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Old Apr 30, 2006 | 07:06 PM
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Someone posted it on NAM thats how us Michiganders foun about it.
 
Old May 9, 2006 | 06:15 AM
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Originally Posted by luckydoggarage
The turbo mini lives and it has exceded our expectations. We're being very conservative at this point but with the rev limit set at 8500 and modest boost levels, sub 4 sec 0-60 times are not uncommon (once the tires get traction). We've already seen over 300 hp at the wheels and this is in a very raw state. Stay tuned......
I got to meet the gentleman from LDG, very nice and knowledgeable guy. The car was interesting to check out too. He's running a GT28R at 16psig with 94 unleaded at a claimed 8500rpm redline, all on a stock bottom end and a W10 5-speed! That combo would yield over 300wHP without a problem, the RPM helping that in a big way. Thetubular exhaust manifold was very nice, and the turbo placement is unique. The whole design looks to be done in the interest of making it a possible product that can be installed by a reasonably competent mechanic. As the post says, it is kinda raw looking, but it has huge promise. I'm glad I got to chat with him.

Cheers,
Ryan
 
 
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