Looking for solution to which pistons, rods, or stroker kit is the most "bang for your buck". I know ireland engineering has great prices on all. Looking for a bottom end that can support high boost off a turbo and alcohol. Post up your best deals you've found or your parts you are selling!
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Originally posted by z122643 View PostVAC motorsports
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"best deal" is pretty relative. If you're looking for an off-the-shelf kit then I'd say its a good option, but I am biased because I'm preparing to run one and happen to work @ IE.
You can piece it together cheaper yourself certainly (and just order pistons from IE), but the chances of success are variable to your experience and confidence. What someone says is easy or difficult on an online message board may or may not apply to you. Sounds like you've done most the grunt work already (whodwho setup, etc.).
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Originally posted by SkiFree View Post"best deal" is pretty relative. If you're looking for an off-the-shelf kit then I'd say its a good option, but I am biased because I'm preparing to run one and happen to work @ IE.
You can piece it together cheaper yourself certainly (and just order pistons from IE), but the chances of success are variable to your experience and confidence. What someone says is easy or difficult on an online message board may or may not apply to you. Sounds like you've done most the grunt work already (whodwho setup, etc.).
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sometimes one CBF looking around for parts and a kit fits the bill even if it cost a bit more.....
there are heaps of places that do all the hard work for you and will sell M20 aftermarket pistons. IE, VAC, MM, TE, PB.....
with rods Molnar are a economical brand if you dont want to pay top dollar for the big name brands or want something a bit better than S52 rods.89 E30 325is Lachs Silber - currently M20B31, M20B33 in the works, stroked to the hilt...
new build thread http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=317505
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Originally posted by MR 325 View PostS50/S52 crank, S50/S52 rods, and custom Ross pistons to your spec through IE.
This is the cheapest way to do it.
If you want to make serious power you're going to need head work too.
S50/52 crank and rods can handle 20+ psi, E85, and a heavy cam? and head works all done and good.
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Originally posted by MR 325 View PostS50/S52 crank, S50/S52 rods, and custom Ross pistons to your spec through IE.
This is the cheapest way to do it.
If you want to make serious power you're going to need head work too.
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Originally posted by SkiFree View Postyes, but you'd be safer and the engine would comparatively last a bit longer with an 84mm stroke (2.9L) setup. Frankly you'll find a million opinions out there, there is no cut and dry / right or wrong method. It's the blessing and curse of message boards.
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