Black Friday bought a MS3pro Evo from DIYautotune along with smart coils and several connectors. Not really on track for a 12/31/23 first drive, but progress nonetheless. I've also spent far too much time lately trying to be a cheapskate and learn what I can about turbochargers so I don't have to consult a professional. I'm planning on running e85-e100 fuel. The mass of fuel entering combustion and consequently needing room in the exhaust turbine has been an interesting development. I initially thought that a relatively large compressor was a good idea for Bonneville due to the thinner air. Now I'm thinking an 80/117 compressor 96/88 turbine with a 1.30ar may be the best (affordable) option. Any thoughts on that for a 4.2l on fuel?
For the fuel system I'm leaning towards a cable driven mechanical style pump. Question for the group: Would it be a good idea to run an electric fuel pump to prime a mechanical fuel system, or is it best to keep it simple and only run mechanical?
Generally speaking, the turbocharger compressor flow rate is directly related to the engine power output. If you want 1,000 hp for example, you need enough air to make it with. The turbine side can have a choking effect if too small, but it is less of a problem compared to the compressor side. Yes, the Pressure Ratio will go up a bit as compared to sea level, so you do need to take that into consideration when designing the system.
Regarding the fuel pump, Yes, I run a cable driven mechanical fuel pump with an electric primer pump. Works great. Running E-85 or any fuel for that matter in a high horsepower engine a mechanical pump is a good idea. As the flow & pressure demands go up, the amperage goes way up & actual electric pump flow rate drops. Not the best situation for a race engine.