. Sweet effin deal.

/wantpics

Phast SVX · #4 05-16-2009, 06:34 AM

Thanks guys!

Will get pictures as soon as I get her out of storage! (first week of june)

longassname · #5 05-16-2009, 06:56 AM

If I am wrong somebody correct me so I don't missinform Phil--I don't think you can change the lug studs on an SVX without pulling the hubs. If the threads are just dirty you can run a die over them and lube them before installing the nuts. If i remember correcly it's 12x1.25

michael · #6 05-16-2009, 03:56 PM

If you need the die I have it, you pay shipping. It really saved me.

newsvx · #7 06-02-2009, 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by longassname

If I am wrong somebody correct me so I don't missinform Phil--I don't think you can change the lug studs on an SVX without pulling the hubs. If the threads are just dirty you can run a die over them and lube them before installing the nuts. If i remember correcly it's 12x1.25

The hubs do not have to be removed to install the lug studs, front or rear. A year or so ago, I had to replace one in the rear and about a month ago, one in the front. I don't remember specifically re the rear, but I did have to remove the back shield to get the stud in to start with. Then it was a pain to press it in, actually "pulling" it in the hole with a lug nut and washers ....... but it sure beats having to pull the hub ......

Harry