Recommendations for next Mod...

[Rich Gio]

I ran at Cecil Country drags a few weeks ago and did my personal best. (12.34 @ 108.7) This was with a 1.7 ish '60 time and 22# of boost. (I get KR if I go any higher, even WITH the Alky.)

I really want to break into the 11's...I'd be happy with an 11.99 ! (Yeah, I said that before I got Alky, too. "I'll be happy with a 12.99" ) What do you guys recommend to get me closer to the 11's? I have a ported stock turbo elbow but was considering a bigger downpipe. Keep in mind that this car is remaining "stock appearing" and is at shows more than it is raced. I think with a professional tune I could knock a few tenth's off. I wish Otto hadn't stopped tuning!

 

[KEVINS]

I think you already have the parts to break into the 11's but probably needs more strip time to do it b/c you're on the limit of how much the stock turbo can flow especially with a larger cam. The MPH is a little low but it could be caused by the slow 60'. Instead of tossing parts that "might" get you there (like the downpipe) I would just bite the bullet and get a TA49 turbo and crank up the boost a few more psi and with the alchy you'll bust down the 11 second door.

ks

 

[SHADOWII]

The knock above 22#s should be of concern.

 

[Rich Gio]

The knock above 22#s should be of concern.

It is! My laptop bit the dust , so last time I raced I couldn't see the powerlogger data. Like I said I need a tune. I didn't want to just start throwing more fuel at it without seeing the data. I really need to start fresh and follow Julio's instructions. I am TERRIBLE at tuning.

 

[Rich Gio]

Oh, I forgot to mention that I have the ported turbo elbow, but haven't installed it yet. I've heard that wil get me a tenth or two.

BTW: Will the ported elbow work with a Garrett housing TA-49?

 

[Red C5]

You've got the power to get there. Just need a better launch. I wouldn't mod the car further until you figure why you're having knock.