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Old 04-04-2005, 05:01 PM
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I am wanting to build a custom turbo kit for my truck. I have no previous experience with turbos, so I am in need of a lot of advice. I know I will need a turbo, blowoff valve, and wastegate. What other parts will be needed, and what flowrate should I build my system for. I know I can find some powerstrok diesel turbos cheap, but would this work for my 4.8L. Please lead me in the right direction!
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Dude, i dont have any info for you, but i bet someone is gonna tell you to do a search. I do have one bit of info for you though
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If you have no experience with turbos what so ever, why would you wanna do a custom system, which would require a lot of knowledge and a ton of fabrication ?????
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If you have experience fabing parts go for it. If not, you may want to consider a kit. Try asking the same question in the forced induction section. You should get a better response.
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Originally Posted by SuperSporttruck
If you have no experience with turbos what so ever, why would you wanna do a custom system, which would require a lot of knowledge and a ton of fabrication ?????
how else are you supposed to learn about something? I had no experience modding engines when I got my truck, and now I do.
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Originally Posted by cary00silve
how else are you supposed to learn about something? I had no experience modding engines when I got my truck, and now I do.
You have the right additude. You need to talk to parish8. He has plenty of experience in turbos. Do a search on him, you'll fine plenty of info.
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I would suggest hitting up the FI section first. Soak up all you can and then plan it out.
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go get corky bell's book, maximum boost.
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