Turbo Kits???
#21
Originally Posted by Sierra1320
Thank You Guys for all the great info!!! I know of course that I want to go with a turbo and I'm trying to learn about them to the best of my ability. I've looked at my driving style and my need and it seems like the front mount would be the best way to go cause of weather and the where it is located where it can be accessed easily. I have a fair amount of knowledge of vehichles, but of course you can never learn enough! The Trick Front Mount kit looks like an extremely well engineered kit and it was well thought out! Although I don't have enough money right now to purchase one, once I have the money I will definately buy one from Trick! I would greatly appreciate any other input, advice, or tips you gentleman can offer! It will be greatly appreciated! Thanks again everyone!!!
If you can get any freinds to buy when you do we may be able to work out a deal.
cheers.
#22
It is mostly hilly. There are some spots where I live that are relatively flat, but for the most part it is hilly. I have no intention of towing a trailer even though I do have a trailer hitch. I ordered the truck with the trailering hitch package because it adds the transmission cooler and it is nice to have the hitch just in case. I do like the Trick Front Mount system more after weighting all the options and what would fit me best. My truck has of course the 2006 Z-code 5.3L w/ 4L60E, but my 5.3L is the E85 and I'm wondering if the Trick system will be compatible with my engine and if I would still be able to run E85. I would love to purchase a Trick Front Mount right now, but I don't have the funds to do so at this moment, but I plan to in the near future. Any other tips guys?? Thanks again everyone!!!
#23
E85 you will need to make sure your upgraded injectors will be able to compatible. The kit itself will not be effected by the fuel you use.
So with good injector for the fuel you are going to run, and good tune your good to go. In fact the E85 will aid in the cooling of the air flow in the intake.
Give Nelsons a shout about your injector selection and let them know you are planning on running E85.
So with good injector for the fuel you are going to run, and good tune your good to go. In fact the E85 will aid in the cooling of the air flow in the intake.
Give Nelsons a shout about your injector selection and let them know you are planning on running E85.
#24
So in theory I could get more power out of the kit when I run E85 since it will help with the cooling of the intake charge and since it is a higher octane than regular 93 octane?
#25
In theory yes. But keep in mind more power is also just as easy as upping the boost.
You will only achieve higher power (with nothing else changed but fuel) if you were at the limits or over limits of the fuel you were using.
What I mean is if 93 has you covered no knock the gains switching to e85 will be limited.
The fuels higher octance and cooling effects will have the most benefit, if you are already taxing the gasoline, showing some knock.
Also E85 will allow you to run higher boost levels safely, that is where the extra power will be coming from.
Hope this helps.
You will only achieve higher power (with nothing else changed but fuel) if you were at the limits or over limits of the fuel you were using.
What I mean is if 93 has you covered no knock the gains switching to e85 will be limited.
The fuels higher octance and cooling effects will have the most benefit, if you are already taxing the gasoline, showing some knock.
Also E85 will allow you to run higher boost levels safely, that is where the extra power will be coming from.
Hope this helps.
#27
All of this is helping tremendously! Thank You everyone! I'm glad there is someplace like this where people can share their knowledge and help others out! Thank You to everyone that has put their 2 cents in! I've decided on a Trick Front Mount. For me, thats the best one. Like I said before, if you have any tips or advice I'd still love to hear them! Thanks Again!
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No more advice and I'm happy you found what your looking for!! I felt the same about this site when I first found it!! I do have one last piece of advice actually...save your damn loot and buy a trick mounted turbo!!
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