I have twins on my 98 Camaro. Been on the car since October of 2000. My tunes were when I installed it. When I raised the boost and when I change from the LS1 to the LS6 engine. All of those tunes were for marked increases in HP and required as I powered up the turbo system to it's current 551 RWHP. I haven't done a tune since my last upgrade modification. Turbos do not have the parasitic power loss for the spinning pulley and belt as do superchargers. Turbos are ONLY on when you DEMAND it. I can drive from here to Nome Alaska and NEVER hit boost and have great gas mileage.

A turbo causes a constant tune to keep it running is plain


Elmer

 

Quick question. Does anyone have any video/soundclips of the APS BOVs? I'd be interested in hearing what they sound like.

Thanks George. As you know the Maggie was my first choice simply because I thought a TT was out of reach. Then after factoring in the hood, paint, and a few other things, the TT didn't seem too far off. Since it was something I always wanted I decided to look further into it. And because of my wife being so damn understanding, now I really want it. Not saying it is any better/worse than a CSC or Maggie, just that it's something I have always wanted.

I've had a csc car and I've had a turbo car. Actually, it was the same car. I understand the characteristics of each set up and how they make power. Since that was a different platform/vehicle I just wanted insight to a C5/6 specific set up.

With heavily modified engines, "constant tuning" isn't necessarilly required but it is something to think about. Basically it all comes down to the instal, tune, and driving. As long as I operate in the safe limits and capabilities of the car/tune, there shouldn't be many, if any issues. I'm confident in my shop of choice and the APS kit seems to be top quality and get great reviews. I have a chance at a good deal on a kit so I'm just waiting on a few more pieces of info before it's a go....or maybe a no.

Anyway, I appreciate all the help and I'll be sure to post updates and info on the possible build. Information and opinions are still welcome if anyone has any.

 

My Friend Clode.
He's got a C5 with a built engine,and OCC is almost finished with it!!

 

Yes, I do a video. Also, I just replied to your PM....sorry for my tardy response.

 

Three things to consider:
1. what's your power goals?
2. are you doing the work yourself?
3. how much do you want to spend?

* The top LSX 1/4 mile numbers were accomplished with a TT, however they are not street legal cars.
* TT costs more and is much more complex to install.
* Most any kit with make 500-550whp with ease, however you want to make 800hp, you will need a custom TT kit.
* TT sounds best at WOT, where the SC sounds great at idle / off idle.
* TT makes more torque down low, centrifugal SC's make power higher in the rpm range, however traction will limit your ability to put it to the ground.
* Saying you own a TT vette sounds

 

Is the constantly needing tune on a TT vette statement true?

I am going FI next winter and have been leaning heavily towards TT however in CO there arn't really any great tuners so I wouldn't want something that I would have to constantly tune. All I want is something to make 450-500 RWHP on a safe tune and leave it alone.

Thanks

 

NO! Its


Get the turbo.



Elmer

 

Does anyone have experience with the Ligenfelter twin turbo setup?