[Zrullac]

Has anyone or any organization fully tested the limits on this engine. How much boost can it safely take on a continuous basis. I am really getting into the research part of my decision to install a S/C. Thanks

 

[Waxed'05 GT]

According to KenneBell.net the stock pistons are rated at no more than 450 RWHP.I have heard that guesstimate from other sources as well.
As far as actual boost is concerned, I dunno.

 

[mbrown3696]

Has anyone or any organization fully tested the limits on this engine. How much boost can it safely take on a continuous basis. I am really getting into the research part of my decision to install a S/C. Thanks

As is, 6-9lbs. is safe, just make sure you get it installed, by someone, that can properly tune it. If you want to run boost constantly, it's a good idea to have the bottom end done ex. crank, pistons, etc. I have a kenne bell, and I'm quite happy with it!

 

[Zrullac]

As is, 6-9lbs. is safe, just make sure you get it installed, by someone, that can properly tune it. If you want to run boost constantly, it's a good idea to have the bottom end done ex. crank, pistons, etc. I have a kenne bell, and I'm quite happy with it!

I didn't mean to imply that I would run the engine in boost continuously, I just wanted to know what range of boost under normal operating conditions would be safe for that engine. I won't be using it for racing at a drag strip, just highway driving.

I have been looking at the kenne bell s/c, just not convinced that the air intake is in the right place. I live in Florida, which means there is a lot of water on the highways during the summer months, and I am concerned that the intake may take a big gulp of water if I run through a deep puddle on the road.

 

[Waxed'05 GT]

The highways in Florida get deep puddles in them, OUCH!!!
That is VERY dangerous!!!

 

[tw0scoops123]

I think I'm going to wait till I have to buy a new engine to put in a SC. Until then I'm gunna throw on the whole intake tune, and pully system. I see all cars that come with factory blowers including cobra's, Cobalt SS's, etc, usually have forged internals. I'm guessing thats for engine longevity so they keep a decent warranty on the vehicle.

Do they built crate engines with forged internals? Or is that a complete custome job(ie mucho $$$)?

 

[psfracer]

I think I'm going to wait till I have to buy a new engine to put in a SC. Until then I'm gunna throw on the whole intake tune, and pully system. I see all cars that come with factory blowers including cobra's, Cobalt SS's, etc, usually have forged internals. I'm guessing thats for engine longevity so they keep a decent warranty on the vehicle.

Do they built crate engines with forged internals? Or is that a complete custome job(ie mucho $$$)?

They do build complete shortblocks with forged crank, manley rods, forged pistons. The one I am considering is the street mod 900 for $2799 http://www.modularmustangracing.com/

As far as boost, it just depends on the tune, good tune you will have a powerful and reliable combo.....bad tune it will go...
Check this out.....stock bottom end, over 500rwhp, and guy runs 11.30 with a KB at 11psi
http://innovativecustomtuning.com/video/2005_GT_Stang.wmv

So to answer the original question by Zrullac....if your tune is good (dynotune it) I would think 8 psi on the street would be awesome.

 

[tw0scoops123]

Wow. Thats awsome.

Do you think thy will eventually sell whatever motor they through in the cobra?