Custom Turbo for an SVTF? - The Ford Focus Forum

**KBD7** · 06-28-2009, 04:49 PM

Hey everyone. So i picked up a 2002 Focus SVT in march and have loved every minute of it. When i was 15 i saw the SVT focus come out at my dads work(he works up at FORD). Now that i own one I'm like a little kid in a candy store! Anyways, I've kept my car stock till now. I blew a head gasket and maybe worse(stupid coolant hoses). I got used SVT motor with less miles then mine. I want to build a custom turbo but dont know the limit for boost on a stock motor. Its my daily driver. Any suggestions....

**GapBoyPCS** · 06-28-2009, 08:17 PM

Welcome to FocalJet.

I'm going to move this to our Forced Induction section for some technical input. But also feel free to leaf through our SVT Headquarters section for some other tidbits about modifying your SVTF.

**hEaT** · 06-28-2009, 08:20 PM

What turbo? The biggest, most important thing is the tune. Any amount of boost with a bad tune can ruin the motor. I believe the record is around 360 or 380whp on a stock SVT engine.

**bmylez** · 06-28-2009, 08:25 PM

John (Orange03SVT) pulled 386whp completely stock block. Don't try that at home, though. I'm shooting for 350whp on race gas, even less for DD. Most people seem to be very happy with 300whp and it's very very safe for an SVT.

**AcIdBuRn02ZTS** · 06-28-2009, 09:07 PM

^^
bingo... im shooting for around 300-340whp on 93oct using svt internals....

http://www.xiosmotorworks.com/xios_svt_focus_turbo.html

xios still produces a turbo kit for the svt i believe... you'd need to contact them to find out more info... but the turbo they use is the same turbo john used to hit 360+whp daily driven... but he had quite a bit of custom work also....

i think topspeedperformance has a turbo kit on the market now aswell...

anyways... stock svt motor will support 350whp with a SOLID tune without too much hassle... the tranny and axles will hold up fine... the clutch will self destruct... so plan on picking up a clutch/flywheel combo from somewhere... (i prefer southbend clutch... im running the svt 6spd in my sedan and thats the company that built the clutch for my turbo project)

anyways... good luck with your mods
-AcId-

**cfmfocus2** · 06-30-2009, 03:04 PM

We offer the DIY tubo kit, which is the manifold, turbo, wastegate, and flanges. Click here for more information on that. We do offer all the other individual part like the blow off valve, boost controller, silicone hoses, clamps, intercooler, and so on for someone to make a custom turbo kit.

**KBD7** · 07-01-2009, 02:05 AM

how much boost could i push on a stock SVT motor. The new motor i'm putting in is a used svt motor but only has 52000 miles.

**venomrogue** · 07-01-2009, 02:39 AM

off topic, but where in dallas are you.

you need to come out monday nights with us.

**cfmfocus2** · 07-01-2009, 09:17 AM

I would recommend 8 to 12 psi on the the stock engine. I have seen people do more, but I rather recommend staying conservative on how much boost to run.

**KBD7** · 07-01-2009, 01:23 PM

north dallas...plano area. ok cool thanks.

**venomrogue** · 07-01-2009, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KBD7

north dallas...plano area. ok cool thanks.

cool. Im in Garland.

www.texassportcompact.com

**WRCwannabe** · 07-01-2009, 08:04 PM

venomrogue is recruiting more soldiers for the TSC army

**focusonwheels** · 07-01-2009, 11:28 PM

should i expect the call back?

**bmylez** · 07-02-2009, 11:00 AM

To keep things simple, I also recommend CFM's DIY kit then buy the other necessary components. It will be one of the cheapest options while still getting high-quality parts. With the SPA 5250 turbo included in the CFM kit, you can run between 250 - 280whp, depending on boost level. Maybe more if you wan to crank up boost a little more.

**chrisislost86** · 07-02-2009, 01:22 PM

Xios is what I would recommend to you!

If you email he please be patient, as I know he has not been very well.

**KBD7** · 07-02-2009, 04:50 PM

Xios would be good but i paid 4500 for my SVTF and i really dont want to spend the same amount on a turbo! With a kid on the way my fiance told me to do whatever i want within reason! So its my last toy for some time.

