Boost

[CanaryGT]

Well Im thinking about running boost. With my current setup, how much can I run before I go kablam? Im thinking about a Vortech V1, or a V3. Maybe if I wait long enough a VTS....

 

[blown98gt]

each block is different but most people get away with about 10 lbs of boost again goes to your supporting mods and how well your tune is...

 

[97stanger]

every motor is different. At one point, mine was seeing 14psi. not a problem. I am just not an idiot with the car

 

[ProKiller]

boost is a measure of restriction. you have better heads/cam/intake so you'll flow more which will be less boost.

basically start out small and go from there.

 

[shine1stang]

im with killer!

 

[blown98gt]

most of it has to do with your tune though, i've seen guys running 15 lbs on stock blocks (danger will robinson!)

but usually somewhere between 10-14 is going to be your safe area on a good tune

 

[330CubeGt]

8-12

:dontknow:

 

[forcefed5pt0]

8-12 lbs for me

 

[SVTHAHA]

With your current mods, all you will need is a Si-trim or S-trim, 60lb injectors, a walboro in-tank pump, and a power pipe. The car will put down between 450-500rwhp with the stock pulley. No need to increase the boost. Just make sure you get a chip burnt with a good dyno tune and you'll be set to have some fun. You will be at the upper limits of your block at this point so keep the rpms down and I would recommend a aftermarket ignition box with a rev limiter to help keep the setup safe.

 

[Dalamar]

Just make sure you have Rob tune it!

 

[Venom351R]

Hyper piston's are ok for boost but you have to keep the heat down, they will shatter before they melt. The A/F ratio is very imiportant also the amount of fuel you are getting. a 255LPH Pump is a must along with some #42-#60LB injectors depending on how much boost you plan on running. Also would not hurt to run a Kenne Bell Boost A Pump for some added insurance.