My 5.3 twin turbo parts list, plz comment
08-21-2012, 10:25 PM
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My 5.3 twin turbo parts list, plz comment I had an unfortunate accident with my 6.0 that has caused me to re-think my whole build. My end goal has been turbo all along so I am ditching the 6.0 and getting a somewhat low mileage 5.3 to start the turbo build. I don't have parts yet but I am deploying soon so I will have a little extra money and I figured no better time to start than now.
The list:
2- Precision 6076E .63a/r
2- 38mm Ultragates
Raceport BOV
Truck manifolds
Intercooler(meth if needed)
New fuel system -8 throughout A1000 pump and 20gal fuel cell
Built 4l80e or th400
9" with 3.2x gears
Not sure what injector size
I want to keep the boost under 12psi in order to prolong the life of the motor as long as possible
Stock Intake, TB, short block w/head studs, LS9 head gaskets
TU1 or ls6 or ls9 cam
Torn on the head selection so I would like a little help there. I have some 241s
All of this in an 85 short bed C10
I know can't have fast, cheap and reliable so I want fast, reliable but not too expensive. When all is said and done I want to have a mid 10sec truck that I can still drive any time/where.
I am open to any/all suggestions so please don't hesitate to add your input
The list:
2- Precision 6076E .63a/r
2- 38mm Ultragates
Raceport BOV
Truck manifolds
Intercooler(meth if needed)
New fuel system -8 throughout A1000 pump and 20gal fuel cell
Built 4l80e or th400
9" with 3.2x gears
Not sure what injector size
I want to keep the boost under 12psi in order to prolong the life of the motor as long as possible
Stock Intake, TB, short block w/head studs, LS9 head gaskets
TU1 or ls6 or ls9 cam
Torn on the head selection so I would like a little help there. I have some 241s
All of this in an 85 short bed C10
I know can't have fast, cheap and reliable so I want fast, reliable but not too expensive. When all is said and done I want to have a mid 10sec truck that I can still drive any time/where.
I am open to any/all suggestions so please don't hesitate to add your input
08-21-2012, 10:30 PM
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I would get bigger waste gates for sure.
80lb injectors or bigger if you are using ethanol
I would also recommend looking at race parts solutions website. They literally have everything for diy turbo guys.
80lb injectors or bigger if you are using ethanol
I would also recommend looking at race parts solutions website. They literally have everything for diy turbo guys.
Last edited by ren987; 08-21-2012 at 11:51 PM.
08-21-2012, 10:39 PM
#3
don't cheap out on waste gates or bovs... they are your only protection from damaging the engine or turbo from over pressurization....
don't forget a good controller
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don't forget a good controller
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08-21-2012, 10:53 PM
#4
anytime you want to come over and check out my stuff, just shoot me a PM on rwhp... i have twin 70's on a stock short block 5.3 with TFS 215 heads. The ls9 cam is a good option, just remember you'll have to swap to the ls2 style timing chain, front cover, and cam position sensor. I think the TU1 cam is the better option of the ones you listed. I have the Futral FM7 cam in mine, did pretty good in Adams (boostedcatfish) SS.