**Ja-Red** · 07-02-2009, 07:47 PM

If you are on a tight budget you may be able to piece a kit together for 3grand or so but, I would recommend a used supercharger kit they can be had for $2000 with tuning which I gather would be more in your price range.

**focalized31** · 07-02-2009, 10:22 PM

^^^^x2

**focusonwheels** · 07-03-2009, 01:14 AM

For sale forum all day!

06-28-2009, 04:49 PM	#1 (permalink)
KBD7 Rookie Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8	Custom Turbo for an SVTF? Hey everyone. So i picked up a 2002 Focus SVT in march and have loved every minute of it. When i was 15 i saw the SVT focus come out at my dads work(he works up at FORD). Now that i own one I'm like a little kid in a candy store! Anyways, I've kept my car stock till now. I blew a head gasket and maybe worse(stupid coolant hoses). I got used SVT motor with less miles then mine. I want to build a custom turbo but dont know the limit for boost on a stock motor. Its my daily driver. Any suggestions....

06-28-2009, 08:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
GapBoyPCS Moderator Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Waterloo/Toronto/GTA, Ontario, Canada Posts: 10,218	Re: New to the Jet Welcome to FocalJet. I'm going to move this to our Forced Induction section for some technical input. But also feel free to leaf through our SVT Headquarters section for some other tidbits about modifying your SVTF. __________________ Richard - 2002 ZTS \| Sangria Red \| 433,000+ km...Be Bold, Stay Focused 24-7 Redline Rendezvous \| OFOC - Ontario Focus Owners Club \| SVTOA-Toronto [FJ] focaljet - Forum Guidelines - Welcome to the Jet - Team Canada - FJ Store - Sponsors - SEARCH

06-28-2009, 08:20 PM	#3 (permalink)
hEaT I <3 UC^3 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: CT Posts: 7,435	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? What turbo? The biggest, most important thing is the tune. Any amount of boost with a bad tune can ruin the motor. I believe the record is around 360 or 380whp on a stock SVT engine. __________________ 2001 Twilight Blue ZX3 - Volant Intake, FC 65mm TB, SVT Header, RT High Flow Cat, SVTF Borla Exhaust, Koni's 1985 Nimbus Grey Merkur XR4Ti - Work In Progress Tuned By: Bristol Dyno

06-28-2009, 08:25 PM	#4 (permalink)
bmylez Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Lackland AFB, TX Posts: 1,914	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? John (Orange03SVT) pulled 386whp completely stock block. Don't try that at home, though. I'm shooting for 350whp on race gas, even less for DD. Most people seem to be very happy with 300whp and it's very very safe for an SVT. __________________ 2002 SVTF: custom cams, Thunderbolt HFC, HKS exhaust, etc. SBC stg 3 + Torsen LSD = :-D Aaron @ English Racing - "I can't remember the last time I was impressed by a Ford, but I was impressed by yours."

06-28-2009, 09:07 PM	#5 (permalink)
AcIdBuRn02ZTS Senior TEAM Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Boonville, IN Posts: 2,271	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? ^^ bingo... im shooting for around 300-340whp on 93oct using svt internals.... http://www.xiosmotorworks.com/xios_svt_focus_turbo.html xios still produces a turbo kit for the svt i believe... you'd need to contact them to find out more info... but the turbo they use is the same turbo john used to hit 360+whp daily driven... but he had quite a bit of custom work also.... i think topspeedperformance has a turbo kit on the market now aswell... anyways... stock svt motor will support 350whp with a SOLID tune without too much hassle... the tranny and axles will hold up fine... the clutch will self destruct... so plan on picking up a clutch/flywheel combo from somewhere... (i prefer southbend clutch... im running the svt 6spd in my sedan and thats the company that built the clutch for my turbo project) anyways... good luck with your mods -AcId- __________________ *2002 - Twilight Blue ZTS* Built Engine, Getrag 6spd w/ Quaife, Full Eibach Suspension, 16" Enkei J10's wrapped in Pirelli P-Zero's... Killing Tires Thru 3rd @ 10psi - 20+psi Soon To Come http://www.sounddomain.com/ride/2523022 *1987 - Black MKIII Supra NA Targa* Stock... for the time being.

