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Upgrading from VF28
Hi guys,
I have a '99 STI and was after some more power. I bought a GD intercooler (not yet installed) and wanted to upgrade my stock turbo. I have the usual mods of TBE, Walbro fuel pump, and intake which makes about 244 hp. I know going from a VF28 to a VF34 isn't much of an upgrade in some peoples minds but would like to hear from someone who has done this and their thoughts as to if it's worth it. If not, I would like some other turbo options. My main goal is more low to midrange grunt. Thanks. |
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If you want more low to midrange grunt, VF24. I believe the VF34 is slightly bigger then the VF28 so that would not achieve what you want.
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A VF34 has a lot more midrange punch than a VF28/Vf29 - mainly due to the 34 having a far more modern Compressor wheel compared to the 28/29.
The VF34 is effectively a ball bearing version of the VF24 - Both have the same P18 hotside. The 34 has a slightly larger compressor and holds high rpm power better due to this. You should see somewhere around 260-270hp ath with the VF34, GD sti cooler & re-tune - the spool is nearly identical to the vf28/29 too. The best I got out of my Vf34 was 320hp at the hubs @ 1.7bar (on my built motor with cams).
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Vf34
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Ordered!!!
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From the reading I have done on the vf34, it seems as though if I get a P20 housing (rather than P18) I will gain more top end power and lose a bit on the low end. If anyone has gone from a P18 to a P20 housing on their vf34 can you share your experience with us?
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Vf34 gc8
Brand new everything just done 10,000k on motor
Bottom end Brand new sti 2.5L set of cosworth cams heavy duty valve spring full recon heads ARP head stud kit Timing belt full kit inc tensioner Face fly wheel Excedy racing clutch kit 6spd R180 4,1 Vipec ecu VF34 IHI housing empire unequal header Twin system four tip Dyno 355hp 245kw 7000rpm 12psi Whoop ass 11.741 No limits blew rear diff,too many launch but love it do it again This is a first tune safe tune/ Wheels rota drift 18x10 offset 38 Will take the limits off on the next dyno and open her up more to red line I have another one just come back from dyno 411 awhp 537 torque safe tune Track tune capable of 750+ 2.7L stroker extreme built with all the fruit |
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Got a dyno sheet of the 411 hp run? Was it this one from 18 months ago? Quote:
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Yeah Rossco ASG did all the dyno for both cars I have all the paper work for everything that is done to it Forgive my rudeness for not posting and update as you can see the time I log on or get to look on the net.Shaun should have dyno records of these two cars cause Vipec ecu programe {not all vipec are direct plug in with gc8}Not all dyno are the same too as Ive already tested this theory out with other awd dyno I did really wanted a 22b but after much effort of finding one and at the time there was only one going and already sold to a fellar in USA I decided to built something with the same year as the 22b I do have 3 wrx all gc8 {97/98 Sti with the open hatch on the roof that I have not added in the RA section Vin check but already check as a version3/4} Also 98 evo club spec/ and a 98 wrx with the fibreglass widebody I kept all the boxes that parts came with so I know which works good and last and which not to buy As you know performance parts do not carry warranty You break it but another one
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