Ford Sierra/Sapphire/RS500 Cosworth This forum is for discussion of all things pertaining to the Ford Sierra Cosworth.

T34 Vs T3

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 29-01-2004, 06:23 PM
  #1  
Anonymous
Banned
Thread Starter
 
Anonymous's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 142
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default T34 Vs T3

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


Old 29-01-2004, 09:14 PM
  #2  
CossieEdd
Too many posts.. I need a life!!
 
CossieEdd's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Essex
Posts: 522
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

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
Old 30-01-2004, 02:03 PM
  #3  
Anonymous
Banned
Thread Starter
 
Anonymous's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 142
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

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.
Old 30-01-2004, 02:14 PM
  #4  
Anonymous
Banned
Thread Starter
 
Anonymous's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 142
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

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
Old 31-01-2004, 11:17 AM
  #5  
Anonymous
Banned
Thread Starter
 
Anonymous's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 142
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

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!
Old 31-01-2004, 02:03 PM
  #6  
dave cos4x4
Professional Waffler
iTrader: (5)
 
dave cos4x4's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Liverpool
Posts: 26,872
Received 30 Likes on 26 Posts
Default

I would sugest a better breather with over 300 bhp.

Can only be good for the engine.


Dave.
Old 31-01-2004, 03:31 PM
  #7  
Anonymous
Banned
Thread Starter
 
Anonymous's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 142
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

cheers fellas

t34 and breather it is then !!!

now where's that credit card !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Old 02-02-2004, 09:16 PM
  #8  
Matt
PassionFord Post Whore!!
 
Matt's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Doncaster
Posts: 5,143
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

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



Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Cosnada
Ford RS Cosworth Parts for Sale
10
07-01-2016 05:30 PM
Russ Payne
Ford Sierra/Sapphire/RS500 Cosworth
1
25-09-2015 08:29 PM
Glenn_
General Car Related Discussion.
28
08-09-2015 07:10 PM



Quick Reply: T34 Vs T3



All times are GMT. The time now is 04:11 AM.