New to the scene

[wrigsy92]

Hey lads, I've just bought an auto 2008 fg xr6 turbo ute that's completely stock. 

Being new to the scene I have a few questions for the more experienced. 

Firstly I was wondering what kind of power the stock turbo is capable of and how much psi they can take before things get a bit sketchy. 

Secondly I was wondering how much power the stock driveline and gearbox are capable of taking. I'm chasing anywhere around 400kw at the wheels. Not looking for something to get low numbers on the drag but something that's capable of smoking just about anything I put it up against.

 The first thing I'm looking at doing is changing all the stock inter cooler/turbo piping and getting a tune and an exhaust  

Money isn't a major issue however I would like to keep the costs as low as possible to try and do as much as possible if that makes sense?

Any input would be greatly appreciated and there will be photos to come as the build gets under way. 

Cheers, Taylor. 

[Pixy Angel]

Welcome buddy you've came to the best place.

Power wise stock think you would be around 250-260 with no mods.

Drive train mid to high 300's but I could be wrong.

First mods sound good just add injectors and air and you'll be good for mid to low 300's.

Money no issue that's great do it right the first time and you have no issues later.

If you want to smoke anyone you'll need to spend a little more and you'll need around mid to high 400's.

Start read through the threads there is heaps on here.

Good luck mate.

[masda74]

Welcome to the forums and enjoy your mod bug "trip".

 

If money is not a factor, I honestly would suggest getting it all done in one go, however expect to spend around 12-15k.

I suggest you have a read through the 400kw section to get a better understanding of what others have done to get to those levels.

http://www.fordxr6turbo.com/forum/forum/121-blow-off-valve-workshop/

 

Each time you get a tune done, there is a cost for labour as well.

I couldnt afford to pay what I have paid over 3 years in one hit, so you are lucky that money is not a factor.

In regards to which brand to go with, everyone can make suggestions or say this brand is better than that brand.

However just remember one thing. You are making the final decision.

 

In regards to intercoolers, everyo e is raving about the johny tig coolers. Have a search for that.

Before you dive into the deep end, may I suggest one thing?

Please do your suspension and brake upgrade before you do any power mods.

 

The reason we call them barges is due to the stock suspension. Change it to an aftermarket option and you will be smilling from ear to ear.

[skidxr6t]

sweet, another perth member to maybe attend a cruise!

 

edit: nope, false hope. another bump by this guy ^

Edited 03/07/16 12:22 PM by johnxr6t

[Lennox]

You'll never have the fastest car around, theres always gonna be someone with more money and more power than you.. forget about beating other people and get the car to the point where YOU enjoy it

[masda74]

He is from Perth. Hopefully he stays around long enough to enjoy a cruise.