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Wich conversion do you prefer and why??

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Old May 8, 2003 | 12:07 AM
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Default Wich conversion do you prefer and why??

Between a Cartek, MTI 427cid and a LPE stage 1 turbo kit...
If both conversion cost the same...
-Wich car makes more power?
-Wich car is smoother?
-Wich is faster in 1/4 and wich for top end?

If are you, which one you prefer and why?

Just want a opinion of everyone, since I'm from overseas and don't have any idea to how is the feeling of those cars.

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Old May 8, 2003 | 01:44 AM
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Default Re: Wich conversion do you prefer and why?? (Greenbeast)

MTI 427. Lotsa reserve potential. You can do lotsa poweradder later on if you are so inclined.
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Old May 8, 2003 | 10:13 AM
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Default Re: Wich conversion do you prefer and why?? (Greenbeast)

LPE TT stage 1...faster and much smoother. I have had big motor C5 and all of my buddys have big motor C5... They are great but with out using N.O.S the LPE TT stage 1 is a little faster and alot smoother. :yesnod:
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Old May 8, 2003 | 10:47 AM
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Default Re: Wich conversion do you prefer and why?? (DJ Self)

All 3 of those packages should put you near 500RWHP ... The LPE TT will be the most reliable ... but the MTI and Cartek will have a greater upgrade possiblity ... but if you can be happy with 500RWHP go to LPE ... and then in 2 years after the warranty is over ... a boost controller should get you 550RWHP ...

All 3 of the tuners are great ... for you in Panama ... 21st Century Motorsports(LPE Authorized Installer) and MTI are closer ... so that could play into your decision ....
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Old May 9, 2003 | 03:58 PM
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Default Re: Wich conversion do you prefer and why?? (AP)

Not sure about MTI but the LPE TT Power is as smooth as a baby's butt. Also, you actually have a stage II (650 hp) under the hood with only a few modifications.
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