Now that I'm not at work, I can respond with some actual, factual information about Rick @ Synergy's Motorsports turbo kits. I have wanted a "twin" turbo kit for years. Every non-entrylevel OEM manufacture that isn't looking for a best 1/4 mile ETA run's twin turbo's. IMO, twins can't be beat for ultra-quick spool and strong top-end. I bought one of Rick's flipped manifold kits 2 years ago and 10k miles later, I couldn't be happier. Rick's kit's are designed for the best compromise of real-world daily driving and ubber HP. I was a Procharger guy and the biggest complaint I read about turbo's was the lag ("it hit's like Thor's hammer" is another way of saying I floor it, look at my watch and then all hell breaks loose) and that they require a lot of maintenance. With Rick's kit on my heavy-*** crew cab truck stock 6.0l, I give it 3/4 throttle at 2500 RPM's and I hit my internally wastegated max of 10psi NOW. No lag. Mantainance wise, after a full weekend of install, I've changed the oil 3 times. That's it. High quality materials and products engineered correctly is what I paid for.

I've been to Rick's shop half a dozen times. He always takes the time to answer my questions politely regardless of how lame they may be or how busy he is. If I have a concern about my tune, he stops what he is working on and takes care of me. He is the consumate Professional and has earned the respect he deserves. Next time ask him how he hit 850 RWHP before you lob a grenade at him. If you keep your mouth shut, you may learn something.

Regarding his current kit for sale, do the math. As Louis said, 2 GT3071's will flow enough air for 1100 hp and add up the $$$ of the parts of his kit. I get wholesale pricing through my work and I couldn't buy all the parts and materials for $6k let alone actually engineer and fabricate it. If it was a Camaro, no one would squawk at $1500+ for just the hand-made headers.

Louis, thanks for speaking up. I took your response for what it is. Anger at someone who is bashing someone who supports our sport. You will be the first Vendor I hit up next time I need anything you can supply. I'd tell you to ignore that moron ForceInduction but I'm sure you already wrote him off.

Rick

 

If you read through my posts then what I was after is very clear. An add was posted claiming a HP figure on a motor with stock parts that I found to be incredulous. Did I say the turbos wouldn't produce the amount of CFM to sustain the power level? No. Did I ever say that the builder didn't know what he was doing as a tuner? no. Did I use any verbage like "he's a liar, cheat", etc? No. I stated that I didn't believe the numbers that was claimed in the add could be made with stock parts and I wanted to know if it was possible. I DID miss the fact that it was only a stock lower end 5.3. I owned my mistake but even after Rick stated his entire build of the motor I am still sceptical of the combo holding together and making the power stated. And yes, I would have to do some research as to the tensile strength of the rods, pistons etc and figure out the cylinder pressuresat 18psi of boost yada yada yada to see if it was mathimatically possible. I also laugh at all of the internet "proof" that 99% of you brought such as it is true because rick is a friend of mine. Louis was the only person to clime in with actual flow numbers etc. And I don't take offense to his out burst as I have followed his race career for about 18 yrs. it just goes with his personality. I also have no issue with rick or his company. What I say here won't effect his business in the least. He can sell parts by what ever means he feels is just. I found my answer. And if that annoys you then that is your problem.

Heres my hypothisis if anyone cares; Is it possible? yes. Is it probable? no. I personnally don't agree with the sales pitch but That is just my opinion. But I am not going to buy the kit either.

 

In a nutshell.... to answer your poll question.

Youre an idiot.... its possible.

I guess whenever something like this is in question we should all just pull out calculators and put all personal experiences with the shop/person/truck in question to the side?

 

ITs a good thing I decided to leave the 20-22psi graph out then. LOL

Rick

 

I still want to see that graph...

 

Wow... I dont know you or Rick. Nor do I know Louis BUT it sure seems as though you are one GriffinsPerformance nutswinging troll who for no better reason than to sound intelligent started a debate about whether a motor could make "X" and failed. First - as you have admitted, YOU missed where he points out exactly whats done to the motor. Second you quickly switch from calling shenanigans on the power level to criticizing this illicit marketing scheme crafted by Rick of Synergy and the owner of this truck who is trying to sell a turbo kit.

Dude you are full of fail to all but maybe those who have also jumped in here to bash with you and make the whole "wow just like school blah blah...." comments LOL Geeeee wiz it just so happens that the truck in his pic also looks just like the one Griffins built not too long ago - Hmmmm.....

Could it be? LMAO!!! GTFO with your "I just don't think it's possible BS".

Gosh I wonder how many people have looked into YOUR signature info due to this very thread?

Comic at best dude.

For the record I know NONE of the people in this thread personally or otherwise, I simply checked in due to it being linked from another forum. After reading the thread though it does seem everything said of Rick at Synergy was positive and from people with history. Making this thread full of even more fail for jfg455.....

 

For the record I know nothing of Griffins either so, none of the above should be seen as a slam or negative in any way.