rxrider's Turbo Garage - pics back, will continue

[TT]

I know that, but you used to have a Bender, I thought you could share some insight with me hahahahah

Just kidding with you;-) I will give you a call

 

[rxrider]

thanks buddy

 

[rxrider]

I've been out riding this weekend. My sled is tuned to about 95% on AFRs. Raised the needles 2 steps from 2 position to 4 position to cure the crazy lean bottom end and lean mid range. I ended up raising it one notch too many as my low end got fat and so did the midrange. I will set the needles to #3 setting (stock setting) and keep it there forever LOL. I was fat on WOT, running meth my sled will not run clean with AFRs below 11.7, I get misfire as the flame front blows out at 11.6 and lower AFRs, this is only when running at WOT at 20 lbs of boost. I had it running at 11.9 last time out, temps were lower back then. I'll keep the way it is as temps was in the high 40s F or above 10C. When it gets colder it will run higher AFRs which is perfect.

I have the water/meth tuned in. It starts pushing meth at 6 lbs and will gradually increase pressure until it runs at 100% capacity past 16 lbs of boost.
I have around 50 miles or 80 kms at WOT and she's still alive. My goal is 22 lbs, didn't get there this season, but I will next season

Mods planned for this summer/autumn:
- stretch the ZX-2 from 136 to 144
- install a 144x1.5x.15 Camoplast Crossover Track
- gear down to 24/38
- install a turbo hood or make my own version
- get rid of the head light pod and install a pair of PIAAs or equivalent
- what else.... maybe a 50mm Tial BOV? I need a higher capacity BOV as I get flutter with the Vortech I have, I need to add more capacity

I wish all a happy summer. Hayday is getting closer, let the modding begin.

 

[kinger]

Nice work!! To bad you didn't get the full 22 psi long pull you wanted!

Are you going to relocate the skid for the 144 or get new extensions?

I'm debating on stretching out mine as well I have 151 extension laying around collecting dust and that crossover track is one of the two tracks made for that size that would work and still be trail friendly. What made you pick that track?

I am moving into a new house and a baby due in sept so I have about 2 months to get my sled done or it may be in peices all winter next year I need to get my butt going! I wish there was 30 hours in a day, I could use 6 for the sled LOL.

 

[rxrider]

I'm going with a new 144 extension kit, no relocation. Will a relocation work with the ZX2 136 and a 144 track?

I picked that track because my friend have a 144 ZX-2 with that track under it, and so does my cousin. Both sleds are turboed. The hookup is great in wide range of conditions. The lugs on the Crossover are fairly stiff and gives good hookup on hardpack and also in powder.

Congrats on the new house and the baby on the way I understand your position, we have two girls 6 and 8 yo, hard to get the time anymore. It will get better as they grow up and don't need that much daddy-time anymore.

You better step it up and do a couple of 30 hour days to get the sled done, when the new baby arrives you're out of hours for sure

 

[kinger]

I believe the relocation would work for you, there is the ZX2 generic install manual I posted in the aftermarket skid section and it outlines how to install the ZX2 skid without going out of its boundaries. With a sled with as much power as yours I'm not sure if it would actually flex the track enough to actually stick it through the rail with a set back or not. I dont think so just going back the 4". I planned on a 5.5" set back and 151 extensions to run a 162 apex mtn track when I go west here in the states.

How is that track on icey turns? That is my only beef I have ALWAYS run studs and not sure I want to invest in the track only to find it now has zero traction on ice because the corners are so tight the snow gets blown off and your left with bare ice on a corner and studs are usually required. Man they are a pain though be nice not to scratch my brand new garage with them!

Thanks I'm pumped about the life changes coming up!

 

[rxrider]

If I was riding on ice most of the time I would have stayed 136 and went with a 1.187" track studded. When riding icy trail I usually ride my Apex RTX which is studded.

I ride a lot on hardpack, off-trail, deep snow, hillclimbing with my turbo sled, that's why I want a bit more track on the ground. I also have a problem when giving it WOT, the sled puts the skis so high in the air I'm scared it would tip over backwards. A longer skid would make it more stable and give me the opportunity to race WOT from a standstill which I cannot at the moment because of the throttle response and the power the sled builds in a fraction of a second. LOL. This problem I have no problem with hahahaha.

 

[Viper_Dave]

Kinger, I run that track on my Attak. Ask Maxdlx (Paul) how it hooks on icy corners LOL! I have no fear when entering a corner, whether icy or not. Great forward traction, sidebite and braking. Lacks a little when it gets REAL deep, but that isn't what I bought it for. Geared to 21/38 with stock clutching, GPS's in the low 100's. Mine has around 3,000 miles on it and it still looks new. GREAT TRACK!!

 

[rxrider]

Time to store my turbo sled inside rxrider's Turbo Garage. Modifications will start in a few weeks time.

Here's a video of the sled running, enjoy.



rxrider

 

[kinger]

Man that sounds sick!! Are the ear muffs required? Didn't sound bad at all in the clip!

 

[Ski-Dooin' it]

i dont know about the way your restriciting.. I would like to know thought, as my variable bleeder(setup the same way) works good but as you get it way open I find myself with a lean midrange pop from transitional boost being bled off for float bowl pressure. the variable tuner works nice thought, I LOVE mine... makes carb tuning a breeze.


edit.... i read back, i missed your update. get your jetting close, maybe a little rich, then get a bleeder style boost controler, the crappy cheap ones on ebay, they are just a valve, if you go to far with them they get nasty mids, but i have mine jetted for the lowest coldest days, and can tune up and ride up high when its hot out... so once your close its perfect for adjusting for any give day, etc etc. I also just close mine on the way in/out to keep it rich as heck on the trail, just a little saftey net deal for me. takes me about a minute or two to get it dialed in when I pull to the hills, getting a happy place on my dial... and I mess with it to much.

 

[rxrider]

kinger - revving the sled inside the trailer and the ear muffs are a must or else I will hear a dial tone for the rest of the day, resonnation boost the sound inside there, outside the trailer it's OK.

Ski-Dooin' it - great idea on the bleeder type BC. I'm a bit too rich in warm weather, should be pretty close when it gets colder. I'll keep your tip in memory if I need the ability to fine tune next winter, thanks I know, I mess with it too much.... If I get her dialed at the start of next year I just leave it and ride, got way to little seat time this year.

 

[kinger]

If I get her dialed at the start of next year I just leave it and ride, got way to little seat time this year.

Famous last words my friend. We know you too well! I recall saying that after my viper was darting and I discovered the world of modding and needed carbides

 

[rxrider]

SEASON 2010-2011


June 19. - Stretching my ZX-2 to 144", unpacked the AD Boivin 144" extension kit.


Before starting the ZX-2 extension install I will like to share some pics from the shores of the Arctic Ocean. Pics were taken at the bottom of the Porsanger fjord close to the North Cape.


My youngest kid on the shore looking to the north.

It's nice when the fjord is flat and smooth as a mirror

I just got the ZX-2 144" or 365cm extension I ordered from Mike at AD Boivin in Quebec City, Canada. Shipping time was 7 days, that's pretty fast IMO.


Unpacking the parts

This comes with a new reinforced plate for the extension. Other than that it's the same kit.

I will start the install as soon as I've finished cleaning up the Turbo Garage, it's like a bomb field right now. I'm installing a few closets for storing parts and clothing. When done, cleanup will start.

 

[rxrider]

Closet installed, cleaned up the workbench and half the floor is vacuumed. I will build a few shelfs to have more room for storage, without the shelfs the floor is getting crowded with sled parts and stuff.