Turbo

[beyondloadedSE]

Originally Posted by zx2srdotnet

who siad it HAD to be a kit? If i was goinf FI i'd build my own kit.

and thats what some people do. A couple people on CEG have built their own FI (turbo) kits from scratch. They certainly dont make near the hp/tq as the ADC turbo kit, but it is a cheaper option for people who want a increase in power. However, I was directing the Vortech comment towards your buddy's car since thats obviously what hes running and im assuming your telling JimR to get a Vortech since thats all that exists and youve had exposure to on a Contour. To me, the Vortech's power is too linear and doens't suit my needs, but thats just my opinion. No need to get all bent out of shape. Building a custom roots style supercharger thats big enough to package under the hood and out performs or equally to the ADC kit will require a ton of money and R&D but certainly is possible if your funds are endless.

Im not trying to bash you man. Your one of the few that give a lot of valuable info to the Contour guys on this board. Im just telling you what I know and why thats my opinion. Dont take it personally.

[zx2srdotnet]

I dont, I was just in a bad mood last night. No offence intended.

[JimR]

im liking the out puts of turbo with the 3.0L. i wonder what would be faster in th qrt. mile

my PGT (Probe GT) with the upcoming turbo
or
My SVT Contour with 3.0L and turbo

i wont know for awile

[pre98zetec]

not as fast as you'd think, contours are very hard to launch with that much power.

[beyondloadedSE]

Originally Posted by sk8ter_in_ny

not as fast as you'd think, contours are very hard to launch with that much power.

got that right. Youll have to upgrade to a SPEC stage III clutch which is very unforgiving. It has either no engagement or instant engagement which makes for a very difficult launch to pull a good 60' time since the clutch cant be ridden at all.

On the highway though, its a monster. I pulled a stock 01 Cobra like it was standing still with 10 psi. I think I put about 3-4 carlengths on him just in 3rd gear alone.

[JimR]

i cant wait untill both my car are completly done.

[mr_tw]

i have seeen twin turo kits on the internet but it was awhile ago and it was for a probe, and was designed for people who want a minimum of 650whp so most likely overkill for this thread but i'll look around and see what i can find

[beyondloadedSE]

Originally Posted by mr_tw

i have seeen twin turo kits on the internet but it was awhile ago and it was for a probe, and was designed for people who want a minimum of 650whp so most likely overkill for this thread but i'll look around and see what i can find

the 2.5L in the probe and the contour have nothing in common. Packaging is extremely tight in the contour, so a twin turbo kit certainly isnt going to be a bolt on a kit. I would guess at least $10,000, if not more in fabrication just to make it work plus the price of a high quality twin turbo kit which will probably run another $7K. Where would you even place the second turbo? Not to mention, on this motor, twin turbo kits are just worthless. Actually, in my honest opinion, make that any motor. Theres absolutely ZERO benefit other than the pimp factor.