Echo-Troll Modding Thread (2005 Toyota Echo)

[MetroMPG]

Yup, I do! (Assuming both have the same size openings for cooling.)

The many edges of the nose looked too sharp to my eye - it made me think some could be causing energy-robbing vortices.

Only my 2 cents.

[echo-francis]

Just received my EWP today! It is a EWP80 from Davies, Craig.

Planning to install it as soon as i'm getting a rendez-vous with my mechanic.
The plan is to replace the old HP stealing mechanic water pump for a Manually Controlled Fan & Electric Water Pump. I did not buy this to save money, only for pure fuel economy. It is also part of my belt-less engine project.

Here is its caracteristics as it is ritten on the box :

EWP80 Electric Water Pump Specifications :

Operating Voltage : 3V DC to 15V DC
Maximum Current : 7.5A
Maximum Flow : 80 L/Min, 21 Gallon (US)/Min at 13.5V DC
Operating Temperature : -40°C to 130°C (-40°F to 266°F)
Pump Design : Clockwise Centrifugal
Motor Life : 6000 hrs at 80°C (176°F) and 12V DC
Pump Weight : 900 grams (2.0 Lbs)
Pump Material : Nylon 66%, 30% Glass Filled
Seal : Ceramic Face Seal
Burst Pressure : 350 kPa (50 Psi)


Fan Digital Controller Technical Specifications :

Input Voltage : 12V DC to 15V DC
Output Vge olta: 5V to 15V
Maximum Current : 12A
Operating Temperature : -20°C to 60°C (-5°F to 140°F)
Targeted (Set) Temperature : 75°, 80°, 85°, 90°, 95°C (167°, 176°, 185°, 194°, 203°F)
Controller Type : PCB with Micro Processor
Sensor Type : Thermister in Waterproof Housing
Fan Cut-In Temperature : 3°C (5.4°F) Above Set Temperature
Time Out : 2 Min. (Or Set : 5°C/23°F) After Ignition OFF
Indicator LEDs : Temperature, Power ON, Pump Mode, Test and Fan
Weight : 90 grams (3.2 oz.)
Dimensions (Metric) : 101 mm (L) x 95 mm (W) x 35mm (D)
Dimensions (Imperial) : 4" (L) x 3-3/4" (W) x 1-3/8" (D)

Here are some pictures of the EWP (Note that this post will be updated.) :

This is the box it was delivered in.


This is the EWP & Fan Digital Controller.


Combo Pack pieces.


EDIT : Sorry for the head exercising pictures...

[Weather Spotter]

how much did the pump and required controller cost?

[echo-francis]

483$ in americain money and 128$ of border tax but i live in canada.

[CigaR007]

You sure are ambitious ! ...That's a good thing !

[echo-francis]

Yup! He have laid the two rear wheel skirts.

Here is a picture of the passenger side rear wheel skirt :


The driver side wheel skirt :


The stash we have created to protect us from the sun :

[blownb310]

It's looking good Francis.

[MetroMPG]

Just out of curiosity... did you try disabling the factory power assist to see whether you need the electric?

[echo-francis]

do you talk about the power steering?

[MetroMPG]

Yes