Installation on SPS62

[kdbvulcan]

need some imput on installing a sps62,the easiest way,plus I am putting a ATS manifold on,do I need to torque the manifold bolts,new gasket or not,what do you guys recommend? :-{}











03 4x4 auto,dtt transmission,maghytec pan,airdog,tst,mp8,mac filter,coming II dual feed line,sittin on 20's

 

[jwilliams3]

I would remove the stock drain tube first (without damaging if possible). Then pull the manifold and turbo as one unit.

Next assemble the new turbo onto the new manifold... make sure to install old drain tube onto the new turbo before you put the whole assembly back into the truck.

Have a buddy help you position the new turbo and manifold while you get some bolts started.



The torque I use is 40-42ft lbs on the manifold bolts. The torque on the turbo nuts is 43 newton meters. The drain tube bolt torque is 24NM or 18ft lbs.



When you have it all bolted back together make sure that turbo has been pre-lubed with clean engine oil.

You want to crank the engine over to get oil to the new turbo before you actually start the truck up.

This can be accomplished by having someone monitor the drain tube output... wait for oil.

To keep your truck from starting up if you unplug the tst connections (as I remember). Basically the truck will crank but will not fire.





Since you are using an ATS manifold you might need to fab up your own manifold to turbo studs. If they are too short or too long then you can go down to the hardware store and buy some metric bolts and cut them to your desired length (thats what I do).

I would also advise that you go to Cummins or a Dodge dealer and buy a couple extra turbo nuts since you will probably need them on the outside manifold to turbo connection (on top and bottom).

 

[Cummins724]

need some imput on installing a sps62,the easiest way,plus I am putting a ATS manifold on,do I need to torque the manifold bolts,new gasket or not,what do you guys recommend? :-{}











03 4x4 auto,dtt transmission,maghytec pan,airdog,tst,mp8,mac filter,coming II dual feed line,sittin on 20's

I would use new gaskets for sure... . I'm not sure about industrial turbos, but HT gives you new gaskets & studs in the kit. I bought the HT manifold & the gaskets were included also. I think this may help... . if you haven't read the post in 24v engine thread yesterday... . read it. I explained the easy way to hook up the return tube on the bottom of the turbo... . Don't kink the line or cut it to gain clearance... . just turn the housing out of the way.

 

[d90boy]

Speaking of the drain tube, it may be worth an 03 owner's while to buy the newer flexible one from the dealer. Another tip I would recommend is to test fit the manifold before mounting the turbo. My manifold halves were too close together for the front 6 and back 6 holes to line up. I discovered this with the turbo attached, making it awkward to remedy.

 

[kdbvulcan]

I would remove the stock drain tube first (without damaging if possible). Then pull the manifold and turbo as one unit.

Next assemble the new turbo onto the new manifold... make sure to install old drain tube onto the new turbo before you put the whole assembly back into the truck.

Have a buddy help you position the new turbo and manifold while you get some bolts started.



The torque I use is 40-42ft lbs on the manifold bolts. The torque on the turbo nuts is 43 newton meters. The drain tube bolt torque is 24NM or 18ft lbs.



When you have it all bolted back together make sure that turbo has been pre-lubed with clean engine oil.

You want to crank the engine over to get oil to the new turbo before you actually start the truck up.

This can be accomplished by having someone monitor the drain tube output... wait for oil.

To keep your truck from starting up if you unplug the tst connections (as I remember). Basically the truck will crank but will not fire.





Since you are using an ATS manifold you might need to fab up your own manifold to turbo studs. If they are too short or too long then you can go down to the hardware store and buy some metric bolts and cut them to your desired length (thats what I do).

I would also advise that you go to Cummins or a Dodge dealer and buy a couple extra turbo nuts since you will probably need them on the outside manifold to turbo connection (on top and bottom).

whats the downfall of using the same factory bolts and gasket on the manifold,one guy told it dosent really matter!!!!!

 

[MMeier]

Getting ready to do mine also, anyone see any advantage to spraying some Permatex copper on the gaskets before installation? Also, does it matter which way the indentations on the gaskets go?

 

[jwilliams3]

If the turbo to manifold gasket is in decent shape its ok to use it again no problem.

If the head to exhaust manifold gaskets are ok... use them over again.



The oil drain tube however should be changed if it shows any sign of tearing when removed from the turbo.



kdbvulcan,

Theres nothing wrong with reusing the manifold bolts.

I think you are confusing what I am saying... .

I am speaking of the manifold to to turbo connection... . Sometimes the factory studs are too long... they might be ok on the 03.

The flange thickness of the ATS and BG type turbos is thinner so the factory studs on the 2004. 5 and up wont usually work.

 

[kdbvulcan]

Speaking of the drain tube, it may be worth an 03 owner's while to buy the newer flexible one from the dealer. Another tip I would recommend is to test fit the manifold before mounting the turbo. My manifold halves were too close together for the front 6 and back 6 holes to line up. I discovered this with the turbo attached, making it awkward to remedy.

explain a little more of the flexible oil drain tube,do i get it from the DD?