How cheap to hit 8s?
These are the obstacles that I'm looking for. Now what's the least expensive way to get it done? Just so were clear, just because I'm looking to see how inexpensive things can be done doesn't mean that its going to be a hack job.
As far as the HP is concerned.. my friend ran a 9.00 @ 153... so a good poop away from an 8.99 with 770rwhp through a th400 in a 3700lb Camaro, the new owner dipped deep into the 8's with the same setup... but as has been said there is a lot more to it (as an 8.99 is my ultimate goal, I am figuring this out very quickly, making the HP is the easy part)
All these "20k in the motor alone" etc etc haven't read many of the stock shortblock threads on here. A damn shoebox s10 is LIGHT! A 5.3, s480 for cheap from forced inductions, jgs gate and bov, **** on an intercooler, it's drag only on corn. A th400 with good converter and a cheap rebuild would probably hit the mark. 5k? Maybe, especially if your doing all the work. Guy doesn't want an erl superdeck with twin gtxxx turbos, a sunshell or whatever glide and a Moser 9"
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I can't believe you started this thread. Lol
Like I said man the money your going to spend on that ratty *** truck just use for the Camaro because with any build there will be set backs and trust me you WILL need some extra cash for it.
But can it be done for cheap? Yes. But why? 5-8k to prove a point seems crazy to me.
Like I said man the money your going to spend on that ratty *** truck just use for the Camaro because with any build there will be set backs and trust me you WILL need some extra cash for it.
But can it be done for cheap? Yes. But why? 5-8k to prove a point seems crazy to me.
I can't believe you started this thread. Lol
Like I said man the money your going to spend on that ratty *** truck just use for the Camaro because with any build there will be set backs and trust me you WILL need some extra cash for it.
But can it be done for cheap? Yes. But why? 5-8k to prove a point seems crazy to me.
Like I said man the money your going to spend on that ratty *** truck just use for the Camaro because with any build there will be set backs and trust me you WILL need some extra cash for it.
But can it be done for cheap? Yes. But why? 5-8k to prove a point seems crazy to me.
I would not push a stock block to the 8's without a cage and all the safety gear. You are driving a ticking time bomb when coaxing that kind of power out of it. When it blows and you drive through your own oil, it's pretty much a done deal that you will crash. That alone will cost you a pretty penny.... You will need a trans with a t-brake for sure to even think of running in the 8's, paired with a good turbo converter.... the list goes on as to what you will need to go that fast. The little things as you probably already know, add up super fast.
I'm putting together an s10 with a 5.3 now (collecting parts anyway) and I'm on a budget. Without the truck, trans, converter and turbo added into the cost, I'm struggling to keep my build under $5000. I'm not looking to go 8's by any means either.....
I'm putting together an s10 with a 5.3 now (collecting parts anyway) and I'm on a budget. Without the truck, trans, converter and turbo added into the cost, I'm struggling to keep my build under $5000. I'm not looking to go 8's by any means either.....
My thoughts are that there is a reason there are so many good running "JY" turbo builds... they really are friendly on the budget. If it were "cheap" to run 8's, it'd have been done a lot more often by now. I'm in agreement with 1fast bird... if you're going to try and make that sort of number without all the safety goodies (which I imagine will be at least $1000 in itself), then you're nuts. And I could only hope that nothing goes wrong at 140+ MPH that might result in killing someone. I understand we all want to go fast on the cheap... but skimping out on keeping yourself safe and, yes even the guy in the other lane, just doesn't seem wise to me.
I would guess "No" on getting it done for under 5 grand.
I would guess "No" on getting it done for under 5 grand.
I would not push a stock block to the 8's without a cage and all the safety gear. You are driving a ticking time bomb when coaxing that kind of power out of it. When it blows and you drive through your own oil, it's pretty much a done deal that you will crash. That alone will cost you a pretty penny.... You will need a trans with a t-brake for sure to even think of running in the 8's, paired with a good turbo converter.... the list goes on as to what you will need to go that fast. The little things as you probably already know, add up super fast.
I'm putting together an s10 with a 5.3 now (collecting parts anyway) and I'm on a budget. Without the truck, trans, converter and turbo added into the cost, I'm struggling to keep my build under $5000. I'm not looking to go 8's by any means either.....
I'm putting together an s10 with a 5.3 now (collecting parts anyway) and I'm on a budget. Without the truck, trans, converter and turbo added into the cost, I'm struggling to keep my build under $5000. I'm not looking to go 8's by any means either.....
My thoughts are that there is a reason there are so many good running "JY" turbo builds... they really are friendly on the budget. If it were "cheap" to run 8's, it'd have been done a lot more often by now. I'm in agreement with 1fast bird... if you're going to try and make that sort of number without all the safety goodies (which I imagine will be at least $1000 in itself), then you're nuts. And I could only hope that nothing goes wrong at 140+ MPH that might result in killing someone. I understand we all want to go fast on the cheap... but skimping out on keeping yourself safe and, yes even the guy in the other lane, just doesn't seem wise to me.
I would guess "No" on getting it done for under 5 grand.
I would guess "No" on getting it done for under 5 grand.
Just like when I ride my street bike, there is always a risk involved. Obviously I will take safety precautions, just as I do when I ride
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In fear of running out of pump I would pick up an Aeromotive eliminator which buy itself is 620. We haven't even got into injectors, tank assembly, or fuel lines. A cage in an 8 second car with a questionable chassis is not something I would skimp on.
Hopeless cause. He's not gonna listen.
Not including safety gear, the price of the truck and using what you have it CAN be done for around 6k
5.3
Vic jr
Blow through carb and dual walbros
S475
No inter cooler or bov
8.8 caltracs bars
Th400
Megasquirt for the spark
A box of hole saws and a good 1/2" drill
You will need to be around 2800-2900# with driver and run the s475 up at 18-20#
5.3
Vic jr
Blow through carb and dual walbros
S475
No inter cooler or bov
8.8 caltracs bars
Th400
Megasquirt for the spark
A box of hole saws and a good 1/2" drill
You will need to be around 2800-2900# with driver and run the s475 up at 18-20#