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How hard would it be to Turbocharge an LT1

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Old Jan 22, 2004 | 09:54 PM
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Question How hard would it be to Turbocharge an LT1

So how hard would it to be to install a turbocharger on an LT1?

Ive seen the upgrades from STS Turbo and it basically looks like all they did was install a turbo underneath the car. And they charge $3000 to do this.

Do you have to change the fuel mapping in the computer?

What else would be required to turbocharge an LT1?
Old Jan 22, 2004 | 09:59 PM
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i wouldnt even want to know what it takes to do this properly. everything looks easy until you have 3 left over bolts, your SES light is on, and your rear end decides to shoot axles at the side of the road
Old Jan 22, 2004 | 10:04 PM
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With how cramped it is inside a z28's engine compartment I think a turbo would be frightening. But thats just me.
Old Jan 22, 2004 | 10:04 PM
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Yeah that would really suck to have your rearend in your rearview mirror

Im just curious for the applications. A kid in my city installed a turbocharger on his Mustang. Hes only running about 5psi right now but his turbo lag sucks. Full boost is somewhere around 3500-4000rpm. Thats what i here anyways...

Personally, I wouldnt take a mustang if you paid me
Old Jan 22, 2004 | 10:37 PM
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Go over to the FI board, There's plenty of guys doing turbos
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