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not the best engine to start with... 700 88

posted by  someone claiming to be JohnB on  Tue Nov 21 02:57 CST 2000 [RELATED]

for high boost apps. I think you'll find the #1 conrod will shatter first, and quickly.

Note that the twin turbo 960 on prev post was rebuilt with lower compression pistons!! 380hp out of 3liters is reasonable, and the job looks pretty well done.

But I bet he spent a LOT more on that twin turbo setup including the engine rebuild than a 5.7 or 6.0 L (or a 400hp 5.0L Ford V8) would cost.

Also, don't forget the rear axle will spin the right wheel like crazy w/o a locker on it. Figure $400 or so for a powertrax locking diff...supposedly they can be installed w/o pulling the ring gear. Summit racing or JEGS, get one for a DANA 30 series diff.





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