Need help on Turbocharging a 318

7duce swinger said

Ah ok thanks... A/r .48, so im guessing i need to go twins since it is small right? Auto trans at the moment, right now stock tank, to an elec. Fuel pump, not sure of hose size. Is there a specific fuel supply needed for a turbo set up. 245/60/14's right now .. Will it be a problem, if i go to 295's Later on?? As for cam i was planning on getting one for the turbo, right now i have a thumper hyd flat tappet, can i get away with using this cam or will i have to go with a cam for turbo specific applications? Yes i know its not the end of the road, i know im going to need more stuff to comlete it. Thanks for the replies

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Yes you are going to need twins no doubt. Those are pretty small. 295 Tires will be fine, the Taller the gear just about the better with a Turbo. I would use everything you have right now. You will most likely need a new fuel pump. I like the GSL-392 from Walbro. They are about $100.00 and it will flow enough to support 600HP Easily. You will also need a regulator and a by pass ran back to the tank. Don't forget you will need a Boost Ready Carb or you will need to build one on your own. Your converter for the 318 will probably be good enough for now. Are you going to use stock manifolds and flip the sides or Headers??