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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 11:18 PM
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So I came across a good deal on a universal STS sytem that I'm putting on my 8.1 4x4 Silverado. I'm running on a limited budget so the cheaper the better. What are some good plugs to run on this setup? I don't quite know how much boost this moter can handle stock either. 5...7...9lbs?? What is a good, but enexpensive(as possible) upgrade for the fuel delivery system?

I've got other ?'s but cant think right now. Any help would be great.
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 11:20 PM
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did you get 42 lbs injectors with the kit i am running the sts setup to...
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 11:25 PM
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Welcome to the site! as the questions come pour them on us, and dont forget the search button, its your new best friend.
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 11:46 PM
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did you get 42 lbs injectors with the kit i am running the sts setup to...
No, it didn't come with injectors. What should I use on the big block? I've hears 80#.
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 11:51 PM
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well if your running just the basic setup i think that the 42 will work...im tryin to find some 60 lbs here are my mods...6.0, port polished 317 heads, custom turbo cam, water/meth, msd wires, intercooler, 410 in ther rear, trying to achieve 500 rwhp
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Old Nov 6, 2008 | 08:16 AM
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Im looking for 60# to go with the whipple. Havent gotten to far.
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Old Nov 6, 2008 | 11:12 AM
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What about boost, what can this motor handle. I want some power but I sure don't want to blow it all to hell. It is a daily driver!
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Old Nov 6, 2008 | 11:24 AM
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I would start at 5psi and work your way up with supporting mods.
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Old Nov 6, 2008 | 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by WJ MARK
I would start at 5psi and work your way up with supporting mods.
What all are "the supporting Modifications"
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Old Nov 9, 2008 | 09:23 PM
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Stock pump should be fine. I would go with at least 60# injectors. None intercooled 5 psi max. Intercooled 8 psi would be good for reliability.
I run NGK TR6 plugs.
BTW you WILL have to run 2 38 mm wastegates! I'm having problems with boost creep on my truck and I'm running a 42 mm racegate. AKA I can set the wastegate at 4 psi and it will go to 12 psi.
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