Re: [DML] Turbocharging (WAS: Houston HiPo)

["B Benson" <delornut@xxxx>]

Actually I think you need to know which direction you intend to go with
engine modifications up front. Turbos would require going a different
direction regarding cams, compression ratios, exhaust flow and ignition. I
don't think the Houston engine would benefit from a turbo because their
direction for increasing horse power and torque, while great and
accomplishing what they intended it to do, wouldn't be the best approach for
super charging. I've had a turbo for years and it has required periodic
tinkering. I enjoy it ( I like to tinker ) but the Houston engine is very
close to the original regarding reliability.

Bruce Benson


> As far as the Houston Hi-Po engine goes, I doubt they will warranty it
> with any forced induction (James can clarify this). Even if you were to
> ignore that possibility, it again would be costly to but the Houston
> engine and then buy the turbo kit on top of that. Either way, your risk
> of damage to the engine with the turbocharger will be the same if you
> start with a stock or hi-po engine if no changes are made to the
> pistons, rings, and liners (for starters).