looking for a turbo - options
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looking for a turbo - options
Having trouble deciding on the kind of turbo to get, Got it narrowed down to either the FP Red, or the new MAP SST.
The red is a great choice and is chosen by many evo owners; however, I've head that it has a tendency to break more than it should.
the MAP SST is new so I haven't found much along the lines of reviews but it looks pretty great, the only thing is the power output may be a little lower than what I'm looking for.
Anyone have any suggestions about these? or maybe another turbo I haven't looked up yet???
The red is a great choice and is chosen by many evo owners; however, I've head that it has a tendency to break more than it should.
the MAP SST is new so I haven't found much along the lines of reviews but it looks pretty great, the only thing is the power output may be a little lower than what I'm looking for.
Anyone have any suggestions about these? or maybe another turbo I haven't looked up yet???
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IMO it doesnt seem like you have anything narrowed down...What are your plans for the car? What type of fuel are you going to be running?
The two turbos you have listed arent that similiar. The Red seems to work best under high boost. It will also be laggier in comparison to the SST. Have you looked into the CDRD BBK or the new FP Green HTA73 just to name a few. There really are a lot of choices for stock frame turbos these days.
Dont exactly think this should be asked in the advanced section especially considering I am giving advise
Anyways please do some more research before you jump into a decision. There is a ton of great info that can be found on this forum Good luck
The two turbos you have listed arent that similiar. The Red seems to work best under high boost. It will also be laggier in comparison to the SST. Have you looked into the CDRD BBK or the new FP Green HTA73 just to name a few. There really are a lot of choices for stock frame turbos these days.
Dont exactly think this should be asked in the advanced section especially considering I am giving advise
Anyways please do some more research before you jump into a decision. There is a ton of great info that can be found on this forum Good luck
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get the new BBK turbo
they response better with stock engine
with red
they are more responsive only when u upgrade cam etc etc...
well
gd luck with your choice
u will never go wrong with either RED or BBK or even the new TOMEI ARMS
they response better with stock engine
with red
they are more responsive only when u upgrade cam etc etc...
well
gd luck with your choice
u will never go wrong with either RED or BBK or even the new TOMEI ARMS
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Thanks for the feedback right now,
I'm looking to put down 500-550 whp and not go any further with the car, as it IS my daily driver
The appeal of the SST is the cost, and how quick the spool up is; i'd like better spool up as opposed to higher end stuff.
I looked at that new BBK one too, and it didnt seem like the power output can go where I want too.
Also, I'm not gettin any new turbo for about six months, so I still have PLENTY of time for research.
The turbo will go on the evo with...
injen intake, UICP, LICP, stainless 02 housing, 3in turbo back exhaust, ported exhaust manifold, ecu controlled boost, kelford 280 cams, BC springs and retainers, walbro fuel pump, aquamist meth injection, and then a new BOV and intercooler when I'm installing the turbo too.
thankss again for the help thus far, and the help to come!
I'm looking to put down 500-550 whp and not go any further with the car, as it IS my daily driver
The appeal of the SST is the cost, and how quick the spool up is; i'd like better spool up as opposed to higher end stuff.
I looked at that new BBK one too, and it didnt seem like the power output can go where I want too.
Also, I'm not gettin any new turbo for about six months, so I still have PLENTY of time for research.
The turbo will go on the evo with...
injen intake, UICP, LICP, stainless 02 housing, 3in turbo back exhaust, ported exhaust manifold, ecu controlled boost, kelford 280 cams, BC springs and retainers, walbro fuel pump, aquamist meth injection, and then a new BOV and intercooler when I'm installing the turbo too.
thankss again for the help thus far, and the help to come!
Last edited by gentlyharsh; Sep 21, 2009 at 07:30 PM.
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hi i have a evo viii whit the evo ix turbo, i whant a more power now litle lag, for roud race whith turbo is the best bbk full, fp green, or gt30. at what rpm do you have full boost whit these turbos thanks
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with red they are more responsive only when u upgrade cam etc etc...
I'm looking to put down 500-550 whp and not go any further with the car, as it IS my daily driver
The appeal of the SST is the cost, and how quick the spool up is; i'd like better spool up as opposed to higher end stuff.
I looked at that new BBK one too, and it didnt seem like the power output can go where I want too.
I would honestly pay 1k for a Red and make 550whp vise 4K for a GT turbo kit and spool slower. The Red is the middle man between spool and great power. There is nothing else like it.
Mikey
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