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Old Dec 7, 2012 | 10:07 PM
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Ok guys this is my first turbo build and need some suggestions,and help. I have a buddy that's going to help me fab up the pipes. I've been reading that alot of you guys are running the ebay turbo and Inter cooler and truck manifolds . What i need help on what size turbo(brand),waste gate, blow off valve etc. this will be going on a stock lq9 with 7x,xxx miles. My goals is to hit 500-550 rwhp, maybe more. I have not decided on stall,and cam size yet. I plan on running a set of 3:90 gears that i have laying around. The car weighs around 4000 pounds (83 chevy caprice). Thanks
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Old Dec 8, 2012 | 08:56 AM
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Wat are u doibg for fuel system?gonna want to do springs n rods at the leadt.gobba be a track car oror more of a street car?
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Old Dec 8, 2012 | 09:27 AM
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76mm Turbo, something like a PT7675 or even the Borg Warner S475. Personally I would do the TiAL 60mm, some will say its overkill, but it controls boost good; TiAL 50mm blow off valve as well. Get with Martin @ Tick Performance for a camshaft, or LilJohn. Both can help out a bunch. You will need a set of Valve Springs and Pushrods too. The Brian Tooley Racing ones are a great price, and look good.
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I was looking to get springs from Brian. Haven't quite figured out what im doing for fuel yet. And i forgot to mention this will be a street car. Trying to do this on a budget.
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Anymore suggestions? Trying to decide on a turbo.
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on 3 performance 76mm with a 84 a/r. love mine makes good power
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Old Dec 16, 2012 | 07:48 AM
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Details on your setup? Dyno numbers?
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