01-01-2012, 04:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Kostamojen
First of all, the FA20 is HEAVIER than an EJ motor.
Second, the H6 is only 50lbs heavier than an EJ.
Thirdly, a Turbo along with all the associated bits and pieces adds about 50lbs.
Lastly, with the BRZ/FRS, the Turbo is going to have to go IN FRONT of the motor meaning all that weight is going to upset the balance with a turbo motor too, so either way its going to change the balance of the car.
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lets not forget that those extra two cylinders will be going IN FRONT as well. and forced induction absolutely does not have to weigh that much
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