henorek

Hi!
Can anyone outline what modifications I need to make to get 500hp +?

At the moment, I have made downpips, a wagner intercooler and air filters.
I assume I might also need W.3 Turbo Upgrade from Weistec but I heard that this modification does not do much in practice.
Another question is how much will the factory fuel system allow me? from what values do I have to think about changing the HPFP?

Thank you!

C43HeartBoost

HPFP, LPFP, e85 blend tune, intakes, catless DPs, and intercooler should get you there depending on the tune. Perhaps also add WMI.

henorek

Ok so are you skipping turbo upgrade? I heard opinions that turbo modifications are not worth it because the main limiting factor are the integrated manifolds

C43HeartBoost

There is not much (if any) real world data or information on a c43 with upgraded turbos that I am aware of. There is one user here with upgraded turbos and a built engine, but it has not been dialed in and fully tuned yet (at least not that he has posted).

anomen

Okay so I own a stage-2 eurogcharged C43 with downpipes and Fi-Exhaust yet I lost to a stock Camaro SS. In my opinion SS and C43 are same weight. In my opinion I think horsepower rankings are inflated for all tuning companies. The only way you can get 500+ is with stage 3 (upgraded turbo)

C43HeartBoost

A stock 2022 SS runs a 1/4 mile in 12.2 at 118 (based upon C&D). This is about equal to slightly slower than most stage 1 c43 Dragy results that I have seen on here - and is .2 to .5 slower than the stage 2 c43 Dragy results I have seen on here (though similar trap speeds - meaning a roll race with an SS would be closer than a drag race). With the assumption that your encounter was on a closed track: Either you raced from a roll and the Camero hit early, you did not get a good 60ft from a dig or your car is not performing on par with other similar tuned c43 owners.

DLAMG_1979

I've got a Snow Performance Water Meth kit that I just took of my car, would for sure help you in your quest to 500HP: https://mbworld.org/forums/market/853309

henorek

Sounds interesting, how often do you need to refill the meth tank on this?

DLAMG_1979

Depends on your settings and how hard you drive / how often you’re in boost spraying. I would refill the tank probably 2x/month. I bought a 5 Gallon VP Racing jug which I usually refilled monthly. A few local shops stock methanol, so I would usually buy a 5 gal bucket from them, which lasted me 2 months since you 50/50 mix it with distilled water. Just mixed myself.

Could also use Boost Juice but its pricier. Went through probably 4-5gallons a month when I ran that a few times.