Another N/a Question
01-11-2006, 09:27 AM
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i am looking to just go n/a because i dont want to mess with the turbo right now because of reliability. what kind of HP is obtainable going n/a and spending around 3 grand. and how much of a difference in 1/4mile time with an auto compared to a manual. thanks a lot.
01-11-2006, 09:32 AM
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3 grand is more than enough for a good reliable turbo. A turbo car can be just as reliable as an n/a one.
You're gonna need a lot more than 3 grand to hang with a Mustang GT and it wont be under warranty any more.
You're gonna need a lot more than 3 grand to hang with a Mustang GT and it wont be under warranty any more.
01-11-2006, 09:34 AM
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wheres a good place to get a turbo now, i havent been around here much lately and last time i was here speed factor wasnt reliable anymore, so where is a good place to look? thanks
01-11-2006, 09:36 AM
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Alpine has a good one, but it needs a few upgrades if you want to go really fast. I'd recommend this if you're a car noob and dont want to do any work.
The best way to go is build one yourself. You can do 90% of it yourself. The intercooler piping is the only thing that you need customized.
The best way to go is build one yourself. You can do 90% of it yourself. The intercooler piping is the only thing that you need customized.
01-11-2006, 09:44 AM
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if i get a turbo i will not be installing it, it will be installed by a shop because i have no idea what i am doing. so i will just have to check around and see what i can do. but can you give an idea of what i would need get around 220 hp if i go n/a if that is even possible i am not for sure. thanks a lot
01-11-2006, 09:52 AM
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it will take ALOT to get 220hp and most of it you wouldnt be able to do yourself (high compression pistons, stronger different stroke rods etc...)
01-11-2006, 10:08 AM
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^^^Ummm, no. Several people have had 220whp with STOCK internals. There are a few that have gotten 250-280whp and still climbing.
01-11-2006, 10:25 AM
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<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Phenomenal_Thunder @ Jan 11 2006, 04:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>but can you give an idea of what i would need get around 220 hp if i go n/a if that is even possible i am not for sure. thanks a lot</div>
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