Opinions on motor build.
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I am looking to build an engine for 99 10AE and my thoughts were to buy a very low mile 20-30K JDM 1994-98 1.8 BP, throw in a set of M-tuned or 949 Racing rods and swap over my 1999 head. I can get a complete engine with 5 speed for around $800 shipped to my door. I was thinking 1994-98 for the 9 to 1 compression as well as being $700 cheaper that the 1999-2004 engine.
I have a GT2560 turbo and I am looking at ARTtech log manifold and 3" exhaust, MS2 PNP, 550cc injectors, Ebay bar and plate intercooler. I am hoping to get around 250WHP, is this a achievable goal?
I have a GT2560 turbo and I am looking at ARTtech log manifold and 3" exhaust, MS2 PNP, 550cc injectors, Ebay bar and plate intercooler. I am hoping to get around 250WHP, is this a achievable goal?
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WHP is better than boost, but not as accurate as WTQ when you're trying to describe the strength of the motor. I'd put the ability of the stock motor at ~230wtq if you're looking for longevity.
Jason_C just made 270whp and ~250wtq from a 2560R, a tubular manifold, and a 2560R@15psi, so you'll be right up against the limit of the stock motor. I would add the turbo, keep it at around 220-230whp, and decide whether the cost of building a motor is worth the additional power increase.
Jason_C just made 270whp and ~250wtq from a 2560R, a tubular manifold, and a 2560R@15psi, so you'll be right up against the limit of the stock motor. I would add the turbo, keep it at around 220-230whp, and decide whether the cost of building a motor is worth the additional power increase.
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I dont know what I was thinking when I did the first test, but I forgot to open the the T/B. So I checked it again at operating temps, dry, with the throttle open this time and got these results.
#1 208psi
#2 205psi
#3 205psi
#4 205psi
much better, so I think I will boost the stock engine and give it a good tune.
Thanks for the help guys.
#1 208psi
#2 205psi
#3 205psi
#4 205psi
much better, so I think I will boost the stock engine and give it a good tune.
Thanks for the help guys.
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