NeverLow
10-02-2012, 02:11 PM
Hey guys, I am brand new on here, so I am sorry if there is already another build topic on this. But I want to turbo my '92 Lebaron 3.0 V6 Convt. I have a 2nd identical 3.0 out of a minivan that I am going to break down and rebuild for this project. I have a bunch of ideas on how I am going to go about this, but it is my first Mopar build, and its one nobody seems to have really done. There has been some research and speculation, and the failing of the Daytona IROC which would have had this set up. My biggest issue right now is I am hearing so many opinions on which turbo to use. I only want to push about 10lbs and have about 300bhp. I am not trying to fly around, just want it to be a quick little daily driver.
I got this car for free in trade, and just about everything done to it so far has been free or by trade as well. In total, I have had this car for a year and a half, and besides regular maintenance, I have less than $1000 in this car. It has over 200k on it, but I don't know how much because my ODO stopped. The engine is still running strong, but when it blows up, I would like to keep the car and have some fun with it. These are the ideas/plans/current mods I have for the vehicle. Will post pictures of all soon. Any help, advice, connections anybody can help with is greatly appreciated. Hope you guys like it!!
1992 Chrysler LeBaron LX Convertible 3.0 V6 Turbo Project
Interior:
Reupholster seats from leather to cloth (2 tone Black & red w/hair resistant backing) - done
Reupholster center console w/custom embossing - done
Carpet from Burgundy to Black - $150
Headliner from Burgundy to Black w/red stitching
Black accents throughout - done
Hardwired phone charger & ipod charger - done
Cobra radar detector - done
Audio:
Eclipse Headunit - done
(2) Kicker 6.5” Woofers (Doors) - done
(2) 4” Image Dynamics Coaxial (Dash) - done
(2) Sundown SA-8’s (fiberglassed into rear panels)
Audiopipe mini 4 channel amp (APSM4080)
Audiopipe mini monoblock amp (APSM1500)
Exterior:
5% Sides & Back Window, 40% Windshield Tint - done
Flat Black Paint (EVERYTHING)
New Black Haartz Stayfast Canvas Top w/back glass & defrost
Converted Dual HL to Single Projectors w/55W 6k Bi-Xenon HID - done
Clear front markers w/single LED projector switchbacks
CREE Reverse Bulbs - done
Performance (New Motor Build - Mitsubishi 6G72 V6):
Performance engine rebuild kit - (Forward Motion?) (RPM Machine?)
GATES 33488 180 Thermostat - $10 - done
Underdrive Pulley System - $180 (Forward Motion)
Upgraded 52 mm Throttle Body from a 3.3L, then ported to 56 mm - done
Custom turbo manifold - $900-1000 (Forward Motion)
2.5" Custom Turbo-back Exhaust - $900 (Forward Motion)
Hickok Performance Chips - $425 (Andy's Auto Sport)
NGK GR4 spark plugs & Magnecor Ignition Wires (8.5mm/8.8mm) - $120
Mitsubishi VR4/Dodge Stealth R/T Factory Fuel Injectors - $40/ea.
Factory VR4 Turbo? Factory 16G Turbo? Garret T3 Turbo? <---- Need help deciding
ARP Bolts/Studs
New Crankshaft, Valves, Pistons & Rods
High flow oil pump
255 lph fuel pump - $120 (Forward Motion)
New fuel rails
Adjustable fuel regulator - $165 (Forward Motion)
Precision Front mount Intercooler w/piping & clamps - $650
Adjustable cam sprockets - $120
4-valve cylinder heads? <---- Very hard to find, only prototypes very rarely found
Intake & exhaust manifold and plenum ported <---- Probably do myself
Powder coated intake manifold, intercooler piping & valve cover (black)
Heavy duty motor mounts (F&Ri) - $160, bobble strut - $60, & trans mounts (Forward Motion)
Gauges (Boost, ATF)
Rebuild A604 w/new torque converter & limited slip diff - $2600 (Forward Motion)
Misc. lines, piping, gaskets, hardware, etc
Suspension:
Eibach Lowering Springs (progressive rate spring) - $300
Koni front struts - $370/pair
Koni rear adjustable shocks - $240/pair
Front suspension bushings - $145/set
Front sway bar - $190
Rear sway bar - $170
I got this car for free in trade, and just about everything done to it so far has been free or by trade as well. In total, I have had this car for a year and a half, and besides regular maintenance, I have less than $1000 in this car. It has over 200k on it, but I don't know how much because my ODO stopped. The engine is still running strong, but when it blows up, I would like to keep the car and have some fun with it. These are the ideas/plans/current mods I have for the vehicle. Will post pictures of all soon. Any help, advice, connections anybody can help with is greatly appreciated. Hope you guys like it!!
