92 Z28 Turbo Build and keeping all comforts..and then some
04-24-2011, 10:34 AM
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92 Z28 Turbo Build and keeping all comforts..and then some Well Its my turn I suppose. While there are so many Impressive swaps here I'll try to stay up to task... Well my sway took place approx 2 years ago and after a short amount of time (and very little miles) I got sick of the level of performance. Don't get me wrong the LS1 in no slouch. I just get the "itch". So here we go.. I sold my turbo 2005 GTO cause I never drive it so thats what financing this whole project.
Overview- I installed a Ford 9" with a Detriot Locker and 3.25 gears and Moser Axles, I've already gutted the interior and started stripping the engine bay and exterior for paint. My goal is to keep 100% of the creature comforts while being able to knock down a 10 sec 1/4 mile time. It will be powered by my ls1 that I'll be stripping for forged pistons/rods and a good FI cam. I've already started with the hot pipe mock up. I will be using "Log Manifolds" due to lack of space. I started making them out of schedule 40 (yes I know its overkill... But these will not crack also plenty of meat for clean-up/blending)I'm also making them look more like an exhaust manifold and making sure all the primarys look like they transition right..smooth and even. I ordered 1/2 flanges to resist warp, I also ordered my turbo from Modular Turbo (great guy). A turbonetics TC78 w/ .96 A/R. The fans will be pushers and radiator and condenser will be mounted in stock location. Heres some pics of the mach up/ Manifold build.
Overview- I installed a Ford 9" with a Detriot Locker and 3.25 gears and Moser Axles, I've already gutted the interior and started stripping the engine bay and exterior for paint. My goal is to keep 100% of the creature comforts while being able to knock down a 10 sec 1/4 mile time. It will be powered by my ls1 that I'll be stripping for forged pistons/rods and a good FI cam. I've already started with the hot pipe mock up. I will be using "Log Manifolds" due to lack of space. I started making them out of schedule 40 (yes I know its overkill... But these will not crack also plenty of meat for clean-up/blending)I'm also making them look more like an exhaust manifold and making sure all the primarys look like they transition right..smooth and even. I ordered 1/2 flanges to resist warp, I also ordered my turbo from Modular Turbo (great guy). A turbonetics TC78 w/ .96 A/R. The fans will be pushers and radiator and condenser will be mounted in stock location. Heres some pics of the mach up/ Manifold build.
04-24-2011, 11:44 AM
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Looks great man! I'm doing a similar build but with a t6 88 mm Turbo. Where do you plan on putting the Turbo? Also where do you plan on running the dp? Looks like it'll be tight on the passenger side.
04-24-2011, 12:10 PM
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Hey thanks, I'm mounting the turbo between the radiator and engine (it'll be tight) and the downpipe under the passenger side manifold. It'll be fun changing plugs! Oh well.. i'll make the down pipe easy to remove.
04-24-2011, 12:33 PM
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Gotcha. Stock k member? The aftermarket ones give tons of room for dp. I want to try and fit a 4 in dp with the stock k member, I've seen 3.5 fit but I may have to notch the frame a little to fit a 4 in. I want to place the Turbo right where you have your AC compressor. Ill definitely be watching this thread.
