Vortech advice (with a twist)
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Vortech advice (with a twist)
First thing--I have a 08 Frontier that I need advice on. Unfortunately Frontier owners don't typically go with FI so I am unable to get any qualified advice from their sites. You guys are well versed in FI and your vq35de platform is as close to my vq40de that I can find. I'm hoping to get some constructive opinions and/or advice here.
So as the title indicates, I'm looking at supercharging my truck. By means of a Vortech V3 custom system. I intend to base this kit closely with the vq35de kit that is readily available.
So here is the basics on my truck as it sits
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Performance stats----
276whp/288ftlbs (dynojet SAE) & runs a 14.1 & 95.88mph(though likely slightly better now) with a 4250lb racing weight(driver included)
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Current mods---
Uprev dyno tuned
BC stage 2 cams(vq35de)
350z upper & lower plenum(custom spacer to make fit)
Motordyne 5/16" plenum spacer
6spd manual transmission
JWT clutch & flywheel
Truetrac LSD with 4.11 gears
Full 2.25" dual custom magnaflow exhaust with x-pipe and no cats.
Shorty equal length headers
Lightened UDP (5.25" dia)
CAI
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So here are my planned mods--
Vortech V3 with 3.12 pulley
Modified or custom vq35de cog style pulleys & bracket
Air to Air intercooler routed with 2.5" tubing
Walbro 255 fuel pump
Injector Dynamics 725cc injectors
Uprev GT Maf
Vortech bypass valve
Uprev retune
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My goals are not too high I think. Hoping for about 350-375whp & 350-375ftlbs or so too by keeping it in the 6-7psi range. Also hoping for about a 13.0 in the 1/4 as long as I can hook it up. The vq40 pistons are our weak point, so I don't won't to go beyond the 7psi on my stock lowers. I'm thinking my UDP with the 5.25"dia vs your stock 5.75"dia along with a 3.12 Vortech pulley will put me close to that PSI range. I want this setup reasonable safe for a daily driver.
So what do you guys think? The parts list ok? My performance goals within reach?
Thanks in advance for any advice & opinions. I have talked a briefly with Uprev about this, but you guys are about my only other good source for information.
So as the title indicates, I'm looking at supercharging my truck. By means of a Vortech V3 custom system. I intend to base this kit closely with the vq35de kit that is readily available.
So here is the basics on my truck as it sits
-----------------------------
Performance stats----
276whp/288ftlbs (dynojet SAE) & runs a 14.1 & 95.88mph(though likely slightly better now) with a 4250lb racing weight(driver included)
----------------------
Current mods---
Uprev dyno tuned
BC stage 2 cams(vq35de)
350z upper & lower plenum(custom spacer to make fit)
Motordyne 5/16" plenum spacer
6spd manual transmission
JWT clutch & flywheel
Truetrac LSD with 4.11 gears
Full 2.25" dual custom magnaflow exhaust with x-pipe and no cats.
Shorty equal length headers
Lightened UDP (5.25" dia)
CAI
------------------------------
So here are my planned mods--
Vortech V3 with 3.12 pulley
Modified or custom vq35de cog style pulleys & bracket
Air to Air intercooler routed with 2.5" tubing
Walbro 255 fuel pump
Injector Dynamics 725cc injectors
Uprev GT Maf
Vortech bypass valve
Uprev retune
----------------------------
My goals are not too high I think. Hoping for about 350-375whp & 350-375ftlbs or so too by keeping it in the 6-7psi range. Also hoping for about a 13.0 in the 1/4 as long as I can hook it up. The vq40 pistons are our weak point, so I don't won't to go beyond the 7psi on my stock lowers. I'm thinking my UDP with the 5.25"dia vs your stock 5.75"dia along with a 3.12 Vortech pulley will put me close to that PSI range. I want this setup reasonable safe for a daily driver.
So what do you guys think? The parts list ok? My performance goals within reach?
Thanks in advance for any advice & opinions. I have talked a briefly with Uprev about this, but you guys are about my only other good source for information.
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One other question-whats the basic difference between the Vortech Si & SCi? Advantages of one vs the other?
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