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Originally Posted by Hades
Thanks for the suggestion. I've heard the trans & engine is a ticking time bomb at 300whp+, though, does e85 really help with the reliability that much?
Has there been any reliability problems with this on the stock engine? I'm really just looking for some more low-mid range torque where I don't have to worry about *any* reliability issues (mostly worried about blown engine/trans). I'm fine with running the ~260 whp even. I'm just not sold this thing will last 100k+ miles - especially since I have a '13 motor, and I've heard lots of nightmares about spun bearings/thrown rods (both N/A and F/I).
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There is no firm number on when the engine will fail. Each engine has variance from the factory, and at 300whp, you're nearly double the original factory specification.
Edelbrock is confident enough in their CARB level of output, that they will warranty your powertrain. It's up to you to decide if 300whp is okay for you or not.
That being said, CSG has built hundreds (yes, literally hundreds) of FI/E85 setups locally that have run without issue, and many are approaching that 100k mark.
It all really depends on how you use the power. If you want to be nice to the engine, keep the RPMs high when you are flooring it, keep your oil cool, and perform regular maintenance with top shelf products.
My turbo car is at 300wtq 360whp, and I track it.