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*CamaroSpike23* · 01-09-2009, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

There's no "official" story...but apparently, they attempted a twin turbo setup, and the engine bay was just too cramped -and hot -- resulting in the car catching fire.

that was god's way of saying it needed a supercharger.

Xanthos · 01-09-2009, 12:35 PM

I can see it now...

"Well, it was producing roughly the heat output of a small star..."
- Xanthos

P.S. - Right now, if I do end up going forced induction, it'll either be an STS turbo kit or a Vortech kit. I don't really trust the D3 kit. Let the car dealer sell cars.

BowtieGuy · 01-10-2009, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by XanthosV6

I can see it now...

"Well, it was producing roughly the heat output of a small star..."
- Xanthos

P.S. - Right now, if I do end up going forced induction, it'll either be an STS turbo kit or a Vortech kit. I don't really trust the D3 kit. Let the car dealer sell cars.

Bleh. Externally mounted turbos and centrifugal superchargers. Fail

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-11-2009, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by BowtieGuy

Bleh. Externally mounted turbos

Remotely mounted...unless you shove the turbo down the manifold, they're all technically external.

And those little guys put out some impressive numbers. It's just...different.

Xanthos · 01-11-2009, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by BowtieGuy

Bleh. Externally mounted turbos and centrifugal superchargers. Fail

Meh. I'll be staying N/A anyway - but if Magnuson (or any other manifold type blower, for that matter) made a supercharger for the new V6, I'd definitely buy it. Not going to happen though, unfortunately.
- Xanthos

P.S. - And because its not going to happen, I'd be going STS if I do end up doing F.I.

BowtieGuy · 01-11-2009, 12:10 AM

Semantics. Technically they are external of the engine bay area. They have made big power, but they aren't very streetable (IMO) because of all the things that can go wrong with that mounting location.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-11-2009, 12:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BowtieGuy

Semantics. Technically they are external of the engine bay area.

I know, I'm just rippin' on ya.

Quote:

Originally Posted by BowtieGuy

They have made big power, but they aren't very streetable (IMO) because of all the things that can go wrong with that mounting location.

Curious...like what?

Xanthos · 01-11-2009, 12:14 AM

Once again - I agree that we're arguing semantics.

Plus, there really isn't anything that could convince me to go F.I. unless it was able to guarantee that I wouldn't have to modify my current intake/exhaust plans. As it stands, once cams are out (I think more lift would REALLY wake this engine up and give it a ton more torque) I think 400 or even 425-450 flywheel horses will be easily attainable on this engine with no boost. And keeping it emissions legal at that.
- Xanthos

*CamaroSpike23* · 01-11-2009, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

Remotely mounted...unless you shove the turbo down the manifold, they're all technically external.

And those little guys put out some impressive numbers. It's just...different.

like this?

Quote:

Originally Posted by BowtieGuy

Semantics. Technically they are external of the engine bay area. They have made big power, but they aren't very streetable (IMO) because of all the things that can go wrong with that mounting location.

thats normally only true on custom setups. most people who will be going f/i will be going with aftermarket kits designed specifically for this motor. then again, with a remote mount turbo, you can pick whatever size you want.

zebra · 01-11-2009, 05:25 PM

^^ as impressive as that engine is supposed to be, all i can say is 'thank God i ain't gotta work on it!'

*CamaroSpike23* · 01-11-2009, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by zebra

^^ as impressive as that engine is supposed to be, all i can say is 'thank God i ain't gotta work on it!'

I would love to play with one.

BowtieGuy · 01-11-2009, 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

I know, I'm just rippin' on ya.

Curious...like what?

Street trash (paper, rocks, dirt) getting trapped around the turbo, maybe getting jammed in the impeller, driving through a puddle of water that splashes on the housing (cool water+super heated metal=no bueno), going over a bump or steepish incline (especially if you lower the vehicle which is common) and tearing off an oil line or hose, vandalism/thievery etc. There's just too many variables you expose it to when its just sitting under the car.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CamaroSpike23

thats normally only true on custom setups. most people who will be going f/i will be going with aftermarket kits designed specifically for this motor. then again, with a remote mount turbo, you can pick whatever size you want.

Since we were talking about STS turbos, that is a fully custom setup. A true kit for the car I wouldn't be too concerned with.

BowtieGuy · 01-11-2009, 06:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zebra

^^ as impressive as that engine is supposed to be, all i can say is 'thank God i ain't gotta work on it!'

Yeah well I don't have a choice in the matter, ass.

I kid, I kid.

Riderover40 · 05-15-2009, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by headpunter

so they wont if you wait till after the Warranty goes off? waiting to do something because your counting on it breaking your engine doesnt make sense. Either Way you are without a warranty.

I say break da mudder in den pud in a SC or twin turbos !!

01-09-2009, 12:35 PM	#58
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BowtieGuy Enlightened Drives: Nothing Currently Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,285	Semantics. Technically they are external of the engine bay area. They have made big power, but they aren't very streetable (IMO) because of all the things that can go wrong with that mounting location. __________________ If you believe it is your right to speak freely no matter the content, relevance, or intelligence of statement, then it is my duty to the powers that be to set you straight. People have to talk about something just to keep their voice boxes in working order. So they'll have good voice boxes in case there's ever anything really meaningful to say. Kurt Vonnegut

01-11-2009, 12:14 AM	#64
Xanthos PWA Relapse Drives: Formerly-Stick Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 12,588 View My Garage	Once again - I agree that we're arguing semantics. Plus, there really isn't anything that could convince me to go F.I. unless it was able to guarantee that I wouldn't have to modify my current intake/exhaust plans. As it stands, once cams are out (I think more lift would REALLY wake this engine up and give it a ton more torque) I think 400 or even 425-450 flywheel horses will be easily attainable on this engine with no boost. And keeping it emissions legal at that. - Xanthos __________________ 2017 1LT/RS A8 Hyper Blue Metallic

01-11-2009, 05:25 PM	#66
zebra just can't seem to leave Drives: your mom wild!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: cold & windy Posts: 10,625 View My Garage	^^ as impressive as that engine is supposed to be, all i can say is 'thank God i ain't gotta work on it!' __________________ Eve ('00 FRC): hot-air intake Rowan ('09 H3): 5spd mom-mobile Penny ('99 Sierra): 5.3 / HD 5spd... gone but not forgotten Samson ('18 HD): compounded 408

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