Yes, turbo engines are definitely engineered differently. But, if done well enough, there are turbo kits that can be adapted to existing engines and still run...
I'm with Levi on this one. The old hot rodder's adage, "there's no substitute for cubes" is basically directed at old hot rodders. No argument that a big...
You mean "There's no replacement for displacement?" That's all well and good, but you'll still get more power with a turbo... For me it's more a question of...
I have to take Stone's side. If you're comparing an old cast iron V8 to a modern turbo-charged four, sure there's no comparison. But modern all-alumninum, ...
Have you heard of the Sunbeam Tiger? I think that car is quite a bit smaller than the obs and they shoved a Ford 260 into it. And later the 289. Of course, you...
Yes, I've heard of the Sunbeam Tiger. Poor man's Cobra, used to be very popular in autocross circles. Archaic separate frame & body design with a live axle....
Well, I wasn't saying that's what I wanted to do. I was just supporting Stone's premise that a V8 does what a turbo-charged I4 will do but with less effort and...
I seem to have stirred up a hornet's nest by pointing out the obvious fact that turbochargers on gas engines are ridiculous. Here are the reasons: In order...
Sure, with enough money there's not much that can't be done. But the question is, afterwards, exactly what is it that you've got? There's been plenty of kits...
Some of what you say, I do agree with. But saying that turbochargers on gas engines being rediculous, I don't. There's a lot of well- integrated turbocharged...
This has been a fun discussion. Of course, all theory. I think these kind of projects are more for the fun of it more than any pure performance gain. ... ===...
Very true...and I appreciate your friendly tone. I've got to admit, I was once pretty intrigued by the V8 Fiero conversion...as one of the latter GT body...
I'll agree that you can make good V-8's that are fairly fuel efficient and powerful and reliable. Most of them these days aren't though. And if I'm looking...
See, the problem with your theory is that you're basing it on your opinion of how/why you want the power. Your opinion is that power is only useful at low...
Hey, anyone happen to know how to replace those stupid marker lights that are on the side in front of the doors (at least on my 97' OBS and my wife's 97'...
Well there's theory mixed with practical application as well. However, sticking to the practicality, then yes, the options are pretty much going to eliminate...
I recently bought an '02 OBS and am also looking to put a little added zip into it. I've done extensive research and for marginal money (about $700 with...
You make a very good point here, Levi. When I was starting to shop around for a replacement for my old Toyota Celica, before I decided on my OBS, I was first...
That sounds almost within the realm of possibility. I see a claim of 4hp for the chip. I'd somewhat question whether they're timing advance require premium...
Yeah, my parents are (were) always telling me that their Stratus wasn't bad. And it wasn't that bad, but I always compare it to my OBS. They were both 97's...
James: The SBC is a much loved engine... mainly because it is CHEAP. They are not noted for long life, and never have been. GM has settled on this as the...
It does not take much additional displacement to equal what a turbo on a gas engine does.... while it may not make as dramatic a change at the upper end where...
I used to have a 94 RX7. This was an interesting car. Rotary engine and twin turbos. 300 horsepower, 50/50 weight balance and 2600 lbs. Very quick, though not ...
Robert, the '94, was that the model that looked kind of like a Porsche 944? Another good example, I think, was the (I think it was 1987/1988) supercharged...
I would take any of the cars mentioned. (: Though you did mention a Porsche 944. My aunt had a turbo one with the boost turned up. That was a FAST car. And...
Put a litte pressure on one side, trying to slide it to the front and it should pop out pretty easy. At least that's the way it was on my 96 when I went to put...
The RX7 I had was the last car to carry the name. It was low and curvey. The seals were an issue as well as a dozen other things. It was nice when it worked, ...
Levi, In my 'pre-homeownership' days, I had a normally aspirated 944. It was a pretty sweet car...though it 'felt' heavy (it WAS heavy...about 3500 pounds,...
