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Old 01-14-2013, 07:33 PM
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As far as I know its a stock ls1 besides what came with the turbo kit. When I bought it it came with a couple printout's of dyno sheets. I'm assuming that I am getting valve float, which means I probably should change the springs to something that suit this turbo better.


My question is, what springs should I go with. I don't mean brand, I mean what lift springs?
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Its an 02 SS
50# injectors
Dana 60
76mm turbo
7.5lbs boost
340lb fuel pump
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Not enough information for an answer?
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Phil tune that car or did you just take it to Jakes to get it dyno'd?
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Originally Posted by c0ncEpT
Phil tune that car or did you just take it to Jakes to get it dyno'd?
This dyno was back in 2006 when the previous owner had it. I just bought this car in November. I haven't had time to get it dynoed. I'd honestly rather not.

The car was supposedly tuned regularly till the owner moved to NC about 3-4 years ago. I assume it was done at the same shop, but I'm honestly not sure.

Is it a reputable shop?
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Get a set of Brian Tooley springs along with his hardened pushrods.

What turbo is on it? Is your car auto?
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pac1218 springs for under .600 lift cams
and pack 1518s for up to .650 i believe

they start at about 140 dollars and work great
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Brian Tooley Racing!
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I like the PAC or BTR springs are both good choices. I would go ahead and get the .650 lift springs for peace of mind though, or just incase you decide you want a bigger cam later.
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Its a Turbonetics. 6-speed car.

I considered the .650 lift springs, just wanted reassurance. Thanks for the input everyone
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I just purchased a set of Brian tooley springs! Can't really beath the price and his hardened pushrods for 89$



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