Old Aug 29, 2006 | 12:50 AM
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Originally Posted by DaGip
it would be jus easier to buy the kit and then spend an extra $1000 on the bottom end.
Its all good...

As for the turbo... What kit were you looking at? I can try and guide you in the right direction based on that. If your looking to make over 300 WHP, you deffinately want to start with forged internals.

Unless you know somebody, its going to cost you around 800 to get your block sleeved. Eagle Hbeam's & Wiseco Pistons cost me $740. Bearing set was $85, and ARP head studs were another $100. Then you still gotta figure Gaskets, and other "suprises" that might come into play. This would also be a good time to upgrade your Intake Manifold & Clutch to help compliment your boost plans. This easily eats up 2k assuming you didnt have any major issues. Then you'd have $1000 left torwards your turbo setup. If i were you, I deffinately wouldn't skimp on the motor or you'll be pissed when something goes wrong & your without a car.

Or you could stay within your budget.. Lower your HP goal, do a compression & leakdown check and if all goes well -- boost your car, tune it and make around 250 whp.
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