hx35(w) vs hx40 vs s300
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hx35(w) vs hx40 vs s300
well guys my turbo is starting to make tinkering noises like its on its way out. according to the mods in my sig which is about all i will be doing power wise, which is the better or the turbos i can upgrade to. i really dont want to spend 1000 bucks on a turbo if i dont have to. what turbo and what size should i go after and the truck will be a 5 speed.
is it worth paying the 1000 bucks for an s300 or is a used hx40 a good route as well? and since its in a chevy, i dont have firewall clearance like the dodges do, so i need the exhaust housing not to be super long so it doesnt hit my firewall. any ideas?
is it worth paying the 1000 bucks for an s300 or is a used hx40 a good route as well? and since its in a chevy, i dont have firewall clearance like the dodges do, so i need the exhaust housing not to be super long so it doesnt hit my firewall. any ideas?
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Here is a good little read for deciding what turbo will fit your HP needs. As far as affordability, I don't know what to say. It sounds like you need a turbo asap. I've seen some awesome deals on craigslist for used turbos lately. If you could hold out at all and save up for an S300, I would. Good luck, pickin.
Selecting the best turbo for your application is a matter of choosing the right turbo for your intended power level and your intended
Selecting the best turbo for your application is a matter of choosing the right turbo for your intended power level and your intended
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Cummins01 (02-06-2014)
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not to make fun but thats why i ditched my stock down pipe, i think it would be a better idea to fab one up then put that kinked thing on. and from what i have heard the HX40s have weak shafts that tend to break under certin conditions, correct me if i'm wrong. I'm saving up for an s300 just seems to be a better turbo all around(and i have plans for twins one day and s300's make for a good upper turbo)
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i would love to get an s300, i just cant afford to spend that much on a turbo right now thats why im leaning towards the hx40. and i know the sharp bend in the downpipe sucks but i think BTI was referring to when i said i have VERY limited room for firewall space and he is right. i dont have anywhere close to enough room to run a bigger downpipe.
as for the hx40 being a little weaker, they are also very easy to rebuild from what it looks like. is that true?
as for the hx40 being a little weaker, they are also very easy to rebuild from what it looks like. is that true?
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A regular HX40 has the same shaft as an HX35. They are by no means "weak." Have you ever heard of a 1st Gen breaking an HX40's shaft? Nope, me neither. The people who break shafts on HX40's are the 500rwhp P-Pump pulling trucks who have absolutely no buisness running one.
You have nothing to worry about running an HX40 on a 1st Gen. That being said, they also make "Super HX40's" which have stronger shafts, a 7 blade wheel and move more air than a standard HX40.
You have nothing to worry about running an HX40 on a 1st Gen. That being said, they also make "Super HX40's" which have stronger shafts, a 7 blade wheel and move more air than a standard HX40.