BEGi Turbo How good is it?
February-10th-2005, 02:40 AM
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BEGi Turbo How good is it?
I know there's plenty of info in past threads on this but I want some more up to date info from BEGi Turbo owner whom have been running these kits for a while now. I am contemplating installing one of these kits in a few months and basically want to know -
1. Is it worth it, or just a load of trouble
2. Is it reliable once set up properly or does it need constant tuning
3. What performance i.e 0-60 times can I expect
4. If I run at BEGi's recommended 5 - 6 psi is my stock engine internals going to be happy.
5. Is the standard intercooler with the kit ok
6. Whats the wow factor
I do appreciate any help on this one, Im likely to be the first pro turbo installer in the uk so I need to get it right.
Thanks
1. Is it worth it, or just a load of trouble
2. Is it reliable once set up properly or does it need constant tuning
3. What performance i.e 0-60 times can I expect
4. If I run at BEGi's recommended 5 - 6 psi is my stock engine internals going to be happy.
5. Is the standard intercooler with the kit ok
6. Whats the wow factor
I do appreciate any help on this one, Im likely to be the first pro turbo installer in the uk so I need to get it right.
Thanks
February-10th-2005, 08:28 AM
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Cheers, the BEGi kit is real solid. One of our top vendors here has been running it for over 30K miles with no problems. He did however switch out the FMU-style fuel adder for a Haltech F10X fuel computer. These are much more stable and will provide far greater tuning for driveability, milage and even performance.
I also suggest the HiBoost turbo kit or the Wagner Motorsports turbo kit. The Hiboost kit will come with the F10X fuel computer but I feel the Wagner kit with it's tubular manifold is a little better design.
I also suggest the HiBoost turbo kit or the Wagner Motorsports turbo kit. The Hiboost kit will come with the F10X fuel computer but I feel the Wagner kit with it's tubular manifold is a little better design.
February-10th-2005, 06:37 PM
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I too have the BEGi turbo kit, and have recently installed a Haltech E6X Stand Alone to supplement this kit. It is a solid kit. I've been rolling on mine since Oct. 2002, and well over 50,000 miles, and it is still here! With the addition of the Haltech, I have too say this kit is much better. With the right engine management system, your car will get gone with the BEGi kit. As far as customer support, Corky Bell and his crew are top notch. I went down there a couple years ago for his help in correcting few things on my kit, and he took me and my daughter out to lunch with his crew. His technical knowledge is top notch. That's all I have to say for now.
February-10th-2005, 06:52 PM
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Originally Posted by rs-protege
I know there's plenty of info in past threads on this but I want some more up to date info from BEGi Turbo owner whom have been running these kits for a while now. I am contemplating installing one of these kits in a few months and basically want to know -
1. Is it worth it, or just a load of trouble
Yes, it is worth it. The only thing I would recommend is making sure the studs are the same ones that Flyin' Miata provided. I have a prototype kit, and I went ahead and upgraded a lot of stuff to the production kit parts.
2. Is it reliable once set up properly or does it need constant tuning
If you use the kit the way it was meant to be used, it will be reliable, and true. Once you set up the Rising Rate Fuel Pressure Regulator, you shouldn't have to really mess with it unless your air/fuel ratio rises with cooler weather to the point of too lean for boost. And then a simple twist of the **** will fix it. With any turbo kit, I would strongly suggest a Wideband O2 sensor to properly monitor the state of the tune.
3. What performance i.e 0-60 times can I expect
My friend who had the very 1st BEGi kit (WShad) video taped around 6.2 second 0-60.
4. If I run at BEGi's recommended 5 - 6 psi is my stock engine internals going to be happy.
Your internals should be fine. Like with anything, if you abuse it, you will loose it.
5. Is the standard intercooler with the kit ok
Yes, although my biggest gripe is that a lot of the standard IC is behind the bumper. They do have a true FMIC that is fitted to the grille, but it may cost little more. I am running 10 PSI (with the Haltech E6X) currently in the winter weather, so the IC will work good for 6 PSI. It is designed for 250WHP.
6. Whats the wow factor
You should be able to beat stock Mazdaspeed Proteges at 6.5-7 PSI on the BEGi kit.
I do appreciate any help on this one, Im likely to be the first pro turbo installer in the uk so I need to get it right.
Thanks
1. Is it worth it, or just a load of trouble
Yes, it is worth it. The only thing I would recommend is making sure the studs are the same ones that Flyin' Miata provided. I have a prototype kit, and I went ahead and upgraded a lot of stuff to the production kit parts.
2. Is it reliable once set up properly or does it need constant tuning
If you use the kit the way it was meant to be used, it will be reliable, and true. Once you set up the Rising Rate Fuel Pressure Regulator, you shouldn't have to really mess with it unless your air/fuel ratio rises with cooler weather to the point of too lean for boost. And then a simple twist of the **** will fix it. With any turbo kit, I would strongly suggest a Wideband O2 sensor to properly monitor the state of the tune.
3. What performance i.e 0-60 times can I expect
My friend who had the very 1st BEGi kit (WShad) video taped around 6.2 second 0-60.
