When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
Do you think that the GT-K 550 will fit my needs and get the job done? 500whp? If you say yes.... then I will wait for it's release!!! Please say yes!!!
Do you think that the GT-K 550 will fit my needs and get the job done? 500whp? If you say yes.... then I will wait for it's release!!! Please say yes!!!
JET
I personally think so but I would like to see what the Turbonetics engineers use as well. They have been matching turbos to motors for a LOT longer then any of us here... The GT-K 550 is rated to 600 so I would say it would probably fit your needs.
You should be looking at CFM for the entire operating range not just peak pressure. That formula is correct for CFM just make sure to convert to lb/min as most compressor charts read in lb/min. What you are basically looking for is the peak air flow you require the turbo to produce (although its a VERY rough estimate each 1 lb/min of compressor air flow can be translated to 10 WHP). Using a rough calculation (see prior note) if you want to make 450 RWHP you want to look at what efficiency the compressor is for 45 lb/min at the pressure ratio you plan to run. Not to talk **** at all but have you read the book Maximum Boost by Corkey Bell? It would help you better understand what to look for in a turbo (compressor and turbine that is).
I agree.
Jet, the attached excel sheet might be of help to you. It will give you 6 points of CFM requirements
Will the GT-K bolt up to the piping installed now?
