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DIY Gizzmo MSIBC: Multi Scramble Intelligent Boost Controller

Vehicle: 1997 S14a 200SX (Silvia Aus Spec)

Everything you need for the install. I noticed the little things. Better quality packaging then the IBC, nicer box (now I know it's just cardboard... but presentation is everything), the hoses and wires bundled together in a more professional manner.

This unit is par for par the exact same dimensions as the IBC counterpart. Design however just "feels" more quality constructed. Now, don't get me wrong - the IBC is a horny little boost controller - but this is to the IBC what a Bentley is to a Merc.

Side by side...

The rear of the unit is EXACTLY the same as the IBC. It's idiot proof. Like the IBC; the power wires and the solenoid wires are seperated, so you cannot get it wrong.

I wonder what this magic button does ^_^ .... You'll find out soon ;)

Lets get the IBC solenoid out of here - and replace it with the new solenoid. I used the OEM spot - as detailed in the IBC guide. I suggest you revert back to that one - especially if you don't have a FMIC. Lots of things have changed at Gizzmo it would seem - as per under my bonnet.

Another shot at a better angle for you to see what we are playing with.

You'll need a 10mm socket, undo the top and bottom bolts on the bracket holding in the solenoid. Please refer back to the IBC guide if you need further help with this.

Placed next to each other - the solenoids are near on identical. My MSIBC solenoid is without marking. As you can see - I have setup the ports for internal wastegate operation. If you are using an external wastegate; I suggest you check the Gizzmo documentation for more information. (you just move the port from 3 to 1)

Putting the unit back into place, you can see it's quite at home like it's cousin ;). Do up the two 10mm bolts and reattach your vacuum lines. Remember to check the orientation for the wastegate and the intake. I had quite a few pms from people who couldn't boost their IBC - and pretty much every time the plumbing was wrong!

Once again, I tucked the solenoid cable behind the block - along the firewall.

I fed the line around the abs unit, tucked out of the way - and attached it to the solenoid line.

Remember the hole in the firewall from the IBC install? Guess who gets to crawl under the dash and pull all the lines through. Clear the way for the new solenoid wires - and thread them through.

This time around, I've decided to fix up the vacuum return line for the boost gauge and the MS IBC.

Attach the larger Y piece supplied with the MS IBC to the intake manifold side of the line. Tighten with a hose clamp.

Add in the return line to the wastegate - and also the 3rd line for the gauges. Tighten with hose clamps.

The finished product, this is much neater and has less slack then the previous setup.

And a top down view - make sure that nothing is kinked. Once you're done - return the boost gauge lines through the firewall - and anything else that you are running. Please check the IBC guide - if you need more help on that one.

Back to the dash - the solenoid control set is here - as is the power (reused the IBC one - as it's exactly the same - refer to IBC guide for hookup) and the boost line - though you can't see it.

I put some electrical tape over the solenoid plug - just because I noted a little bit of stress on the wires because of the way I've mounted it. I'm sure nothing would eventuate - but I like to be safe.

Remember this button? This is your scramble mode button. When you program the MSIBC scramble mode - you can set overboost for a desired period of time. Hit this button and BAM! 5psi extra for 10seconds.... or whatever you like!

Simply attach the two wires from the solenoid wiring loom and screw into place. I plan to drill a hole through the plastic near the gear boot - and install this there.

I drilled a hole through the gearboot plastic with hole saw - and put the scramble button here. It makes for easy access for an S14 driver.

With that, the unit is installed. Programming the unit is quite simple - just like the IBC - refer to the manual for assistance with that.

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