4. If I run at BEGi's recommended 5 - 6 psi is my stock engine internals going to be happy.
Your internals should be fine. Like with anything, if you abuse it, you will loose it.
5. Is the standard intercooler with the kit ok
Yes, although my biggest gripe is that a lot of the standard IC is behind the bumper. They do have a true FMIC that is fitted to the grille, but it may cost little more. I am running 10 PSI (with the Haltech E6X) currently in the winter weather, so the IC will work good for 6 PSI. It is designed for 250WHP.
6. Whats the wow factor
You should be able to beat stock Mazdaspeed Proteges at 6.5-7 PSI on the BEGi kit.
I do appreciate any help on this one, Im likely to be the first pro turbo installer in the uk so I need to get it right.
Thanks
February-11th-2005, 03:54 AM
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Cheers Lads
That is really encouraging news, the reason I have shortlisted BEGi above all others is basically because of Corky, Ive read his book on turbo charging and for a company that can put all that good advice in a book must be a company that can be relied on.
With regard to the wideband 02 sensor I assume this will accomodate wide ambient temperature changes without adjusting the pressure regulator. Could you tell me please a place over your side of the pond I can contact in getting one of these?
Another question I have is does the standard IC with the kit really affect ground clearance, BEGi tell me the standard one is good but will reduce ground clearance?
My other main decision on the install is whether to take the 1st cat out and straight pipe it, have you done this?
Thanks again
That is really encouraging news, the reason I have shortlisted BEGi above all others is basically because of Corky, Ive read his book on turbo charging and for a company that can put all that good advice in a book must be a company that can be relied on.
With regard to the wideband 02 sensor I assume this will accomodate wide ambient temperature changes without adjusting the pressure regulator. Could you tell me please a place over your side of the pond I can contact in getting one of these?
Another question I have is does the standard IC with the kit really affect ground clearance, BEGi tell me the standard one is good but will reduce ground clearance?
My other main decision on the install is whether to take the 1st cat out and straight pipe it, have you done this?
Thanks again
February-11th-2005, 04:17 AM
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Just one other thing, from all installed BEGi turbo pictures Ive seen I cannot see what is done with the Air Intake Temperature sensor that sticks into the original air box, can you tell me?
ta
ta
February-11th-2005, 09:30 AM
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[QUOTE=rs-protege]Cheers Lads
See above for answers in red.
Originally Posted by rs-protege
Cheers Lads
That is really encouraging news, the reason I have shortlisted BEGi above all others is basically because of Corky, Ive read his book on turbo charging and for a company that can put all that good advice in a book must be a company that can be relied on.
With regard to the wideband 02 sensor I assume this will accomodate wide ambient temperature changes without adjusting the pressure regulator. Could you tell me please a place over your side of the pond I can contact in getting one of these?
With regards to the Wideband O2 sensor, it will just tell you acurately where your air/fuel ratio is. Under boost you want to see round 12. The Wideband O2 sensor I have is actually from Australia from a company called Tech Edge. I have the version 1.5, but they have the better version 2. Check them out. There are also other options from companies like AEM, and Innovative
Another question I have is does the standard IC with the kit really affect ground clearance, BEGi tell me the standard one is good but will reduce ground clearance?
The answer is yes. The pipes come down below the car's plstic cowling. I suggest the FMIC upgrade, so you will be more ready for any future power upgrades as well since it gets more air.
My other main decision on the install is whether to take the 1st cat out and straight pipe it, have you done this?
Do you have emissions testing? If you do, then it is up to you to risk it. I have emmisions testing, but decided to go with the BEGi off-road downpipe that eliminates the 1st CAT.
Thanks again
That is really encouraging news, the reason I have shortlisted BEGi above all others is basically because of Corky, Ive read his book on turbo charging and for a company that can put all that good advice in a book must be a company that can be relied on.
With regard to the wideband 02 sensor I assume this will accomodate wide ambient temperature changes without adjusting the pressure regulator. Could you tell me please a place over your side of the pond I can contact in getting one of these?
With regards to the Wideband O2 sensor, it will just tell you acurately where your air/fuel ratio is. Under boost you want to see round 12. The Wideband O2 sensor I have is actually from Australia from a company called Tech Edge. I have the version 1.5, but they have the better version 2. Check them out. There are also other options from companies like AEM, and Innovative
Another question I have is does the standard IC with the kit really affect ground clearance, BEGi tell me the standard one is good but will reduce ground clearance?
The answer is yes. The pipes come down below the car's plstic cowling. I suggest the FMIC upgrade, so you will be more ready for any future power upgrades as well since it gets more air.
My other main decision on the install is whether to take the 1st cat out and straight pipe it, have you done this?
Do you have emissions testing? If you do, then it is up to you to risk it. I have emmisions testing, but decided to go with the BEGi off-road downpipe that eliminates the 1st CAT.
Thanks again
February-11th-2005, 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by rs-protege
Just one other thing, from all installed BEGi turbo pictures Ive seen I cannot see what is done with the Air Intake Temperature sensor that sticks into the original air box, can you tell me?
ta
ta
February-11th-2005, 01:21 PM
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Here is a link to THE prototype BEGi kit my friend Will had (car has since been totalled 
) :
http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4291745549
) :http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4291745549
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