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06-19-2008, 06:42 AM
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Re: VGT turbos
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KKK K26 or K27 Twin turbo setup on a 3.8L? Basically, they are designed for the lower EGT of a diesel and won't hold up to the higher EGT of gas engines
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06-19-2008, 08:36 AM
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Re: VGT turbos
Ask any of the guys at 3SX what I think about these things. Diesels be damned, I want my VGTs!!!
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06-19-2008, 07:30 PM
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07-14-2008, 08:44 PM
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Re: VGT turbos
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07-14-2008, 08:58 PM
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Re: VGT turbos
Yeah, you're thinking V->N<-T's, not VGT's. VGT is the proprietary name for the turbos used on Porsches. Yes, they're the same thing in theory, but VGT's are different enough to have their own set of patents (I believe a third party manufacturer designed them for Porsche)
They are, as far as I know, not available for sale outside of repairs for Porsches that had these turbos for their original equipment. I've only done some brief research into them (few hours worth), so you MIGHT be able to find them with more scouring, but at this point, your best (slim) bet is to find a trashed/totaled Porsche and buy them that way. In any case, it isn't going to be easy, or cheap. You're better off with DBB turbos and proven kits. |
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07-14-2008, 09:03 PM
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Re: VGT turbos
vgt's aren't propritary. trucks have been using them for years. ever looked at a cummins turbodiesel?
i could be mistaken, but i'd bet that a whipple supercharger would still cost less than vgt's. and they'd probably still offer a better torque curve. |
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