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Expert: - 12/16/2007


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I grew up repairing old Pontiacs and I am interested in putting a turbo setup in a 66/67 GTO convertible, but I don't know much about them.

I'd like to learn the technology and know how to do it.  Any help?

What type of box would I need? 6-al? 7-al?

Thanks :)

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The '67 is a much prettier car, nicer trim package. - - -and I would LOVE to get my hands on a '67 Grand Prix w/400, or 428.

You need to get the book:  "Maximum Boost" by Corky Bell ,  It's available from Amazon.com for about $15 or $16.00 .

I've never worked with forced induction and I do know that Corky is a real qhiz at it!

Good luck with your project and do let me know how it turns out.  

Sorry I couldn't offer more help.  

Dan Liddy
Sarasota, Florida

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Anything concerning race cars, 20 years competition experience, Senior Competition Driver Instructor , car builder, mechanic, welding, fabrication, tuning , engine modifications, set up, suspension design. Specializing in Datsun/Nissan products. Please submit questions about RACE CARS ONLY. No street cars, no video game scenarios Thank you.

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I have been racing for 20 years, I have been the Central Florida SCCA Regional Championship points for 5 years running, and won the championship in my class 2 times. During my first start in the 60's I won many solo awards and the State Championship Drags. I serve as a senior instructor for SCCA, and have taught in Mercedes AMG events at Daytona, and Dodge Viper Days at Sebring International. I have been in the thick of the competition for all of my career. At one time or another I have driven race cars at speeds nearing 195 MPH. It's quite a ride !

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