2.4L LE5 Performance Tech 16 valve 171 hp EcoTec with 163 lb-ft of torque

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Old 11-21-2015, 09:51 PM
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To TC or SC...

That's the question.

SC kits are a dime a dozen, can make 250whp reliably and costs less than 1000 even with a tune.

TC kits are 2-3k but will put me in 350whp range easily, plus clutch will need replaced, another 400 bucks.

Car has 128k miles on it. A turbo would be easier on the drive train, not taking power to make power.

What do you guys think?

Old 11-21-2015, 11:52 PM
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I like your hood!!

I would go turbo
Old 11-22-2015, 12:14 AM
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Really nice looking g5. Is it stick or auto?
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I did the g5 grille swap and have been looking at that hood, but unsure how it would look with my grille. It looks sweet, how was th3 fitment?

It's a tough question but I guess it will come down to how much hp you want at the end. But it will be cheaper obviously to go sc. I've read going turbo is less stress on your engine too
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Yup hp goal and how much $ is available is the question
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Thanks. She's a stick. I've been on this forum for a while but never updated the my posts with my mods since graduating college and moving to San Diego.

The hod fits perfect. No issues. Functional ram air will be nice with a turbo too.
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