Turbo gentlmen

[tiddlar]

What are your opinions on this? I'd rather have a dart block Callie's crank and better efi. Seems affordable, more than nre and Steve Morris. My truck will be street only backed by a t56 magnum. From what I see I'd just have to get the turbos headers and Intercooler. Anyone know any turbo builders ?

[Heavymetl]

How much power are you wanting to make? What fuel are you going to run?

That's one heck of an overkill engine for a turbo build in a street vehicle.

Anyway, those injectors are tiny, 62lb/hr is nothing for a boost setup.

The Accel EFI is a bit basic.

The ad says "up to 1000hp". Heck, for that amount of power just go get a junkyard Gen IV LS and be done with it. Spend your money then on engine management and fuel delivery.

[tiddlar]

Originally Posted by Heavymetl

How much power are you wanting to make? What fuel are you going to run?

That's one heck of an overkill engine for a turbo build in a street vehicle.

Anyway, those injectors are tiny, 62lb/hr is nothing for a boost setup.

The Accel EFI is a bit basic.

The ad says "up to 1000hp". Heck, for that amount of power just go get a junkyard Gen IV LS and be done with it. Spend your money then on engine management and fuel delivery.

There is no such thing as overkill. 17995 dart block billet caps sportsman xfi, is what he just quoted just need turbos waste-gates inter cooler.. I'm hoping for 700 wheel hp, but with the availability of more
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[Heavymetl]

I'll let the other folks chime in. But that's flat out a rip-off in this day and age.

Seriously, there are thousands of junkyard turbo LS builds making 700rwhp and living for years. The LS platform is superior for boost in my opinion. I'm sure thats a great engine, but for nearly 18k that's just an absurd way to go about a turbo build. Even if for some reason you're opposed to using a junkyard engine, there are plenty of builders out there who can do an LS long block much more cost effectively.

[tiddlar]

Originally Posted by Heavymetl

I'll let the other folks chime in. But that's flat out a rip-off in this day and age.

Seriously, there are thousands of junkyard turbo LS builds making 700rwhp and living for years. The LS platform is superior for boost in my opinion. I'm sure thats a great engine, but for nearly 18k that's just an absurd way to go about a turbo build. Even if for some reason you're opposed to using a junkyard engine, there are plenty of builders out there who can do an LS long block much more cost effectively.

Definitely don't want to do junkyard ... I do appreciate the input, gonna have to research some more .
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[mongocanfly]

I remember reading in your build and seeing the pic mocked up with the smallblock and remember you saying turbo as well..I'm not gonna knock anybodys engine combo choice but I remember wondering to myself why you wernt going LS with a nice of a build as youve got going....if your wanting 700hp I have to agree with the above about using a ls/turbo combo..much cheaper to get there with LS and doesnt have to be junkyard..but that's just me..

[tinydb84]

Any reason you are going with a sbc vs an LS? More wondering than anything. I plan on doing a turbo build on my LS swap eventually.

[Super73]

Heck I have most the parts room put together a 400" boost ready ls long block. Was going to sell for $7k. Perhaps I should raise the price....

[tiddlar]

And I value all you guys Input thank you
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[mongocanfly]

Yeah that's the bad part..that you had it smallblock mocked..you could still go ls..it would be fine with the t56..I don't know how far along you got with your frame fab but if it was me I would remove all the mounts and redo them to fit a LS/t56 rather than adapt it to fit..so that would mean some more fab work..but it would still probably be cheaper than doing the smallblock the way you were headed..with the bonus of a more modern engine and some decent gas mileage..I know what you mean though. I looked for a cheap LS block for mockup and can't find one.. but mine will be LS and I'm heavily considering turbos..but under the hood turbos will be a tight fit so I'm thinking about mounting them in the bed..nebs has a good looking setup with his bed mounted turbo on about page 11 of his build.http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=380212

[tiddlar]

Originally Posted by mongocanfly

Yeah that's the bad part..that you had it smallblock mocked..you could still go ls..it would be fine with the t56..I don't know how far along you got with your frame fab but if it was me I would remove all the mounts and redo them to fit a LS/t56 rather than adapt it to fit..so that would mean some more fab work..but it would still probably be cheaper than doing the smallblock the way you were headed..with the bonus of a more modern engine and some decent gas mileage..I know what you mean though. I looked for a LS block for mockup and can't find one.. but mine will be LS and I'm heavily considering turbos..

