2.6 class

[craneman03]

I just wanted to get a few opinions. I have just recently purchased the 97 in my avatar. I got rid of my 24v in favor of this 12v so maybe i could start pulling. The truck is now running a 64/71/13ss. Is this a decent 2.6 turbo? I was thinking of upgrading to a 66 or calling sheids. would i be wasting my money? I just want to be somewhat competitive. Any input would be appreciated. This would be a new venture for me so just wanted a little info!:ft:

 

[JFlagg]

That turbo will work well... you could do better, but it will still work. Will also give you the option to pull 2.5 if you find that class.

 

[red dodge2]

thats a nice looking truck! i am wanting to find one my self.

 

[white1196]

be careful on those 66's sometimes they wont pass tech

 

[jackblack99]

if your set on gettin a 66.. give chris or glen at ED a call. they are up in michigan. they make real nice stuff.

 

[2Tone12V]

Guess Ill say it. That turbo is a good street charger but won't do crap for you in a 2.6 class.

 

[NOfullpullEL]

2.6

was this truck from kentucky?

 

[craneman03]

2.6

Yes I purchased from a guy in winchester, ky. You familiar with it?

 

[RickFox]

You will pull a lot further if you get rid of the black wheels, and not worry about a turbo. ha ha

Rick

 

[JFlagg]

Guess Ill say it. That turbo is a good street charger but won't do crap for you in a 2.6 class.

Not at a national level(Scheids,TS, etc...) but for brushpulls with a turbo limit it would do decent. Though any 66mm s300 can't compete with a 66mm s400 all things equal.

 

[kjpcummins]

imo alot of it comes down to how well a truck hooks.

 

[kino_fab]

I would pull it a few times and see how well the truck can hold its own first. I ran against many 2.6 trucks with my little 62/14 and did pretty decent usually running a slower gear than most. More power isn't always the answer. You have to have a good working truck to get that power to the ground and it be able to use it to its full potential. But if you do decide to go with a bigger turbo, I would look into a S465. It may not be the best thing to drive around on the street, but you should see quite a bit of difference in power once you get it lit.

 

[red dodge2]

i had a s300 based 66/71/14 on my 24v for a while. i was very happy with it on the track.

 

[Kman9090]

2tone is right if your going to compete in the 2.6 class your better off going with a bigger charger, i personally liked the S476 on my truck!

 

[TwoStroke]

Guess Ill say it. That turbo is a good street charger but won't do crap for you in a 2.6 class.

X2...good street charger....there are alot better turbos out for pulling IMO.