Boostwerks.com turbo XJ build...

lol WTF?

I'll definetly be running a 3" on my rig, but this is exactly why I'm leaving the kit open ended for those who would rather run a 2.5", 2"...ect. I'll only be selling a 3" specific to what I'm running, but others might choose to have an exhaust shop fab something up.

This is exactly why custom setups like this are NOT for the faint of heart. ;)
 
Bryson said:
lol WTF?

I'll definetly be running a 3" on my rig, but this is exactly why I'm leaving the kit open ended for those who would rather run a 2.5", 2"...ect. I'll only be selling a 3" specific to what I'm running, but others might choose to have an exhaust shop fab something up.

This is exactly why custom setups like this are NOT for the faint of heart. ;)
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I know I know... it's just that-that's allot of scarifies (ditch the header, get a lift); hence, my image. I figured the most cost-effective option would be a RMT set-up off the down pipe back into the engine bay.
 
yossarian19 said:
Dude. Read the post right above yours.

Stock height and 2.25 is a lil tricky, needs to hug the oilpan real close to clear the drive shaft under flex. Hell, I'm running 2.5" lift and the exhaust guy didn't quite get it right.
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Yeah, I read the post. In order for people to be interested they would need to know all the strings that are attached. When I was building my turbo kit I modeled it to fit into my stock 99 XJ. Hoping that if someone was to ask me for one I could give them something that would work in just about any truck.

Bryson is 100% corrrect with the faint of heart comment. People seem to get retarded when you have them change something to other than stock or just bolt on parts.
 
CSaddict said:
Bryson is 100% corrrect with the faint of heart comment. People seem to get retarded when you have them change something to other than stock or just bolt on parts.
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I have new tires, and a relatively new header and shocks on my Jeep. I'm not about to start removing new parts for a turbo set-up. If that sounds retarded than you have my full blessing to call me a retard.

On the other-hand, maybe I'll just lift the front of my Jeep, so it feels like I'm in perpetual take-off mode at the drag strip.
 
watching......
 
wow cool build! I already have 4 turbo's on my vehicles :D...

hehe and no they aren't jeeps. I've got 2 twin turbo stealths. I've often thought it would be cool to try and drop a 3.0L 24v dohc twin turbo v6 in an xj but I would never have the balls to try it lol.
 
urban yan said:
I have new tires, and a relatively new header and shocks on my Jeep. I'm not about to start removing new parts for a turbo set-up. If that sounds retarded than you have my full blessing to call me a retard.

On the other-hand, maybe I'll just lift the front of my Jeep, so it feels like I'm in perpetual take-off mode at the drag strip.
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People like you seem to liken a turbo install with that of an air cleaner swap... Reality check, not at all that easy.

This is a completely custom project that is simply beyond your abilities to install or tune. Period. It's not the fact that you need to remove your "relatively new header" that is keeping you from doing it.

It's okay, every group has one or a thousand.

Disclaimer: I have personally designed and fabricated multiple turbo installs from scratch. It's not anywhere near as easy as people seem to think it is.
 
ChicksDigWagons said:
People like you seem to liken a turbo install with that of an air cleaner swap... Reality check, not at all that easy.

This is a completely custom project that is simply beyond your abilities to install or tune. Period. It's not the fact that you need to remove your "relatively new header" that is keeping you from doing it.

It's okay, every group has one or a thousand.

Disclaimer: I have personally designed and fabricated multiple turbo installs from scratch. It's not anywhere near as easy as people seem to think it is.
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:patriot:
 
ChicksDigWagons said:
People like you seem to liken a turbo install with that of an air cleaner swap... Reality check, not at all that easy.

This is a completely custom project that is simply beyond your abilities to install or tune. Period. It's not the fact that you need to remove your "relatively new header" that is keeping you from doing it.

It's okay, every group has one or a thousand.

Disclaimer: I have personally designed and fabricated multiple turbo installs from scratch. It's not anywhere near as easy as people seem to think it is.
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So let me get this straight... you rehashed my original concerns about this project in a vain attempt to insult me? Ummm.... errr.... thank you? I already know I can't install a turbo myself, and I already know competent mechanics are rare in my area. I already know my budget, and I already know the costs/ serviceability of full-fledged turbo on my engine vs. a simple stroker. I already know this offering is considerably different from Bryson's last concept, and I already know any, new, major changes will affect my decision.

So please... feel free to regurgitated any of my afore mentioned comments to imply, once more, that I'm pussy because: I never installed a turbo, and because I have limited funds.




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ok.... time to go to the clinic folks.

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chill out guys, who cares what you think? :dunno:
 
ChicksDigWagons said:
People like you seem to liken a turbo install with that of an air cleaner swap... Reality check, not at all that easy.

This is a completely custom project that is simply beyond your abilities to install or tune. Period. It's not the fact that you need to remove your "relatively new header" that is keeping you from doing it.

It's okay, every group has one or a thousand.

Disclaimer: I have personally designed and fabricated multiple turbo installs from scratch. It's not anywhere near as easy as people seem to think it is.
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You've contributed nothing but hubris.
 
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I'm tired of e-fighting; I'm just trying to be honest.

Most of these projects fail when their price starts approaching stroker territory. Bryson's last turbo concept didn't. This one does. I still think this will be a great project for a few guys, and I'm glad Bryson stepped-up to the challenge, but this project is starting to suit me less as it progresses.


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I am watching both of the turbo write-ups. I have a decent sized Garret I got for free and will be seeing how these threads go to see what I am going to do for installing on my 5.0L Stroker.
I am well past the faint of heart budget on the motor alone and it is built for power.
Less than $2000 for a turbo set-up.... well worth it IMO.
Imagine over $8000 just for a stroker... not including electrical stuff.
 
94CountryXJ said:
I love how some people act like they are rocket scientists cause they are slapping turbos on low revving 4.0's.
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4.0's can rev high with some easily installed components.
Extreme builds can hit 7K - 8K rpms and not miss a beat.
 
94CountryXJ said:
8k for a stroker straight 6? eesh. I'd spend half that an have the same power in a V8 and spend the rest on diffs and lift.

Maybe, but this application isn't one of them.
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Yeah, I am a die hard Jeep fan and I had extra cash from a deployment. I thought about a V8 swap and just didn't want to lose anymore room in the engine bay for mods later, turbo, charger, ect...
 
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