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Default another 5.3l turbo build

hey guys so im building an SC400 lexus with a 5.3l th400 setup and i want to go turbo heres the setup

-junkyard 05 5.3l w/ 75k
-ARP head studs
-new Oem mls HG's
-LS7 Lifters
-Comp Valve Springs
-heads are ported and polished on exhast side
-comp 224/224 cam with 114lsa AND .580 lift
-Edelbrock vic jr kit w/ rails
-Edelbrock 90 degree elbow
-cheap 92mm TB

thats the motor heres the fuel system

aeromotive stealth 340lph
fuellab FPR
Fuellab filter
6an braided line from tank to rail
siemens deka 80# injectors

heres the turbo setup

Master power t76 .96ar t4
stainless truck headers flipped with v bands 1.75 primaries 2.5" outlet
3" turbo back exhaust to dual 2.5"
32x12x3" cx racing intercooler
2.5" intercooler piping
tial MVS 38mm wastegate
HKS SSQV blow off valve

driveline is
TCI super streetfighter th400 rated at 875 HP
custom 9" convertor 4k stall rated at 700HP
welded rear diff w/ 3.73 gears
custom driveshaft

my goal is to make over 650-700 rwhp i know these little motors can take it and i think ive got enough fuel but what do you guys think any input would be awesome! thanks guys car will be a street/strip kind of deal
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