is the sts pretty streetable with the 550rwht that it says it makes with 8psi, or is it not

 

My STS has excellent street manners. With the dual-stage boost controller, you can drive around with only 5 psi if you want. If you use their alcohol injection, this saves on alcohol. The system is much quieter than the Flowmaster it replaced when the wastegate is closed. Also, depending on your gearing and driving style, the car probably won't be in boost much around town.

 

Hey, I posted up the description and pictures of how I got more ground clearance with my pipe under the rear lca. See this thread in the FI forum:

https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthrea...21#post2777621


I'm going to post how I modded the oil return too, so it doesn't have to go into the oil fill cap...

I'll come back and add that link in a minute. (after I make the post...)

Okay - here's the oil return post with pics:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthrea...70#post2777770

 

when does the kit make boost, and what kind of times are you all pulling with 8psi, thanks again

 

Somebody get this man a bottle of KY before he goes nutz!

 

I can appreciate your opinion but am curious as to what evidence you base your decision on. You state that they are a "dumb idea"; why is this? You also state that you do not believe that they are "as good as they are portrayed here on the forums.". What experience led you to this conclusion? How much experience do you have with turbos and turbocharged cars? As for the propane injection maybe you should do a little research on the subject before you go making fun of it as your above post leads one to believe that you are not adequatley educated regarding rear mounted turbos or any other type of automotive turbo setup. You may think that it is funny to trash and berate the people here but think about this; I truly hope you are as intelligent as you would lead others to believe as you may find yourself needing help from the same people that you seem to take pleasure in harassing. When that happens you may find only your rants and insults there to help you in your time of need. At any rate good luck and as always; Cheers !!!

Jim C.

PS - A small bit of info for yourself and others. Most of the time when someone comes along with an idea that is "outside the box" they are usually ridiculed. This has been true throughout history with many types of technology. However, one must keep in mind that theoretical physics and applied physics can be two totally different animals and in this case there are WAY to many varibles to make a decision that is based on anything other than experience. So if one would like to debunk these kits buy one, use it and then point out the flaws to me. Until then I will continue to watch and decide for myself whether or not to purchase one.

J

 

My original post:
I was not really bashing the STS, merely QUESTIONING it. As was stated in my original paragraph, the BULK of the + comments are coming from newly registered users, who are more than likely people who sell the STS kit.

I do acknowledge that the kit DOES work and CAN provide somewhat impressive performance, however most of the impressive #'s are not coming from STS-only cars. They are coming from cars that are built up all-around, thereby being somewhat misleading to people who think they can drop $4K on the kit and have a car that runs 10s. Add to that the fact that I DO NOT like the rear mount configuration, and that's is personal preference that will not change regardless of how well the kit is purported to function.

I do not have the kit, hence what I am stating is my OPINION. And "Wildman" who also has not used the kit but has purchased it is most likely defending it cuz he doesn't want to second guess his decision to drop some $4K+ on the kit when for a little more than 1/2 that price he could have got a Phamspeed turbo kit with FMIC - a kit that will probably work a lot better and produce superior results.

 

Maybe mabye not. There are drawbacks to the phamspeed kit too.

I probably would have found a way around them and bought the Phamspeed instead of my STS if it had been out at the time but it wasn't.

Quite happy with my STS though thus far.

Probably because I am not a track guy. All I want is an extremely quick street car and that's what I have. I can only imagine when I crank up the boost a bit. The way the power is delivered, this kit at 5.5psi "feels" every bit as strong as my procharger did at 10psi.

 

Had mine for a few months and had a few problems, but love it now and runs real strong.

 

I have had my sts system for 6 months with no problems I love it .people cant belive the stock manners it has driving around town and then when i boost it they s@$t their pants.Ive had a procharged car and I had many more problems with that.The bottem line is as long as it make horsepower and makes your car go faster who cares where it is or what it looks like.

 

Had some problems with the STS kit as well, took some tweaking, tuning and rebuilding an engine to fix it all.

Got it working and got some BIG plans for it! 15lbs and some 13s in a 5500lb SUV...

 

no problems here, cept it's a bit laggy for me when cold, going to try a blanket and see if it helps. although to be honest the lag keeps the tires from going up in smoke so I may leave it alone.

overall...... diggin it so far.

having people's heads whip around when they hear it whistle down the street and realize it's turbocharged is priceless

 

Anyone make over 700rwhp with these kits? If so how much boost and motor details please? Why is it these kits dont seem to make that much power? Does the rear mount have anything to do with it maybe? I also see most people with the STS kit are only pushing around 4-8lbs...which is most likely due to the stock bottom end and low rwhp?

 

I know one car that made over 700 at 14psi

 

thats pretty good
what size motor?

 

We estimate my truck was making well over 500rwhp to run the MPH it did at 14.5psi. That doesn't take into account frontal area and cd or the fact I ran the time in 4wd and a slipping trans. LOL

Not bad for a 5.3L with a cam and stock 6.0L heads.

 

346..226/220 cam and 6.0l 72cc heads

 

Is your bottom end stock or have you upgraded it? Im only running 10 psi on mine right now.