Sh*t
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[urmyboyblue]

The package you have in the first post seems more than enough to do 700HP at the rear wheel. But it does seem overpriced IMO, but it does have a lot of good parts in it. If you are going to make over around 750 HP with a small block, an aftermarket block is a must. As is forged internals and good heads. If you have compared this to Steve Morris and NRE, you have looked at some of the better builders. If you want something less expensive, look to see if Blueprint Engines has something you could work with.

As for LS engines- yes, a junk yard LS engine CAN make 1000 HP- a few times on a dyno but not for long as it will dissassemble itself quickly. I have seen a lot of "1000 HP" LS's that can't run 12's in a 3000# car.

If you want a fun streetable ride, you really want torque, not HP. I know people don't brag on torque (unless its a diesel), but it is really what you want. If I had $12000 to spend on an engine ( you must have closer to $20K to consider a $17K engine that you will have to add turbos to), I would go with a Blueprint engines 632. 815 HP, 800ft-lbs of torque, pump gas friendly. No turbos required. AND a 30 month 50000 mile warranty! Try to beat that with a junk yard LS!

http://www.blueprintengines.com/inde...ssed-ps6320ctc

[tiddlar]

Originally Posted by urmyboyblue

The package you have in the first post seems more than enough to do 700HP at the rear wheel. But it does seem overpriced IMO, but it does have a lot of good parts in it. If you are going to make over around 750 HP with a small block, an aftermarket block is a must. As is forged internals and good heads. If you have compared this to Steve Morris and NRE, you have looked at some of the better builders. If you want something less expensive, look to see if Blueprint Engines has something you could work with.

As for LS engines- yes, a junk yard LS engine CAN make 1000 HP- a few times on a dyno but not for long as it will dissassemble itself quickly. I have seen a lot of "1000 HP" LS's that can't run 12's in a 3000# car.

If you want a fun streetable ride, you really want torque, not HP. I know people don't brag on torque (unless its a diesel), but it is really what you want. If I had $12000 to spend on an engine ( you must have closer to $20K to consider a $17K engine that you will have to add turbos to), I would go with a Blueprint engines 632. 815 HP, 800ft-lbs of torque, pump gas friendly. No turbos required. AND a 30 month 50000 mile warranty! Try to beat that with a junk yard LS!

http://www.blueprintengines.com/inde...ssed-ps6320ctc

I've looked into Ls. The lsx 376, 7500, get a btr stage 3 turbo cam spring upgrade and good to go.read an article where they did this and at 14.6 lbs made 1000hp. It's also reliable. Pretty much any amount of hp/tq, won't get me anywhere, Mickey thompsons s/r don't stick. This is pretty much a show truck. I always prepare, you never know in the future I might have to sell.
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[urmyboyblue]

Thinking thru the turbo idea from a financial stand point with an LSX 376:

LSX376 B8 from Jegs, $5600
cam kit with springs: $700 not including labor to install
turbos (Precision): $2300
fab inlet side: $1500 estimated
EFI: $2000 - this is an under estimation- a Holley Dominator EFI and harness is about this price without the sensors
Intercooler: $750
Headers: $1500- better go stainless if you want it to live, will require custom plumbing
Intake for an LSX: $600
Injectors: $300+
This doesn't include throttle body, ignition, blow off valve, waste gates and controller and dressing out the LSX with the accessories. Total price so far: $15250. This idea will probably set you back around $20K+.

Granted there are several ways you can achieve most any power level you want. If you want turbos then go turbos. They sure look good when the install is done nice and can generate some great power. Plus they are more adjustable than any other power adder. The down side is the excess heat generated requires more radiator and the hot side cracks over time. It just seems like a lot of work and money for something you just want to putt around in and look at and not use to its potential.

