info on turbo build

So here it goes;
http://www.ls1truck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=39460&p=437780#post437780

Thinking about buying that turbo and putting it on my stock 03 z71(well has k&n cai and flowmaster exhaust and some kind of a programmer [the reason I say this is cause I can run past 98 mph and I believe chevy limits it trucks to 98 from factory]). I have 33 inch tires and 3.73 gears with a stock 4l60e, and I tow a 3-4k trailer 2-4 times a week. I am wondering if it would put to much stress on my transmission, and also would I need bigger injectors if I run low boost(5psi). Would I benefit much from a cam swap, and also what about tuning? Is it hard to tune with hp tuner? I never tuned before but I catch onto stuff pretty easily, so is it a good idea to do this? Also truck has like 101k miles.

Best bet do the following...
42lb injectors
Upgrade fuel pump ex walbro 255
Nelson tune
Vette servo
Bigger trans cooler
That is a good start. Lots more you could do tho.
A cam swap speced for your application could add another 50 to 100 HP depending on the cam and other factors.

Break down on the cost on each? Also best place to get them, also what about an intercooler?

I believe the Guy with the Turbo for sale is selling the injectors for cheap. And new they r like 400 not 100% on that price tho. Pump is a bit over 100$. I think a complete bucket pump swap is less than 200$. Super easy way. Tune from NP is 300 mail order. Vette servo is 20ish. Trans coolers are under 200.

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Originally Posted by kerrige

I believe the Guy with the Turbo for sale is selling the injectors for cheap. And new they r like 400 not 100% on that price tho. Pump is a bit over 100$. I think a complete bucket pump swap is less than 200$. Super easy way. Tune from NP is 300 mail order. Vette servo is 20ish. Trans coolers are under 200.

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So 1200 for most of it,wondering if I should got tvs instead, I like low end torque , but I think this would be cheaper though.

I would say go Turbo for sure leaves room to grow! You can turn up the boost and add other fun stuff like Meth.

Which ones are most important to get first?

Well the injectors pump and tune are pretty much necessary, but after that the Trans stuff is to help keep it happy. If you want more power down low get a stall turn up the boost and add Meth. Meth is great especially for nonintercooled rear mounts. A good cam ket speced right for ur setup will b about 700$ and could help a lot.

Should I run an intercooler or no?

You don't have to, up to 7lbs after that Meth, or an intercooler are needed. It helps with efficiency to run an intercooler.

Don't forget the 1500$ hotpipes, cold side, blow off, wastegate, and turbo oiling. You're looking at 3000 or so for a budget turbo install.

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Originally Posted by pl4yboy

Don't forget the 1500$ hotpipes, cold side, blow off, wastegate, and turbo oiling. You're looking at 3000 or so for a budget turbo install.

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Even if I bend/weld the pipes myself?

Try looking at turbotrucks.com or the like they're sites pretty detailed as far as what a turbo setup consists of. Givr u a good idea of what you'll need. Couple guys on here have monster turbo trucks, very fast. Might wanna pm them too.

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Originally Posted by 03whitez71

Even if I bend/weld the pipes myself?

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Trick Performance sells front mount hot pipes for $1200. Thats an option. Building your pipes will save you a lot of money for sure.

A decent oil pump for a rear mount isn't cheap either. A mail order tune with boost is a terrible idea. So count on some dyno time, which isn't exactly cheap. Cam swap or not, better valve springs are a must for FI. There's another $250ish. The 60e will be toast in a matter of weeks, no way around that. So be looking to spend north of $2000 for a decent unit from a good builder.

i will do a 4l80e swap before i put in another 4l60e. I beleive i could tune it my self, i graduated with an advance automotive technology degree.....so i know about the different factors in fuel and etc...we just never custom tuned.

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Originally Posted by 03whitez71

i will do a 4l80e swap before i put in another 4l60e. I beleive i could tune it my self, i graduated with an advance automotive technology degree.....so i know about the different factors in fuel and etc...we just never custom tuned.

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If you are going to tune it yourself, then you need to purchase hptuners. That's gonna be 500$ for std or 650$ for pro. If you get pro you can do Wideband tuning which you will need a Wide band, which will also cost you 200ish. Or you could buy EFI Live which has similar prices.

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Originally Posted by Frenchy

A mail order tune with boost is a terrible idea. The 60e will be toast in a matter of weeks, no way around that. So be looking to spend north of $2000 for a decent unit from a good builder.

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Seems like their are quite a few people running boost with a mail order tune and a 60e with success. Not saying its the best combo, because it definately is not. I would say it isn't totally terrible though. Kinda seems to depends on the supporting mods as well.

http://www.ls1truck.com/forums/my-ga...merichlsx.html

this is the build i just finished...i have a break down of what i have in parts and what not. Hope it helps give ya an idea!

You can also sell your CAI to offset the cost.

http://www.performancetrucks.net/for...-485546/page3/
Might wanna check that out. Got some stuff cheap that you will need.

How much could I get for my cai?

100to150 my best guess

Ooo hm... Looking at around 1500 from what I see

Picking up used parts will help alot, but u have to jump on good deals when u see them.

Well I am talking with jetmech(sp) about buying his other stuff, he already sold the 43lb injectors for $75.