aLmk's 400whp budget build

First post updated with dyno sheet from IMW dyno day. Made around 365whp on average from the 3 pulls.

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Originally Posted by aLmk

Right now I have an internally gated GT3076 on a tsi manifold. I'd like to possible change the turbine housing out for a t3 style and eliminate the external gate and get a different manifold now that something has come on the market ;)

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Once you have open wastegate, you'll never want to go internal again. Open dump is such an addicting sound, I can't explain it. But, a T3 manifold/hotside would definitely make you a happier camper!

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Originally Posted by aLmk

Update: Car absolutely loves these 65* temps!! Too bad boost cut doesn't like it as much as I keep hitting it in 4th. Time for a log...

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Same here, now I'm running out of fuel. Which leads me to your post after the next one...

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Originally Posted by aLmk

Was not able to break into the 12's last night. Best run of the night was my first 1, ran 13.5 with a 2.2x 60ft. Only did 2 other runs attempting launch harder (and failing), then my friend that came with me had to go home suddenly because of some family issues and I was his ride so we left early. O well, gonna take some practice getting a hard launch down well, going to try preloading next time out. So far only 7 passes in total with the turbo setup.

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Happens to the best of us, all it takes is some tweaks and practice. You'll get there no problem. Were you on street tires? (I'm assuming because of your 60' times)

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Originally Posted by aLmk

Just bought a somewhat complete fuel return setup that I will complete and install sometime before spring. I see E85 in my future :)

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Elaborate prease. :binkie:

Yes I was on street tires at the track. As for my fuel return what came with it is: fuel line w/ fittings, modified fuel cage w/ sending unit, and FPR. I will need a fuel rail and pressure gauge, and will probably need a few fittings.

Si speed I assume you're using this intercooler? http://www.cxracing.com/mm5/merchant...gory_Code=INCO

seems like a well priced intercooler for the size!!

Ya I just want to make sure that's the one he has so i know it fits.

That's very cheap. I wish I had gotten a pre made fmic vs having one made.

I wish i had bought this in the first place rather than the $600 srt intercooler I bought that I thought would be plenty good. Turns out its probably worse than the greddy one :(

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Originally Posted by aLmk

Si speed I assume you're using this intercooler? http://www.cxracing.com/mm5/merchant...gory_Code=INCO

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Yup, that's the one! Bumped in price a little though. Still cheap!

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Originally Posted by snizzletoff

seems like a well priced intercooler for the size!!

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Definitely is! 700hp rated core

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Originally Posted by Adm_rsx

That's very cheap. I wish I had gotten a pre made fmic vs having one made.

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Yours doesn't come pre-made though, right?

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Originally Posted by aLmk

I wish i had bought this in the first place rather than the $600 srt intercooler I bought that I thought would be plenty good. Turns out its probably worse than the greddy one :(

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Sounds like it's time to resell on 8th

New goodies
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Now I just need a new intercooler