[tiddlar]

Originally Posted by urmyboyblue

Thinking thru the turbo idea from a financial stand point with an LSX 376:

LSX376 B8 from Jegs, $5600
cam kit with springs: $700 not including labor to install
turbos (Precision): $2300
fab inlet side: $1500 estimated
EFI: $2000 - this is an under estimation- a Holley Dominator EFI and harness is about this price without the sensors
Intercooler: $750
Headers: $1500- better go stainless if you want it to live, will require custom plumbing
Intake for an LSX: $600
Injectors: $300+
This doesn't include throttle body, ignition, blow off valve, waste gates and controller and dressing out the LSX with the accessories. Total price so far: $15250. This idea will probably set you back around $20K+.

Granted there are several ways you can achieve most any power level you want. If you want turbos then go turbos. They sure look good when the install is done nice and can generate some great power. Plus they are more adjustable than any other power adder. The down side is the excess heat generated requires more radiator and the hot side cracks over time. It just seems like a lot of work and money for something you just want to putt around in and look at and not use to its potential.

I cant count how many times of done a price list like this.. id got with the b15 though. This is my high school dream im going big. You pop a hood now a days and you don't see a supercharger or turbos its meh. Ive always wanted a 6spd and turbos in my high school truck. ill spend the extra dough. still looking everywhere lingenfelter golen engines has caught my attention with their short blocks.

[Super73]

Originally Posted by urmyboyblue

Plus they are more adjustable than any other power adder.

Hmmm... I can go from 520rwhp to 620rwhp to 690rwhp to 810rwhp to 900rwhp in a matter of minutes with my N20 set up.. I'd call that easy to adjust..

[shortbed70]

Originally Posted by Super73

Hmmm... I can go from 520rwhp to 620rwhp to 690rwhp to 810rwhp to 900rwhp in a matter of minutes with my N20 set up.. I'd call that easy to adjust..

Lol that's a good one.... I want to get something to hold togather for your first number...

[Super73]

Originally Posted by shortbed70

Lol that's a good one.... I want to get something to hold togather for your first number...

It's not too hard to build a solid trouble free 400" ls motor that will make 500rwhp. I recently did a stock bottom end 5.7 with small 228/236 cam that made 462rwhp @ 5,800rpm with 440ftls of Tq. It just takes a well thought out combo.

[moggey01]

Originally Posted by Super73

Hmmm... I can go from 520rwhp to 620rwhp to 690rwhp to 810rwhp to 900rwhp in a matter of minutes with my N20 set up.. I'd call that easy to adjust..

Cheaper also.

[tiddlar]

Gm LS9 aluminum block, Callies magnum crank, "billet steel Oliver rods" je forged Pistons. The heads seem a bit pricey to me... They are gym but they port them .. Titanium valves. 417 motor sports makes a killer 2000hp intake/intercooler. He has 350 units out with no complaints of heat soak. I'd go with a btr stage 3 turbo cam. This set up is around 17500

[tinydb84]

What about an old style roots blower on a modern LS? This thread has me looking at stuff I cant afford so I'll just post pics of cool stuff I ran across...

[urmyboyblue]

Look at the 2 latest Hot Rod Garage on YouTube for them installing two different blown LS's. They do look good.

[tinydb84]

Lingenfelter is nice but they usually are a bit higher priced for what you get.

TMS has a really good reputation and is probably a better bang for your buck:
http://www.thompsonmotorsports.net/p...roducts_id=240

[tiddlar]

Originally Posted by tinydb84

Lingenfelter is nice but they usually are a bit higher priced for what you get.

TMS has a really good reputation and is probably a better bang for your buck:
http://www.thompsonmotorsports.net/p...roducts_id=240

I see I see, gonna have to call and see what they can come up with regarding an ls9. that boostzilla stage 3 looks promising....

[tiddlar]

Originally Posted by tinydb84

Lingenfelter is nice but they usually are a bit higher priced for what you get.

TMS has a really good reputation and is probably a better bang for your buck:
http://www.thompsonmotorsports.net/p...roducts_id=240

wonder how their tms crank compares to callied magnum though....