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Old Mar 13, 2005 | 02:58 AM
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I will be coming into some cash in the next 1-2 months, and have decided to 'invest' it in my Z. I intend to install a Phamspeed turbo and intercooler kit, and will be retaining the factory (<50k) long block. Ported 6.0 heads and forged pistons will likely come about in the next few years, although I will likely not increase displacement. I would like recommendations to make the most power I can out of this combo, but remember that this is my daily driver, and I fully intend to run pump gas. I need help in selecting the proper cam and converter to maximize efficiency form the GT42 that comes with the kit, and any other toys you guys can recommend (fuel, ignition, etc). Also, how would I go about getting it tuned after I get it installed? I live in central IA, and don't know of any place around here capable of such a task. I know that Speed Inc. is in Il, would they be able in helping me get a CONSERVATIVE tune? Sorry for the long post, and thanks in advance for the help.
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um do you have an ls1? if so its a short block...just wanted to let ya know...that might screw up some measurements or something if your tellin people its a long block.


edit: and yes speed inc rocks at tuning. jim has dynoed my car before and when i order a turbo kit (i plan on phamspeed in the near future as well) jim will be doing my tuning.
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Long block=block and heads.
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um do you have an ls1? if so its a short block...just wanted to let ya know...that might screw up some measurements or something if your tellin people its a long block.


TTT for you man
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Old Mar 13, 2005 | 02:19 PM
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+Methanol should help the stock pistons live.
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Any ideas on cam and converter selection?
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um do you have an ls1? if so its a short block...just wanted to let ya know...that might screw up some measurements or something if your tellin people its a long block.

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So, can anybody actually offer any advise on cam and converter selection?
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ok you ppl are tards he said he hell get 6.0 heads in a year or 2. pay attention to whats written. anyways, ive read around here that the gt42 will be at full boost around 3k so go off that. for cam seletion look through the faq section.
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