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by hierophant73
September 8th, 2004, 10:32 pm
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: Turbo 2.5L...Too much power?
Replies: 27
Views: 1562

Re: Turbo 2.5L...Too much power?

Alright. From the opinions I've gathered, here's my new thought ready for critique. Lets say that i use the KLZE with its stock pistons and the 10:1 compression, which It can handle. Then I boost it to about 8-10psi, with a good intercooler and upgraded fuel rails and injectors. Using this alone, I'...
by hierophant73
September 7th, 2004, 10:44 pm
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: Turbo 2.5L...Too much power?
Replies: 27
Views: 1562

Re: Turbo 2.5L...Too much power?

With The swap alone, I'm expecting about 200hp, as to thats what most of the resources say. I am going to be doing a stage two turbo kit, with all stage 2 components, like intercooler and so on. But I was worried about the compression being too much for the turbo. But I'm thinking if it's tuned prop...
by hierophant73
September 7th, 2004, 4:44 pm
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: Turbo 2.5L...Too much power?
Replies: 27
Views: 1562

Turbo 2.5L...Too much power?

I am in the stage of doing an engine swap for the 2.5L KLZE 30. However, the more research I do, I keep reading one thing....10:1 Compression is too high for a turbo. However, I've read articles of people who have done it, and it seems to work alright. I don't know, has anyone done this yet? Should ...
by hierophant73
August 25th, 2004, 9:28 pm
Forum: V6 Technical/Performance
Topic: KLZE Swap & Turbo
Replies: 6
Views: 101

KLZE Swap & Turbo

I am considering swapping my 1.8L for the 2.5L KLZE-30. Wanted to see if anyone has any advice on this, as to i have no clue on any of it. Also, Do you know where i can get this engine from at a good price? Lastly, whats the opinion on dropping a turbo into this baby?

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