Guys

I want to upgrade my 2wd saff to stage 2 (330bhp). The motors just been rebuilt (200 block, low conp, arp etc) but still running a standard T3 (only done around 30k since overhaul). Age old question, I know the t3 will compress the necessary 21-24psi but how long before the 270 degree bearing calls last orders ????? Is it worth taking the risk ??? or just go for a t34 with .63 housing ???

Also is it worth upgrading to a breather system with catch tank etc

cheers

paul

 

Best bet would be a T34 with a .48 exhaust housing to make that sort of power.

When you say "low comp" how low ? - anything below 7.8:1 and I presume you intend increasing the power further at a later date ?

I would say that especially since you've just had the engine rebuilt, a proper breather is not essential, but it would still be a worthwhile mod.

HTH

Edd

 

I would go for a breather now as the std ford unit is marginal at best, anything over 310bhp/21psi and it will struggle. If you can get decent money for your T3 then sell it while its good, or trade in a poo item for the T34 later, the .48 ex housing is best for that bhp output, .63 for more bhp but will increase lag a touch more too.

 

cheers fellas,

how much do you rekon I would get for my t3 (30k miles old), and where would be the best place to exchange it ??? Turbo Technics perhaps ???

cheers

paul

 

I`m unsure mate, ebay if your gonna sell it out right? I`ve yet to swap mine, i will do this yr though, I`m sure someone on here will be able to point you in the right direction, they are good likr e that. maybe Spadge has one you could buy outright? check/ask the traders some questions, v.helpful!

 

I would sugest a better breather with over 300 bhp.

Can only be good for the engine.


Dave.

 

cheers fellas

t34 and breather it is then !!!

now where's that credit card !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

turbotechnics are THE turbo people end of story, like anything you get what you pay for and with tt you get quality!!

mines a grp a t34 ar .60 comp housing, .55 e/h, rs500 80mm intake nose, anti lag compatible marham 247 shaft, ...... i was adamant with a "low lag" conversion hence smaller e/h

the back pressure on a .48 e/h is immense at 2 bar and will crack the ex manifold

my breather system/catch tank is a turbosystems unit