06-30-2009, 03:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
cfmfocus2 Premier Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 1,218	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? We offer the DIY tubo kit, which is the manifold, turbo, wastegate, and flanges. Click here for more information on that. We do offer all the other individual part like the blow off valve, boost controller, silicone hoses, clamps, intercooler, and so on for someone to make a custom turbo kit. __________________ William - Sales Dept / Central Florida Motorsports, Inc. - Est 1996 william@c-f-m.com / Live Chat / 407.339.9211 / Subscribe to CFM Forum

07-01-2009, 02:05 AM	#7 (permalink)
KBD7 Rookie Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? how much boost could i push on a stock SVT motor. The new motor i'm putting in is a used svt motor but only has 52000 miles.

07-01-2009, 02:39 AM	#8 (permalink)
venomrogue Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 3,274	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? off topic, but where in dallas are you. you need to come out monday nights with us. __________________ Old and Busted: 2002 Fully built Powerworks ZX3 New Hotness: 2004 Comp Orange JRSC SVT As well as TWO 2002 Red SVT's Parts by Karl @ Massive Speed System (www.massivespeedsystem.com) Tuning and porting by Mark @ Skidmark Racing (turbof150.com)

07-01-2009, 09:17 AM	#9 (permalink)
cfmfocus2 Premier Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 1,218	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? I would recommend 8 to 12 psi on the the stock engine. I have seen people do more, but I rather recommend staying conservative on how much boost to run. __________________ William - Sales Dept / Central Florida Motorsports, Inc. - Est 1996 william@c-f-m.com / Live Chat / 407.339.9211 / Subscribe to CFM Forum

07-01-2009, 01:23 PM	#10 (permalink)
KBD7 Rookie Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? north dallas...plano area. ok cool thanks.

07-01-2009, 08:04 PM	#12 (permalink)
WRCwannabe TEAM Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 918	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? venomrogue is recruiting more soldiers for the TSC army __________________ Wings & Teeth ™ ("I'm U.S. with a little bit of U.K. swagger" ™ )

07-01-2009, 11:28 PM	#13 (permalink)
focusonwheels TEAM Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: southern,california Posts: 419	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? should i expect the call back?

07-02-2009, 11:00 AM	#14 (permalink)
bmylez Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Lackland AFB, TX Posts: 1,914	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? To keep things simple, I also recommend CFM's DIY kit then buy the other necessary components. It will be one of the cheapest options while still getting high-quality parts. With the SPA 5250 turbo included in the CFM kit, you can run between 250 - 280whp, depending on boost level. Maybe more if you wan to crank up boost a little more. __________________ 2002 SVTF: custom cams, Thunderbolt HFC, HKS exhaust, etc. SBC stg 3 + Torsen LSD = :-D Aaron @ English Racing - "I can't remember the last time I was impressed by a Ford, but I was impressed by yours."

07-02-2009, 01:22 PM	#15 (permalink)
chrisislost86 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Derby UK Posts: 66	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? Xios is what I would recommend to you! If you email he please be patient, as I know he has not been very well. __________________ Kind regards Chris From sunny UK lol PS Xios SVT Turbo kit is the way forward!!!! and soon to be 450bhp MSN : Chrisislost@hotmail.com Web sites : www.xiosmotorworks.com , www.pumaspeed.co.uk , www.jam-sport.co.uk , http://sitechracing.co.uk

07-02-2009, 04:50 PM	#16 (permalink)
KBD7 Rookie Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? Xios would be good but i paid 4500 for my SVTF and i really dont want to spend the same amount on a turbo! With a kid on the way my fiance told me to do whatever i want within reason! So its my last toy for some time.

07-02-2009, 10:22 PM	#18 (permalink)
focalized31 Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: McAllen, TX Posts: 1,112	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? ^^^^x2 __________________ -Chris

07-03-2009, 01:14 AM	#19 (permalink)
focusonwheels TEAM Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: southern,california Posts: 419	Re: Custom Turbo for an SVTF? For sale forum all day!

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