Which shop is best for my twin turbo install? FunctionTuned or AAM or ??
AAM would not be my choice . Take it from some expensive experience, if you dont mind traveling a bit call VTR in new york for a quote and everyone seems real happy with Dave at FT.
JWT TT 530bb kit, stock motor. Installed and tuned at FT. Dave kept me updated throughout the tuning process as well as went over the settings periodically as the weather changed. I would definitely go to him for any future projects.
+1 on Dave@FT. Hes a great guy to deal with and will be more upfront with you with costs, labor, tuning, etc.
Also if you have second thoughts about both shop and want to do more research, Look up PFSupercars in Hagerstown. You can PM ForcefedZ. They are a local shop close to you and they have a pretty decent reputation when it comes down to force induction builds. Just another shop to consider.
Also if you have second thoughts about both shop and want to do more research, Look up PFSupercars in Hagerstown. You can PM ForcefedZ. They are a local shop close to you and they have a pretty decent reputation when it comes down to force induction builds. Just another shop to consider.
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Originally Posted by bigslim350Z
JWT TT 530bb kit, stock motor. Installed and tuned at FT. Dave kept me updated throughout the tuning process as well as went over the settings periodically as the weather changed. I would definitely go to him for any future projects.
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Originally Posted by Gooey
+1 on Dave@FT. Hes a great guy to deal with and will be more upfront with you with costs, labor, tuning, etc.
Also if you have second thoughts about both shop and want to do more research, Look up PFSupercars in Hagerstown. You can PM ForcefedZ. They are a local shop close to you and they have a pretty decent reputation when it comes down to force induction builds. Just another shop to consider.
Also if you have second thoughts about both shop and want to do more research, Look up PFSupercars in Hagerstown. You can PM ForcefedZ. They are a local shop close to you and they have a pretty decent reputation when it comes down to force induction builds. Just another shop to consider.
Originally Posted by shdowflare
Sweet setup...just the one I was considering. How much hp/tq ya got at the wheels?
Originally Posted by shdowflare
How many miles u been daily drivin' it?
Oooo! That reminds me! Time for an oil change! Shinny!!! Oil change!
WOW! This thread has stayed alive and unlocked and relatively cordial. I'm impressed guys. 
My choice was F:T. Hands down one of the best experiences I've had. I'm running a built motor APS ST with quite a few custom things and more coming. I (like most) was new to the FI realm when I started as this was my first boosted (aftermarket) car. I knew some stuff from research and other's projects in the past but the knowledge I was able to gain by talking to Dave and having him willing to teach and explain was priceless. I wanted to do some things different with my build and I was able to pick his brain endlessly (sorry bro, I know I ask alot of friggin questions, lol) and he has yet to steer me wrong and I couldn't be happier.
Many think my car lives at F:T and in many aspects it does, but thats no fault of Dave's. It's actually mine. I add things and change my mind constantly (which I know drives him nuts,lol) But never the less he treats the car as if it was his own and is really there for YOU as the customer, not another car that he "has to" work on. He's an honest and stand-up guy and for that type of care, I'm personally willing to pay more to have it done right and have the peace of mind my car is in excellent hands.
When he tells you a price....that's what it is, plain and simple. And it's done right.
Like others have said..do your research..it will show you alot.
My choice was F:T. Hands down one of the best experiences I've had. I'm running a built motor APS ST with quite a few custom things and more coming. I (like most) was new to the FI realm when I started as this was my first boosted (aftermarket) car. I knew some stuff from research and other's projects in the past but the knowledge I was able to gain by talking to Dave and having him willing to teach and explain was priceless. I wanted to do some things different with my build and I was able to pick his brain endlessly (sorry bro, I know I ask alot of friggin questions, lol) and he has yet to steer me wrong and I couldn't be happier.
Many think my car lives at F:T and in many aspects it does, but thats no fault of Dave's. It's actually mine. I add things and change my mind constantly (which I know drives him nuts,lol) But never the less he treats the car as if it was his own and is really there for YOU as the customer, not another car that he "has to" work on. He's an honest and stand-up guy and for that type of care, I'm personally willing to pay more to have it done right and have the peace of mind my car is in excellent hands.
When he tells you a price....that's what it is, plain and simple. And it's done right.
Like others have said..do your research..it will show you alot.
Originally Posted by Driven1
WOW! This thread has stayed alive and unlocked and relatively cordial. I'm impressed guys.
My choice was F:T. Hands down one of the best experiences I've had. I'm running a built motor APS ST with quite a few custom things and more coming. I (like most) was new to the FI realm when I started as this was my first boosted (aftermarket) car. I knew some stuff from research and other's projects in the past but the knowledge I was able to gain by talking to Dave and having him willing to teach and explain was priceless. I wanted to do some things different with my build and I was able to pick his brain endlessly (sorry bro, I know I ask alot of friggin questions, lol) and he has yet to steer me wrong and I couldn't be happier.
Many think my car lives at F:T and in many aspects it does, but thats no fault of Dave's. It's actually mine. I add things and change my mind constantly (which I know drives him nuts,lol) But never the less he treats the car as if it was his own and is really there for YOU as the customer, not another car that he "has to" work on. He's an honest and stand-up guy and for that type of care, I'm personally willing to pay more to have it done right and have the peace of mind my car is in excellent hands.
When he tells you a price....that's what it is, plain and simple. And it's done right.
Like others have said..do your research..it will show you alot.
My choice was F:T. Hands down one of the best experiences I've had. I'm running a built motor APS ST with quite a few custom things and more coming. I (like most) was new to the FI realm when I started as this was my first boosted (aftermarket) car. I knew some stuff from research and other's projects in the past but the knowledge I was able to gain by talking to Dave and having him willing to teach and explain was priceless. I wanted to do some things different with my build and I was able to pick his brain endlessly (sorry bro, I know I ask alot of friggin questions, lol) and he has yet to steer me wrong and I couldn't be happier.
Many think my car lives at F:T and in many aspects it does, but thats no fault of Dave's. It's actually mine. I add things and change my mind constantly (which I know drives him nuts,lol) But never the less he treats the car as if it was his own and is really there for YOU as the customer, not another car that he "has to" work on. He's an honest and stand-up guy and for that type of care, I'm personally willing to pay more to have it done right and have the peace of mind my car is in excellent hands.
When he tells you a price....that's what it is, plain and simple. And it's done right.
Like others have said..do your research..it will show you alot.
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Originally Posted by bb1314
One ride in Robbie(Driven1)'s car and you'd fall in love. I sure did!!! It seriously felt like a factory turbo'ed car!
Originally Posted by shdowflare
Which turbo kit (and other mods) does Robbie have?
APS ST modified w/ external wastegate (not the APS pipe)
Motor
Eagle Rods
CP pistons(.020 overbore)
ACL bearings
L19 headstuds
JWT C2 Cams
EMS
Autronic SM-4
Originally Posted by Driven1
A basic rundown for you
APS ST modified w/ external wastegate (not the APS pipe)
Motor
Eagle Rods
CP pistons(.020 overbore)
ACL bearings
L19 headstuds
JWT C2 Cams
EMS
Autronic SM-4
APS ST modified w/ external wastegate (not the APS pipe)
Motor
Eagle Rods
CP pistons(.020 overbore)
ACL bearings
L19 headstuds
JWT C2 Cams
EMS
Autronic SM-4