S91 vs. GT55-91
Originally Posted by 509TURBOFIREHAWK
Dr T, what backing plate are you guys using on the S95, is it the steel on like the Garrett's or can you put an aluminum on there to save a little weight?
Also an S95 will make 200-300hp more then a GT55.
Originally Posted by DrTurbo
Same basic weight of a thumper. Most are about 70lbs or so.
Originally Posted by DrTurbo
With a turbo that big, yes you will need some RPM's to get things efficient.
Originally Posted by V6 Bird
I dont want a 400 CI motor. So with out too much RPM what CI would be ideal 7500 - 8000 rpm is all i want to spin and still be able to drive it on the street every once and awhile.
You could do it with a well built 391.. I'd say.. atleast I'm thinking about trying it with one
Originally Posted by V6 Bird
I dont want a 400 CI motor. So with out too much RPM what CI would be ideal 7500 - 8000 rpm is all i want to spin and still be able to drive it on the street every once and awhile.
A very good high flowing 370-380ci engine would work well. The heads will be the key. With an efficient enough head you will be able to move more air at a lower RPM.
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Originally Posted by FormulaFire
You could do it with a well built 391.. I'd say.. atleast I'm thinking about trying it with one
So im still likeing the 370ci basement.
The GT55's are not going to hold up under extended abuse. The bearing structure on them is a little small for the size. That is why you see some of the DR cars not running them anymore. Pedaling it will kill the thrust.
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Dr T, is there anything to the new bearing systems that Innovative has, there the Super Duplex and F2, Just curious as to what they are and how they compair to whats allready out there? I havent seen any info about them. Im not a big fan of the Innovative stuff, but it is interesting.
Originally Posted by DrTurbo
The GT55's are not going to hold up under extended abuse. The bearing structure on them is a little small for the size. That is why you see some of the DR cars not running them anymore. Pedaling it will kill the thrust.
Originally Posted by 509TURBOFIREHAWK
Dr T, is there anything to the new bearing systems that Innovative has, there the Super Duplex and F2, Just curious as to what they are and how they compair to whats allready out there? I havent seen any info about them. Im not a big fan of the Innovative stuff, but it is interesting.
Jose knows more about this then I do. Jose and Jason are working with some of the bearing companies to engineer some for the S-series.
Originally Posted by PHIL H
I also see Lynch not running a BOV. Is that hard on them also? What turbo do you offer with similar power levels and spooling capibillity?
Running without BOV's is not a good idea, but since they are automatic cars they will live longer. Most guys run BOV's though, but they are hidden or on the inside of the car on the intercooler itself, which I think is where Lynch has his mounted.
Originally Posted by DrTurbo
He's running alky now
Running without BOV's is not a good idea, but since they are automatic cars they will live longer. Most guys run BOV's though, but they are hidden or on the inside of the car on the intercooler itself, which I think is where Lynch has his mounted.
Running without BOV's is not a good idea, but since they are automatic cars they will live longer. Most guys run BOV's though, but they are hidden or on the inside of the car on the intercooler itself, which I think is where Lynch has his mounted.
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I think in that picture, those are GT47's. Dont the GT47's have six blades, and the GT55's have 7 blades on the compressor wheel?
I wouldnt want to run any of the Innovative stuff, I was just curious about those bearing systems, as if you read on there site, you would think it the best thing since sliced bread.
I tell ya what as soon as I get these two Y2K's ive got for sale gone, Im going to ride over to you guys and pick me up a pair of those S95's as soon as I can.
I wouldnt want to run any of the Innovative stuff, I was just curious about those bearing systems, as if you read on there site, you would think it the best thing since sliced bread.
I tell ya what as soon as I get these two Y2K's ive got for sale gone, Im going to ride over to you guys and pick me up a pair of those S95's as soon as I can.
Originally Posted by 509TURBOFIREHAWK
I think in that picture, those are GT47's. Dont the GT47's have six blades, and the GT55's have 7 blades on the compressor wheel?
I wouldnt want to run any of the Innovative stuff, I was just curious about those bearing systems, as if you read on there site, you would think it the best thing since sliced bread.
I tell ya what as soon as I get these two Y2K's ive got for sale gone, Im going to ride over to you guys and pick me up a pair of those S95's as soon as I can.
I wouldnt want to run any of the Innovative stuff, I was just curious about those bearing systems, as if you read on there site, you would think it the best thing since sliced bread.
I tell ya what as soon as I get these two Y2K's ive got for sale gone, Im going to ride over to you guys and pick me up a pair of those S95's as soon as I can.
Left to right..... GT55, GT47, S95