ihi vf34 turbo question (do I need STi 'pinks' for an '06 WRX?)
10-26-2006, 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr. Furley
I got a vf39 for $300.... got me to a 12.90 1/4 with a stock intercooler.... ALL YOU NEED is the turbo, gaskets, accessport, exhaust, and a bigger intercooler. You DO NOT NEED injectors or a fuel pump.
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10-27-2006, 10:44 AM
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Originally Posted by Mr. Furley
I got a vf39 for $300.... got me to a 12.90 1/4 with a stock intercooler.... ALL YOU NEED is the turbo, gaskets, accessport, exhaust, and a bigger intercooler. You DO NOT NEED injectors or a fuel pump.
11-23-2006, 11:25 AM
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Originally Posted by wrXtian
can the fuel pump support a 16g?
So the next question would be, can you run a 16G (or "BIG" 16G) on the stock '06 injectors?
11-23-2006, 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Superglue WRX
Bigger injectors typically require a higher flowing fuel pump. If you're running stock injectors, then the stock fuel pump will suffice.
So the next question would be, can you run a 16G (or "BIG" 16G) on the stock '06 injectors?
So the next question would be, can you run a 16G (or "BIG" 16G) on the stock '06 injectors?
11-23-2006, 12:55 PM
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I would highly recommend upgrading your fuel pump. The OEM pumps are very inconsistant once you start pushing them and about 20-30% of them run out of fuel with any sort of turbo upgrade.
As far as the guys saying you should get a bigger turbo, I'd suggest taking that with a grain of salt. The VF series turbos are great on the 2.5 if you're after amazing response and good overall power. The 18g and 20g give just a bit more top end power but they really reduce response significantly... for my personal uses, the trade-off is just not worth it. The vf34 is a great turbo choice for a great ballance of power and response.
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As far as the guys saying you should get a bigger turbo, I'd suggest taking that with a grain of salt. The VF series turbos are great on the 2.5 if you're after amazing response and good overall power. The 18g and 20g give just a bit more top end power but they really reduce response significantly... for my personal uses, the trade-off is just not worth it. The vf34 is a great turbo choice for a great ballance of power and response.
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11-27-2006, 06:25 PM
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Hey Ed,
Would the Big 16G be a good upgrade for the 2.5 with maybe just a little more headroom above a VF34? I have a stock 06 wrx and am coming from a Stg 4 02 WRX with a VF30 and want just a little more power than that set up. I live in Cali and my car will never see meth injection or race gas. So my future upgrade path will most likely look like this--- Cobb AP, turboXS stealth back, prodrive axleback, fuel pump, larger top mount intercooler and different turbo.
I live in Vacaville so you will more than likely be seeing me in the future.
Would change any of the above mentioned items?? My car is also a wagon and that is the reason for my exhaust choice, I might even go with a STI axle back.
Thanks Dennis
Good Luck with the new shop!!
Would the Big 16G be a good upgrade for the 2.5 with maybe just a little more headroom above a VF34? I have a stock 06 wrx and am coming from a Stg 4 02 WRX with a VF30 and want just a little more power than that set up. I live in Cali and my car will never see meth injection or race gas. So my future upgrade path will most likely look like this--- Cobb AP, turboXS stealth back, prodrive axleback, fuel pump, larger top mount intercooler and different turbo.
I live in Vacaville so you will more than likely be seeing me in the future.
Would change any of the above mentioned items?? My car is also a wagon and that is the reason for my exhaust choice, I might even go with a STI axle back.
Thanks Dennis
Good Luck with the new shop!!
12-01-2006, 06:02 AM
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The stock pump on the '06 is a <145L/hr pump(the pre-'06 was 130L/hr) but I would still upgrade the stock pump for any non-vfxx turbo.....and IMHO, an 8cm 18g or 8cm FP Green is the better choice for a 2.5 street turbo
12-01-2006, 02:13 PM
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Just one more question. If I went with the 8cm 18G would you do it with a TD05 or TD06 configuration?? It seems like the TD05 config is the more widely available and would spool faster making it a better street turbo.
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12-01-2006, 05:17 PM
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Originally Posted by SuperHawk
Just one more question. If I went with the 8cm 18G would you do it with a TD05 or TD06 configuration?? It seems like the TD05 config is the more widely available and would spool faster making it a better street turbo.
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td05....no doubt
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