93 ls400 turbo minfold/downpipe?
or know of something compatable?
02-18-09, 10:32 PM
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go to an exhaust shop and get one made... as LiCelsior said, totally custom.
why not run remote turbos? makes installing a turbo (or two =D) on this car way easier
keep us updated on the project
and lay off the 420 while you do the project xD
why not run remote turbos? makes installing a turbo (or two =D) on this car way easier
keep us updated on the project
and lay off the 420 while you do the project xD
02-19-09, 07:51 AM
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anyway, honestly i had never heard of a remote turbo
, but i researched it now, sounds pretty cool. i'm waiting for them to e-mail me with the info. i called sts, for about $3,400, and $40 worth of pipe work at my muffler shop, i'm gona be able to install my own turbo!!! many thanx to ROCAN for the tip. should have it done in a month or two,i'll be sure to post pics
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ha ha, thats funny!
anyway, honestly i had never heard of a remote turbo, but i researched it now, sounds pretty cool. i'm waiting for them to e-mail me with the info. i called sts, for about $3,400, and $40 worth of pipe work at my muffler shop, i'm gona be able to install my own turbo!!! many thanx to ROCAN for the tip. should have it done in a month or two,i'll be sure to post pics!!!!
anyway, honestly i had never heard of a remote turbo
, but i researched it now, sounds pretty cool. i'm waiting for them to e-mail me with the info. i called sts, for about $3,400, and $40 worth of pipe work at my muffler shop, i'm gona be able to install my own turbo!!! many thanx to ROCAN for the tip. should have it done in a month or two,i'll be sure to post pics!!!!ive been dying to do the kit from sts for ages but im broke and cant even drive legally yet... hehe.. legally...
pics pics pics! oh and PLEASE dual turbo?
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o, i hadn't thought about that. you're one of the most helpful members in this forum. what about a bigger turbo, just with a smaller turbine?
i've heard of some people doin this, never accually seen it done tho
. you're one of the most helpful members in this forum. what about a bigger turbo, just with a smaller turbine? i've heard of some people doin this, never accually seen it done tho
02-24-09, 02:28 PM
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I wouldn't press a LS400 from the line anyway... All from a roll if you wanted to get on it..
there is always "some" lag on a turbo setup whether up close and personal with the engine or if its remotely... brake boost anyone?!
Main thing is, oil feed. A dry sump in the trunk would be best, a shield to help prevent any debris entering the unit etc etc....
I was (still am at times) part of the maxima world where this was implemented on a 4th gen (95-99) max and made some very impressive numbers. Even with its location at the exhaust area.
there is always "some" lag on a turbo setup whether up close and personal with the engine or if its remotely... brake boost anyone?!
Main thing is, oil feed. A dry sump in the trunk would be best, a shield to help prevent any debris entering the unit etc etc....
I was (still am at times) part of the maxima world where this was implemented on a 4th gen (95-99) max and made some very impressive numbers. Even with its location at the exhaust area.
02-24-09, 08:17 PM
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Pure Drifter here is a question for you will the lexus bottom end hold up to a turbo, Here is Costa Mesa toyota racing division has stopped selling turbos for the trucks due to bottom ends coming unglued and blowing out the crank bearings. I know the bottom end of the LS motor is bullet proof but stories are abound about the LS 400 motor blowing out due to people set the waste gate to high what is your call on this. I have been thinking about buying a 2000 LS 400 and having a turbo put in cost so far are about 7,000 to 12,000 dollars. Is this a risky investment.
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my reason for two small turbos was less lag while keeping the overall power gain...
http://www.lextreme.com/tt.html
GO FOR IT =D
http://www.lextreme.com/tt.html
GO FOR IT =D
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Pure Drifter here is a question for you will the lexus bottom end hold up to a turbo, Here is Costa Mesa toyota racing division has stopped selling turbos for the trucks due to bottom ends coming unglued and blowing out the crank bearings. I know the bottom end of the LS motor is bullet proof but stories are abound about the LS 400 motor blowing out due to people set the waste gate to high what is your call on this. I have been thinking about buying a 2000 LS 400 and having a turbo put in cost so far are about 7,000 to 12,000 dollars. Is this a risky investment.
