The patented STS™ turbo system is the only remote mounted turbo system on the market for your Camaro or Firebird. Mounting the turbo system remotely has several key advantages, including increased performance, better gas
mileage and a short install time. Check out Thunder Racing's own STS turbocharge 2001 Camaro Z28.
Benefits Include:
Ease of
installation. STS turbo systems can be installed in 4-6 hours with standard tools and average mechanical ability.
Performance Sound. The turbo acts as a muffler and sounds like an
aftermarket performance muffler. Turbo spool and rushing air from the blow-off valve make a unique sound that will turn heads!
No need for major modifications to your vehicle. STS systems are
designed to bolt on using factory mounts without cutting or modifying your vehicle.
Increased gas mileage. Unlike a belt driven supercharger, the turbo utilizes "wasted" energy leaving
your tailpipe. Most of our customers get 2-4 mpg increase in gas mileage.
Lower underhood temperatures. No need to worry about melting wires, hoses, or other components.
Easily converts back to stock in less than an hour.
More room under the hood. Future repair work or modifications will not require the expense of removing the turbo
system to allow access to any of the engine components.
Cooler oil to the turbo. Cool oil is better for both the turbo and engine.
Approximately 500°F lower turbo
temperatures. Eliminates the need for a turbo-timer, which allows the engine to run after the car is shut off in order to cool down the turbo and prevent oil and bearing damage.
Denser exhaust
gasses drive the turbo turbine wheel more efficiently.
Built-in intercooling. Intake piping provides ~50% intercooler efficiency. There is no need for the expense, pressure drop, and
installation problems associated with a front mounted intercooler.
Turbo is exposed to ambient air rather than underhood air. Allows for better cooling of turbo components.
No need for expensive headers, mufflers, or exhaust systems.
Turbo is closer to the tail pipe outlet. Provides a better pressure differential across the turbine wheel
which promotes better flow across turbine.
Better weight transfer. Increases traction because the bulk of system is mounted in rear of vehicle rather than up front.
Less
noise in the passenger compartment.
Quieter wastegates, especially if vented to atmosphere.
Better engine cooling capacity.
Please note: It is
recommended for any forced induction application that you make modifications to ensure an adequate fuel supply, as well as an accurate boost gauge and wide band O2 sensor for proper tuning and monitoring of your vehicle. Thunder Racing recommends the purchase and installation of a complete Racetronix fuel system, larger fuel injectors (30 lb minimum), and custom tuning when installing an STS
turbo system. Polished Meg's exhaust tip seen in photos below is not included, but available seperately (3" inlet tips only). For a decorative touch on your STS
turbocharged car, use MBA's LT1 F-Body radiator shroud (part #15-90715) to replace your factory shroud which no longer uses the LS1 style lid and filter.
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