FTN's T4/SXE Build/Conversion Thread
Thread Starter
|
FTE Chapter Leader
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 13,129
Likes: 4,728
From: Henderson, NV
The EGTs are still getting stupid high though. Also, it appears the EBP sensor has a FSD (channeling Sous' love of TLAs here) of 55psi absolute. The VGT/VNT comes with its own drive and boost pressure sensors so it will be interesting to see the logs of those.
FTE Leadership Emeritus
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 27,355
Likes: 5,947
From: Lake Hartwell, GA
I still stand by my original comments from post #39, which I have noted below...
Holy crap look at that EGT gauge go!
Wow...
Despite the boost and RPM climbing, the EGT continues to climb to 1600 where the gauge is pegged.
I think you will be very pleased with the new SXE turbo and hopefully the VGT/VNT is a great performer too.
On a side note, I really like the gauge overlay that you used. I should have done that for my gauges when I was creating some of my videos...
Wow...
Despite the boost and RPM climbing, the EGT continues to climb to 1600 where the gauge is pegged.
I think you will be very pleased with the new SXE turbo and hopefully the VGT/VNT is a great performer too.
On a side note, I really like the gauge overlay that you used. I should have done that for my gauges when I was creating some of my videos...
Lead Driver
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 9,399
Likes: 188
From: Norco,CA
It would be nice to see you do this again with a different tuner! I to run DP tunes, but like every body says I have to watch my EGT's all the time to. Especially when towing. It is going to be nice to see what the sxe does for you with dp. But your boost is now there.
Tuned
Joined: Nov 2019
Posts: 302
Likes: 11
I enjoyed reading thru and catching up. That turbonator is a interesting piece. I run a roots blower feeding into a S369. If I was actually still playing with my 7.3 I would look at using one on to spool up my S369 1.0 faster and gain the brake function. I'll be following along.
Thread Starter
|
FTE Chapter Leader
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 13,129
Likes: 4,728
From: Henderson, NV
Originally Posted by FinnishStroker
For comparison my custom 63.4mm stock turbo..💪
Notice the zip' tied extra gauges!🤡
Notice the zip' tied extra gauges!🤡
Originally Posted by SuperchargedPSD
I enjoyed reading thru and catching up. That turbonator is a interesting piece. I run a roots blower feeding into a S369. If I was actually still playing with my 7.3 I would look at using one on to spool up my S369 1.0 faster and gain the brake function. I'll be following along.
Tuned
Joined: Nov 2019
Posts: 302
Likes: 11
Holy cow. Over 3 bar of boost and over 3000 rpm! That is outstanding.
Thanks! The retaining the exhaust brake/EBPV function is what attracted to to the VGT/VNT turbine housing too. I have yet to find your build thread on PSN. I doubt your setup is suffering from lag though.
Thanks! The retaining the exhaust brake/EBPV function is what attracted to to the VGT/VNT turbine housing too. I have yet to find your build thread on PSN. I doubt your setup is suffering from lag though.
Thread Starter
|
FTE Chapter Leader
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 13,129
Likes: 4,728
From: Henderson, NV
I got set up to bench test the Turbonator yesterday and ran into a hiccup. It seems I might have a wonky controller. It refused to close the vanes down to 0% when commanded. I spent an hour and a half with their tech Brett trying to figure it out before he told me to send the controller and entire wire harness in. It's going back today. Stay tuned for more news.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals
Joe Kucinski
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership
Brett Foote
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches
Pouria Savadkouei
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained
Brett Foote
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Laughing Gas
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 863
Likes: 96
From: Idaho
Subscribed to this one. Very curious on the Turbonator. Be kind of nice to have exhaust brake. Although if my research is correct, is this looking like roughly a $2500 additional price tag (if getting exhaust brake option on Turbonator) to the already "close to $2500" price of upgrading to the T4/SXE? So close to $5000? If so, ouch.....
Thread Starter
|
FTE Chapter Leader
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 13,129
Likes: 4,728
From: Henderson, NV
Heard back from DPS. They were able to reproduce my issue. I apparently fat-fingered the keyboard and somehow managed to get the controller to accept an implausible value. They have fixed it and it's on its way back to me.
FTE Leadership Emeritus
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 27,355
Likes: 5,947
From: Lake Hartwell, GA
I too am really looking forward to the results of this. This is simply not in the cards for me, but I fully support your adventure into the unknown and hopeful for incredible results.
