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Old Dec 9, 2004 | 11:29 PM
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I've been toying with the idea of building a turbo system for my truck. Ive looked at some of the companies designs, and I must say im not impressed. I dont thinkbuilding the system will be difficult. I think choosing the proper size turbo/type will be most difficult. Im looking to make the most efficient amount hp/tq throughout the whole entire rpm range. I plan on using an intercooler so I will compensate some pressure loss. I also want to avoid as much turbo lag as possible. I have a 6.0ho motor in my 03 Silverado SS which does have high compression. What turbo should I use/ how much boost should it push to make the most efficient power throughout the whole rpm range? Mind you I will be running 93 octane all the time. Thanks for your help.
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This will help you with your selection process....


http://forcedinductions.com/help.htm

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choosing the turbo is the easy part. getting it to fit is the hard part

well start out with your power goals.
with the 6.0 i think a PT76 GTS would do well, not much lag and enough power to last you a long time.
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Originally Posted by smokinHawk
choosing the turbo is the easy part. getting it to fit is the hard part

well start out with your power goals.
with the 6.0 i think a PT76 GTS would do well, not much lag and enough power to last you a long time.
There are different AR ratings for the garrett t 76. how would i know which one to choose?
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Originally Posted by JZ 97 SS 1500
This will help you with your selection process....


http://forcedinductions.com/help.htm

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Awesome site. It explains alot. Thanks bro.
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the precision unit has a good price on it, unless you want a ball bearing, not sure if you can get it with that, but id do something around a .96 AR
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Whwer can I pick up a t-76 and a BOV for the least amount of $$$$$$?
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Originally Posted by Maxmumboom
Whwer can I pick up a t-76 and a BOV for the least amount of $$$$$$?
check out the precision turbos at www.forcedinductions.com
also check out there other junk the got good prices
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