So I'm gonna be getting the ZZP turbo kit later this year and just want to see what else I need to upgrade. Getting pistons rods and valve springs. Anything else I should need to do? Only plan on making ~350hp

 

Bumpity. Head studs need upgrading or will stock do?

 

head studs are a VERY GOOD idea. you'll need some small things and i would suggest a new timing set for both chains.

and get a ky stage 3 clutch

 

I'm an auto so no need fr a clutch. With studs I'm guessing head gasket would be a good idea while I'm at it? And what compression would be recommended for pistons, stock or 8.9?

 

Nice an auto let me know how well that beast holds up. i 2 have an auto looking for a turbo.

 

lower compression would be safest

 

Maybe look to find out how strong the auto trans are. Not sure myself but I wouldn't want you going out and doing it without knowing how long your trans might last first.

 

Yeah for sure the ARP head studs

 

Theyre supposedly good to like 350 lb/ft torque, but I'll prolly get a built one once it dies

 

auto trans tends to go quickly on turbo cobalt's. it's real easy to exceed the toque limit even on a mild boost build. stay under 10psi depending on the turbo or start looking for a built trans now.

and yes, i've been there and done that. my trans is built and has a posi-diff.

 

I already went through a trans with my supercharger

 

I'm planning on getting the zzp turbo kit later.on as well. What would need so my trans doesnt.blow? Lol

 

Be easy on it

 

Haha I always am but with a turbo Imight just floor it lol

 

I have a Turbo 2.2, i was talking to Tim at ZZP and he said the next upgrade i need is the transmission.

 

Where would we get a better trans?

 

talk to the guys at ZZPerformance.com

 

Oh I see.. thanks will talk to them and see what I can do.

I want to get my turbo kit first before working on the tranny but idk if it will hold the extra power

 

im looking into getting pistons and rods but i dont know the specs of our engine,where can i find that info? and here is the Email that Tim from ZZP sent me about the auto Trans:



"We use Certified Transmission in downtown Grand Rapids for our tranny builds. But the invoicing would be done right through ZZP. We could upgrade the chain and gear set, and rebuild the trans with our standard tweaks and upgrades. I would guess it would be around $1800-1900(rebuild & hard parts) plus about $500 to do the actual R&R. Our featured ZZP 2.4L Cobalt has this trans.



Thank you for your business,



Turbo Tim
ZZPerformance.com"

 

I'll have an LSJ bottom end available in a few weeks. I also have k1 rods and diamond pistons bnib currently for sale. You could ideally make yourself a nice hybrid build.

 

yeah i was looking at your thread earlier, i subscribed to it, but i dont know what can fit in my 2.2LAP, connecting rods should right? but not the pistons?

 

Bro I have honestly no idea what will and will not fit in different engines beyond my LSJ. That's why I was suggesting a completely different route. Read the hybrid engine swap thread. I believe there's a lot of good information about what parts are interchangeable.

 

Do you have a link to that build? Im interested in reading about just to learn lol

 

https://www.cobaltss.net/forums/2-0l...builds-292623/

 

lsj rods wont fit on lap pistons the wrist pin is different