I Want more horse power!!!! ????

[bigvic]

Hey guys. I have a question. I currently have an 08 Procharged Gt, running 8 psi. Im getting 490 rwhp. What i want is about 650 - 700 rwhp. What do i need to do to get that without doing real engine work? Any opinions?

 

[02minrlgrygt]

Would a cam be considered major engine work?

 

[scotts99snake]

I am sure somebody will correct me if I am wrong but I think at 490 hp right now, you are already on borrowed time, with stock internals. With a good/safe tune, I would stay where you are at.

 

[bigvic]

If i was to change to forged aluminum pistons, how much hp can the block hold? Or do i have to do the heads as well?

 

[lonepalm]

Our motors are only reliable for 450-500 crank hp in stock form, as scotts99snake said, at 490 rwhp you're already on borrowed time. You need to go for forged internals (pistons, rods, crank) if you want to go that high. Then go for twin turbos, that should get you up in the range your looking for!

 

[MaximumRisk]

Everyone is right, you are close to the edge as is, but there is a whole lot more things that need to be addressed for you to get to that power level. Besides bottom end and possibly head work (at least valve train) you need to consider upgrading your transmission, rear end, fuel system and poweradder

 

[Quick281]

hopefully you changed the driveshaft... probable going to see it in 2 seperate pieces soon. might be time to consider a 302 long block or something. probably cheaper in the long run.

 

[REAPERRR]

which procharger head unit do you have?

If its the regular P1, you should definately look to upgrade to a F1 or at the very least a D1. Plus the intercooler will need to be upgraded. Plus internals, or a new block. Honestly, get a GT500.

 

[Stkjock]

you need to upgrade the rotating assembly - rods/pistons/crank


at those levels your also gonna need a big fuel upgrade, 60# injectors at a min GT500 pumps, maybe rails too.


imho - you're looking at a min of 8-10K min for the swap.


heads and cams will help you get to that goal, I'm just not sure that they will be needed. If needed add another 3000-4000 to the build.

then you'll also need to consider the clutch/tranny as well as the rear end. most likely you'll need to upgrade there too.


not a simple thing.............

 

[Stangerang]

Get a new motor.

 

[bigvic]

What if i do the forged pistons, what hp can i take it up to?

 

[Unrealford]

I am sure somebody will correct me if I am wrong but I think at 490 hp right now, you are already on borrowed time, with stock internals. With a good/safe tune, I would stay where you are at.

Hes right

 

[jared88]

You still have to worry about the crank if you change the pistons. If the crank lets go you might ruin your pistons as well. You have to do it all. Look into getting a block and go from there.

 

[QUIK BRIK]

Fully prepped and assembled long block, fuel system upgrades, supercharger head unit upgrade (preferably a D series), trans upgrades, driveshaft, suspension to hook with that power on the street, rear end upgrades, better tires, and a spot on tune. Tuning is everything at that power level.

 

[bigvic]

Seems like its going be more headachs and More money. Guess i stick with my viper for HP.. Thanks Again guys!

 

[boostingwild]

Seems like its going be more headachs and More money. Guess i stick with my viper for HP.. Thanks Again guys!

good choice. post pics of viper. i am a big fan of those cars!

 

[Stangerang]

Save money, and build a TT viper.

 

[Stkjock]

RODS MAN THE RODS!!! Weakest link....