craigo84
Boosting 10 psi
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Post by craigo84 on Jan 30, 2009 21:56:29 GMT -5
I'm new to the forum, but want to know what the best thing to do to my 84 GT Turbo to get more power. Mods include FMIC, Bigger than stock turbonetics turbo, msd ignition, 8.8 rear end eibach lowering springs, sub frame connectors, boost controller, fuel pressure regulator ect.....
I'm thinking of doing an Esslinger 2270 Cam, Stinger FMIC kit, stinger down pipe and header.
What would be the best thing to do first I'm on a tight budget because I'm a 17 yr old student who works part time after school.
Just want some opinions
Thanks,
Craig
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Post by maverick88tc on Jan 31, 2009 14:49:45 GMT -5
opening the exhaust and air intake is the best thing to do ,i am asuming it allready has a k and n cone filter so the exhaust would be the best place to work on, how much boost so far? what fuel pump
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craigo84
Boosting 10 psi
Full of Boost :)
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Post by craigo84 on Jan 31, 2009 15:45:07 GMT -5
about 10psi so i'm gonna turn up the boost also it already has a down pipe no cat.
and yes it is a k&n air filter.
Also is a blow thru vam better?
Craig
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Post by Matt Culpepper 2300gearjammer on Feb 1, 2009 14:27:50 GMT -5
Hey craig welcome.
It sounds like you've got the basics covered pretty well. I would be looking at a 255lph fuel pump and a new filter and your fuel sys would be done. This is the absolute first thing I do with any car before starting mods.
Which intercooler are you running currently?
I ran the 2270 and now one of Boports big cams in a car I drive. If you don't have a good head yet I would consider looking at one of Boports 1.5-1.9 cams. I'm dropping back to that myself as soon as money permits.
You sort of want to think ahead. If you do a downpipe now and plan to do a stinger header you'll need the header downpipe then.
Now for some actual suggestions...
1st grab the fuel pump, install and crank the booooooost up. Depending on how much bigger than a T3 your turbo is, youre likely not even into the sweet spot where it can be efficient. Don't worry about moving the vam for now. set the boost at 15 for while...18 for longer....20 for even longer.....This will buy you some time. Me on the other hand...I'd go from 10psi-22 on the 1st day and be looking to mod without money. lol
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Post by maverick88tc on Feb 1, 2009 15:03:38 GMT -5
i am running 16 psi on my car but i would like to run more but how much can you run , my car has a huge intercooler (40x20x3) i was thinking 18 is the limit but you say 20 or 22 is safe?
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craigo84
Boosting 10 psi
Full of Boost :)
Posts: 41
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Post by craigo84 on Feb 2, 2009 13:16:44 GMT -5
Hey craig welcome. It sounds like you've got the basics covered pretty well. I would be looking at a 255lph fuel pump and a new filter and your fuel sys would be done. This is the absolute first thing I do with any car before starting mods. Which intercooler are you running currently? I ran the 2270 and now one of Boports big cams in a car I drive. If you don't have a good head yet I would consider looking at one of Boports 1.5-1.9 cams. I'm dropping back to that myself as soon as money permits. You sort of want to think ahead. If you do a downpipe now and plan to do a stinger header you'll need the header downpipe then. Now for some actual suggestions... 1st grab the fuel pump, install and crank the booooooost up. Depending on how much bigger than a T3 your turbo is, youre likely not even into the sweet spot where it can be efficient. Don't worry about moving the vam for now. set the boost at 15 for while...18 for longer....20 for even longer.....This will buy you some time. Me on the other hand...I'd go from 10psi-22 on the 1st day and be looking to mod without money. lol Thanks for the advice now i just gotta figure whats wrong and get it running right. Craig |
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craigo84
Boosting 10 psi
Full of Boost :)
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Post by craigo84 on Feb 2, 2009 13:25:16 GMT -5
As for the intercooler i'm not sure on the specs i think its just a little cheapy one from summit the guy who owned it before me put it on.
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Post by Stinger on Feb 2, 2009 20:42:39 GMT -5
i am running 16 psi on my car but i would like to run more but how much can you run , my car has a huge intercooler (40x20x3) i was thinking 18 is the limit but you say 20 or 22 is safe? Depends on a number of things, including the turbo, amount of fuel/air fuel ratio, fuel octane, timing settings, outside air temp, etc. There are some general guidelines in the FAQ section, otherwise you just turn it up a little at a time until it detonates a bit (rattles), then back it down about 2psi. When it warms up, you'll have to turn it down farther. |
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