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10-14-2018, 01:48 PM | #1 |
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Worth going forged internals for reliability ?
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After going over all the threads I found, I’d appreciate some feedback regarding my personal situation... I have a 2013 BRZ with 90k km on it, which I turbo’ed last year (340 crank hp on 94 octane, (270whp) and 260 tq). I’d like to be able to keep it another 6-8 years and thus looking for long term reliability. It’s my yearly daily driver including snowy winters, and I plan to do 1-3 days of HPDE per year, in a beginner group. I installed a dual oil cooler-radiator to keep oil temps at bay. I’m not an agressive driver, but will do like good accelarations from time to time. The clutch just got replaced, as the stock one was starting to slip. I do not really have higher power goals, I would not mind having a bit more low end torque for passing on the highway when in 6th speed at 120km/hr, but otherwise, the tq I have I find is more than sufficient, and makes for a super predictable and balanced car during the HPDEs. Currently, max tq is achieved at 4k rpm and stays until redline. The professional tune done on dyno keeps tq lower up to that to protect the rods. My goal is really to maintain long term reliability for many years to come, and protect the drivetrain and tranny to avoid such replacement costs. I have now invested a substancial amount in this car which I absolutely love, now I’m trying to see what is the logical and financially sound approach for the long term, as buying a new car this fun to drive would cost a lot more... I have been recommended to invest in a built engine with forged internals to avoid bad surprises and long term reliability. Any recommendations for or againts such investment from your experience? Would this be a sound*»investment*» in attemping to keep the car for 6-8 more years ? Will it truly bring more reliability, or will the fact of having to take apart and rebuild the block actually cause other things to fail ? I understand forged internals would allow me to add substantial more power, but I would not want to put myself in a situation where I’d need to upgrade tires, tranny, axles, fuel pump, etc, etc to keep the car reliable. Based on all I’ve read, my current setup is already just below the typically mentionned 300whp «safe*reliabilty point*» for stock internals. I am aware there is nothing garanteed and lots of factors involved, but The input from those with lots of experience would be much appreciated to help me enjoying my BRZ for years to come safely and reliably. Thanks in advance, Last edited by falcon_wizard; 10-14-2018 at 02:03 PM. |
10-14-2018, 02:54 PM | #2 |
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I wanna say forged internals are for someone wanting more than the safe level of boost.
"Reliability" works but I've heard it'd be like 10k for a built engine and 10k doesn't sound like reliability. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk
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Save the money on the side and get a new OEM block when/if the current one grenades. Cheaper and less of a headache.
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2017+ blocks are supposed to be a bit stronger but not sure how much in practical terms. For road racing I would run a conservative tune anyway; for an occasional street pull can run a bit more hp/tq.
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This is what I am thinking to get Short block low compression https://crawfordperformance.com/coll...12172301402185 and installation kit https://crawfordperformance.com/coll...z-fr-s-gt86-86 plus high-boost pulley, injectors, fuel pump, cooling upgrades, tune, labor. Looking like a little less than $10K over the JRSC I already have. I wouldn't do any of this without the built short block. |
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Built engines aren't inherently more reliable. I think reliability comes from responsible driving habits and preventative measures taken ( as you have with the oil cooler). I'd make sure you're doing anything you can to reduce knock correction ( better have catch cans!) and be extremely cognizant of your oil level. If it's survived this long, surely you're doing something right; I will agree with the sentiment that you should buy another block to be ready if something happens to this one, it's the cheapest path, it's a proven path, and it's a familiar path.
If you want more power, go with a built block, but understand that they have their own needs and aren't any safer from a reliability standpoint; building a brick wall that's thicker to withstand impact is great, but if the foundation is poor it'll come down regardless. Running a built engine low on oil, or thinking it'll withstand knock detonation much better would be silly ideals. Look at all the built WRXs and STIs that end up with multiple rebuilds. They aren't treating the principle cause of their failure and are just throwing big money at parts because nobody helps them understand the real reason for failure. |
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IMO, you are probably more likely to have an issue with spun bearings than anything else. I'd take steps to ensure that oiling is as little an issue as possible.
Edit: @DarkPira7e is right. A catch can would be a worthy investment. Take the time to read through this thread if you haven't already. |
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so how much power are you getting with 10k of built and say an edelbrock? |
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Detune it a bit, or build in a lot of failsafes. Do every supporting mod as appropriate.
I have 38 track days on my turboed stock engine, with maps going up to 450 crank hp on Ethanol. |
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Is there anything else I missed I should be looking into ? Cheers |
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