Originally posted by fordracing89:
First off I understand the SVT engine has a higher c/r than the stock Contout. Everything I have read leads me to believe it is 10.5:1 right? I know 2k had a slightly higher C/R and is more adaptive to mods. Less I have a 99 that was built in 10/98
98-99 had 10:1 compression. 2000 was bumped up to 10.25:1.
Quote:
First off how safe is it to boost the stock engine with the turbo? As it seems to be the most effecient.
Depends on which year. In your case, a 99 which is trouble. Check the 3.0L forum for the piston durability thread stickied at the top. Keyser put down 292 whp on his STOCK 2.5L. As to my knowledge, he never had any problems with it.
Quote:
Second the crank is forged but not the rods, pistons, and related hardware am I mistaken?
Again check the thread in the 3.0L forum. Crank and rods will support more than you throw at it. It supported 300 whp on Tom's 3.0L. But his pistons, thats a different story.  Upgrade to some Sealed Power pistons.
Quote:
Third anyone that has put boost to a stock engine and a safe tune what kind of longevity have you seen and has it seriously affected driveability on a daily basis?
Yes, quite a few have. I think Keysers car has seen over 1000 dyno pulls and few drag strip runs and its still holding up nicely. 
Quote:
Fourth How much of a PITA is it to install this kit and is the tune that comes with it safe?
Its easier to install if the engine is out of the car, because the turbo manifolds are kind of a pain without the right tools. And no, ADC sends you a bogus tune so you blow up your engine!  Of course, they send you a safe tune!
Check out the Forced Induction info thread stickied at the top and arizonadynochip.com for more information.
Jim Hahn
1996 T-Red Contour SE Reborn 4/6/04
3.0L swap and Arizona Dyno Chip Turbo Kit
364 whp, 410 wtq @ 4,700 rpm
| 
