da boss

I am going to be purchasing a 2000 GT if I replace the pistons and rods for VT forged manly how much horsepower would I be able to run without something else in the engine failing. I want to be able to run a turbo and would like to know if that is all I would need to change. Along with the forged parts I would be adding a Bassani complete exhaust, new rear Nitto 555 tires, a TKO600 .64 transmission w/ a Kevlar King cobra clutch, aeromotive 1000 fuel pump, and a 8pt roll cage. I was thinking of getting the turbo from Turbo charged power and buying the stage 2 turbo with the boost controller. Has anybody heard any complaints about any of these companys if so please let me know. Please also tell me if you see any hidden problems or something that I could improve upon with this build. Thanks for all your responses.

01yellowgt

With the rods and pistons get a forged crank also. You could also replace the heads and camshafts while you are at it, VT makes a came that are designed for turbochargers and that would just add to the power. Call VT engines and they could give you some advice, they will make a custom grind cam if needed. Also think about upgrading the stock intake manifold.

Only thing i heard about turbochargedpower is it takes a good while to get your system in. Say you order it today. It probly will be the summer when you get it. But the make a quality product from the sounds of it. Only complaints would be customer service.
If you go with them you, for the exhaust you will only need the catback the headers and midpipe are included.

You will need to beef up your rear end. 31 spindle axles and differential.
suspension: control arms, full length subframe connectors(probly dont need since you are putting in a full roll cage, but it wouldnt hurt at all)

HP will just depend on the boost, the tune, and what octane gas you are planning on running. http://www.turbochargedpower.com/C&C%20Tuning.htm

Good luck with your build up and if you have left over money after that setup, send some this way and I can put it to good use on my ride

da boss

I wish I would have money left over. Thanks for your help but sense the Turbocharger kit come with an almost full suspension should I just save some money and get them removed when I buy the kit.

n/a_threat

Don't forget a forged cobra crank and possibly a new fly wheel. You will be safe up to 700 base hp. Consult w/ VT.

da boss

I was told that I wouldn't need a Forged crank for what horsepower I am trying to run because that engine uses a 8 bolt crank. Is this not true or am I just misunderstanding something.

Dark_Horse

you are misunderstanding you will have to have a forged crank.

da boss

oh dang that sucks because I was trying to stretch my dollars
Would I really need a new transmission for 600 horsepower or do I need to upgrade to a TKO600