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Old May 17, 2005 | 11:19 AM
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(Non Sponsor) turbo street kit is a good option for 450 to 600 rwhp depending on options. You can get a brand new kit for I think $4500 with the intercooler.

I have one with the T-76 and at 10psi I am making 500rw through an A4 on a Mustang dyno with a safe tune. After I upgrade to a bigger FMIC and add some fuel I might be able to get close to 600 with more boost and timing. PM me if you want more info.
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Old Jun 27, 2005 | 10:30 PM
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I have been looking on eBay lately at the turbos some of the people have for sale, but I have no idea which ones to look for and which ones to stay away from. I am wanting to make a 500rwhp 2000 SS Camaro on turbo. What turbo should I try to obtain? I see the Garrett name a lot. Size of turbo would also help. Thanks.
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Old Jun 28, 2005 | 10:12 AM
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EVERYONE who doesnt know about turbos should
A) read all the stickies in this section
B) get a book or 2 just to become more familiar with FI
C) call or pm Jose at Forced Inductions for help on reaching your goals with your setup.
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Old Jun 28, 2005 | 11:09 AM
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Buy "Maximum Boost" by Corky Bell - it's an excellent book and will give you a great overview of performance turbocharger setups on gas engines... if you're really considering going forced induction, JUST BUY THE BOOK. It'll be the best $20 you spend on your setup.

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I have been looking on eBay lately at the turbos some of the people have for sale, but I have no idea which ones to look for and which ones to stay away from. I am wanting to make a 500rwhp 2000 SS Camaro on turbo. What turbo should I try to obtain? I see the Garrett name a lot. Size of turbo would also help. Thanks.
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Old Jun 28, 2005 | 12:10 PM
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Originally Posted by FastKat
Buy "Maximum Boost" by Corky Bell - it's an excellent book and will give you a great overview of performance turbocharger setups on gas engines... if you're really considering going forced induction, JUST BUY THE BOOK. It'll be the best $20 you spend on your setup.
thats what i got!there are a few mistakes in there but its still good.
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Correct me if I'm wrong... "Cheapest Forced Induction." Isn't that phrase an oxymoron?
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... Like "smart **** star."
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Old Jun 28, 2005 | 01:33 PM
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remember this , you get what you pay for.

if you are looking for the cheapest power adder just go nitrous.
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