Is it wrong to think about V8/TT swap?
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Syborg Twin Turbo
Syborg Twin Turbo
Re: Is it wrong to think about V8/TT swap?
No Brainer - do a v8
No Brainer - do a v8
rodent said:articles:
http://www.chevyhiperformance.com/techarticles/148_0401_imp/
http://chevyhiperformance.com/techarticles/148_0306_406/
Now imagine that same engine with a tad lower CR with a pair of these $350 SSA manifolds and correctly sized turbos and WG's:
I would think 700whp wouldn't a problem with that setup. Basically a Chris Chow Sy/Ty! I don't know... Just seams an easier way to make more power. I realize you're taking away the Sy/Ty's original V6 platform but I don't see an issue as long as you keep the parts and still can convert it back if you ever want to sell it. Thoughts? Comments?
jamnut
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Re: Is it wrong to think about V8/TT swap?
There are plenty of 800 - 1000 RWHP Stock type headed LSx's running around. You don't really need much boost to get big hp numbers out of an LS motor if it's built right. I ran a 250 shot for a very long time on a stock LS1 motor without ever lifting a head & I'm sure that my cylinder pressures were way up there. As far as parts costs, you can find LS2 heads which are the same exact heads as the LS6's for around $350 / pair. There are also more & more LSx S-10's running around everyday. Look around in the Hybrids forum on LS1Tech.com, there are a few people making all the swap parts you need to do the swap if you look around. Also AFR heads aren't the only show in town these days for LSx's. There are stock bottom LSx's doing over 500 rwhp with the new Trick flow heads, ETP makes a great set of heads also. All of the big guns are beginning to make LSx heads.
rodent said:
There are plenty of 800 - 1000 RWHP Stock type headed LSx's running around. You don't really need much boost to get big hp numbers out of an LS motor if it's built right. I ran a 250 shot for a very long time on a stock LS1 motor without ever lifting a head & I'm sure that my cylinder pressures were way up there. As far as parts costs, you can find LS2 heads which are the same exact heads as the LS6's for around $350 / pair. There are also more & more LSx S-10's running around everyday. Look around in the Hybrids forum on LS1Tech.com, there are a few people making all the swap parts you need to do the swap if you look around. Also AFR heads aren't the only show in town these days for LSx's. There are stock bottom LSx's doing over 500 rwhp with the new Trick flow heads, ETP makes a great set of heads also. All of the big guns are beginning to make LSx heads.
dgoodhue
BuSTeD 4.3
Re: Is it wrong to think about V8/TT swap?
A long time ago I have heard some mention to me 'they work but so doesn't the stock parts.' At least with their cheap parts, I also heard from an engine builder they need quite a bit of work to get them to balanced. I thinks its one of those you get what you pay for...
rodent said:
A long time ago I have heard some mention to me 'they work but so doesn't the stock parts.' At least with their cheap parts, I also heard from an engine builder they need quite a bit of work to get them to balanced. I thinks its one of those you get what you pay for...
Syborg Twin Turbo
Syborg Twin Turbo
Re: Is it wrong to think about V8/TT swap?
I've looked at the tt exhaust manifolds from Banks and I think Precision even sells a similar looking set. When we mocked up a v8 tt in my truck it looked like it would fit with no problems. One of the benifits of this style maniolds is they aren't prone to cracking on the street.
Just something else to consider.
gkrcr882 said:
I've looked at the tt exhaust manifolds from Banks and I think Precision even sells a similar looking set. When we mocked up a v8 tt in my truck it looked like it would fit with no problems. One of the benifits of this style maniolds is they aren't prone to cracking on the street.
Just something else to consider.