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127822, trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by kcbcr27, Sep-21-09 08:07 PM
i just installed a stage 2 turbo kit with a 60 trim turbo and i just realize that it doesn't make no sense to have a big turbo and to been able to use its real power. so i am planing on upgrade my engine internals. i want to used the best in the market and that way get at least 450 whp and 650whp out of these engine. i need some help because I need a list of all parts that i will need to achieved this. that way i will now how much i will spend on it.
127825, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by 420agreenvilleSC, Sep-21-09 09:26 PM
127826, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by CODE4, Sep-21-09 09:33 PM
:p
127829, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by Ebster1085, Sep-22-09 05:42 AM
Nice Mikey!
127831, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by kcbcr27, Sep-22-09 06:02 AM
thank for the help guys but i am looking for like a list of inernal parts and the best compresion ratio to make that 420a hold more than 19psi and make more than 450 whp.
127832, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by Ebster1085, Sep-22-09 09:17 AM
JE 8.8:1 pistons and Eagle rods..

There are a variety of setups you can do. You need to search the forum more before making a post like this.
127843, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by bullettdsm, Sep-22-09 11:31 AM
Originally posted by Ebster1085
JE 8.8:1 pistons and Eagle rods.. There are a variety of setups you can do. You need to search the forum more before making a post like this.

JE 10.5 and Eagle rods.

Yup there are so many combinations/variations. Gotta do your homework and if you have a more specific question, ask then.

127966, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by Raine883, Sep-28-09 01:03 AM
10.5s would create alot of knock for a high boost car, you want 450hp be prepared to spend 10k
127969, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by barza21, Sep-28-09 03:17 AM
I have around 5k-6k spent on engine and transmission. Should be able to hold up to 550+whp. I could have done it for less if I had looked for better deals, but didnt wanna waste to much time.

Your question is kinda general and has been discussed before, but the like Mark said, there are many combinations possible, 8.8:1,9.6:1,10.5:1. It really depends on what you want and how committed you are to this project...
127976, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by bullettdsm, Sep-28-09 02:06 PM
Originally posted by Raine883
10.5s would create alot of knock for a high boost car, you want 450hp be prepared to spend 10k

Our engines are not that sensitive toward knock (though it is about a good tune). Even at 570whp with 30lbs of boost (on a 10.5 engine), the engine is not knock limited (albeit this is on C-16. But I did the 486whp with 3 gallons of C-16 and 3 gallons of 93. Still not knock limited). There are also a few on here who have run 10.5 comp on their daily (turbo) with no problems.

And no, you shouldn't need to spend that much.

127977, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by Raine883, Sep-28-09 02:26 PM
Ive already spent over 10k in parts, and i know you have these cars aren't cheap to turbo right. I dont think hes looking to spend that much so 10.5s would probably be out of he question for him, I didnt say it wasnt possible but without a good tune you will destroy an engine.
127994, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by nicho919, Sep-29-09 04:21 PM
2 posts in going for broke. :D
127996, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by bullettdsm, Sep-29-09 05:26 PM
Not to nit pick but;

Originally posted by Raine883
Ive already spent over 10k in parts

Spent too much if you are just talking about engine and turbo set-up;
Originally posted by Raine883and i know you have these cars aren't cheap to turbo right? {I put the question mark in there for you, because I'm hoping that is a question}


Guys have turbo'd these for hundreds. Now with the level the OP is talking, you'll spend more (not $9500 more, but more).

Originally posted by Raine883I dont think hes looking to spend that much so 10.5s would probably be out of he question for him,
He's building his bottom end (i.e. built engine). Whether he buys 8.8, 9.6, 10.5, 12.5 the cost for slugs will be the same.


Originally posted by Raine883I didnt say it wasnt possible but without a good tune you will destroy an engine.

This is true of whatever comp you have.



Just saying..........

127997, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by eclipse982nrRST, Sep-29-09 07:28 PM
Originally posted by Raine883
Ive already spent over 10k in parts, and i know you have these cars aren't cheap to turbo right. I dont think hes looking to spend that much so 10.5s would probably be out of he question for him, I didnt say it wasnt possible but without a good tune you will destroy an engine.


Do you have any idea what you are talking about?
128071, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by Raine883, Oct-02-09 11:14 PM
Heres my parts list, im not talking about just a bottom end and a turbo

1 Gauge cluster with gauge pods--X
1 Test Pipe--X
1 Multi-layered head gasket--X
2 Gates radiator hose-X
1 box Total seal piston rings-X
3 box Clevitte 77 engine bearings-X
1 box Weisco - .20 over 8.5.1 comp ratio-X
1 box Eagle Rods-X
1 box Fel-Pro gasket set - block set-X
1 Turbonetics Raptor BOV-X
1 Unorthodox Underdrive pulley-X
1 Greddy Profec type S boost controller-X
1 OBX intake manifold-X
1 Turbonetics t3/t4 turbo-X
1 box Upper Intercooler pipe - 4 pipes-X
1 Turbonetics Wastegate-X
1 OBX Fuel rail-X
1 Treadston front mount intercooler-X
2 EGR block off plates-X
2 AEM cam gears-X
1 box Fel-Pro gasket set - head set-X
1 Gates timing belt-X
1 Triple pod gauge piller-X
1 set Turbo gaskets - inlet, outlet, exhaust manifold-X
1 cd Portfueler tuning software
1 Custom downpipe-X
4 Tein Coilover-X
1 Walboro 255 high output in-tank fuel pump-X
1 60mm Throttle body-X
1 Accel coil pack-X
1-Turbo manifold-X
1-turbonetics T3/T4 turbo-X
1-oil feed lines-X
1 set-intercooler piping-x
1-Centerforce clutch-X
1-Fidanza Flywheel-X
1-Set Crane 16 cams-X
1-Fully ported stage 6 head with oversized valves-X
1-set of 2.4 lash adjusters out of a neon rt-X
1 set of 2.7 rockers out of a neon rt-X
1-Fluidyne aluminum radiator-X
1- set of Flex-a-lite 220 series slim fans-X
1-Zeitronix ZT-2 Wideband w/lcd display-X
1-Megasqirt EMS-X
1- prosport tach
1-OBX Helical LSD-X
4-deka 850cc injectors-X
1-set of autometer phantom gauges/oil press/water temp/boost/fuel level/volt/boost-X
1-solid front motor mount-X

And im not an idiot, i was drunk when i posted, my bad but it happens.
128072, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by bullettdsm, Oct-03-09 02:21 AM
Originally posted by bullettdsm
Spent too much if you are just talking about engine and turbo set-up;


Originally posted by Raine883
im not talking about just a bottom end and a turbo.........i was drunk when i posted, my bad but it happens.

Fair enough.


128096, RE: trying to rebuild a 420a engine that could make over 450whp
Posted by nicho919, Oct-04-09 05:29 AM
Fans are freakin' expensive.