1992 Chrysler LeBaron LX Convertible 3.0 V6 Turbo Project
Interior:
Reupholster seats from leather to cloth (2 tone Black & red w/hair resistant backing) - done
Reupholster center console w/custom embossing - done
Carpet from Burgundy to Black - $150
Headliner from Burgundy to Black w/red stitching
Black accents throughout - done
Hardwired phone charger & ipod charger - done
Cobra radar detector - done
Audio:
Eclipse Headunit - done
(2) Kicker 6.5” Woofers (Doors) - done
(2) 4” Image Dynamics Coaxial (Dash) - done
(2) Sundown SA-8’s (fiberglassed into rear panels)
Audiopipe mini 4 channel amp (APSM4080)
Audiopipe mini monoblock amp (APSM1500)
Exterior:
5% Sides & Back Window, 40% Windshield Tint - done
Flat Black Paint (EVERYTHING)
New Black Haartz Stayfast Canvas Top w/back glass & defrost
Converted Dual HL to Single Projectors w/55W 6k Bi-Xenon HID - done
Clear front markers w/single LED projector switchbacks
CREE Reverse Bulbs - done
Performance (New Motor Build - Mitsubishi 6G72 V6):
Performance engine rebuild kit - (Forward Motion?) (RPM Machine?)
GATES 33488 180 Thermostat - $10 - done
Underdrive Pulley System - $180 (Forward Motion)
Upgraded 52 mm Throttle Body from a 3.3L, then ported to 56 mm - done
Custom turbo manifold - $900-1000 (Forward Motion)
2.5" Custom Turbo-back Exhaust - $900 (Forward Motion)
Hickok Performance Chips - $425 (Andy's Auto Sport)
NGK GR4 spark plugs & Magnecor Ignition Wires (8.5mm/8.8mm) - $120
Mitsubishi VR4/Dodge Stealth R/T Factory Fuel Injectors - $40/ea.
Factory VR4 Turbo? Factory 16G Turbo? Garret T3 Turbo? <---- Need help deciding
ARP Bolts/Studs
New Crankshaft, Valves, Pistons & Rods
High flow oil pump
255 lph fuel pump - $120 (Forward Motion)
New fuel rails
Adjustable fuel regulator - $165 (Forward Motion)
Precision Front mount Intercooler w/piping & clamps - $650
Adjustable cam sprockets - $120
4-valve cylinder heads? <---- Very hard to find, only prototypes very rarely found
Intake & exhaust manifold and plenum ported <---- Probably do myself
Powder coated intake manifold, intercooler piping & valve cover (black)
Heavy duty motor mounts (F&Ri) - $160, bobble strut - $60, & trans mounts (Forward Motion)
Gauges (Boost, ATF)
Rebuild A604 w/new torque converter & limited slip diff - $2600 (Forward Motion)
Misc. lines, piping, gaskets, hardware, etc
Suspension:
Eibach Lowering Springs (progressive rate spring) - $300
Koni front struts - $370/pair
Koni rear adjustable shocks - $240/pair
Front suspension bushings - $145/set
Front sway bar - $190
Rear sway bar - $170