I just got my car back from the shop finally. And I have been looking into power adders for my car.

The deal

I have a 1987 LB9 305TPI 700R4 Automatic Trans.

I have a friend that has a T-3 Turbo he isn't going to use. Problem is I would have to fab the stuff needed to make it work.

I have also looked into the ATI Pro Charger kits. I know I need to convert my car from the V-belt system to a serpentine system. My question is this.

The ATI Pro-chargers claim they will work on L98 engines with a Serpentine belt system. ATI warranties them to do so. Since a 305 is functionally the same, is there any reason I couldn't use this system on my engine once I have done the belt conversion?

My engine has 77,000 original miles on it. I just had the lifters replaced and my mechanic says my engine is in great shape. I should get alot more life left in it.

Should I build up and use my existing engine? Can I use the ATI system? Would my money be better spent on a L98 (I can get them cheaper complete then most 350 SB engines) Are ATI's power claims accurate.

My real goal for the car is sub 13's in the 1/4 and street legal. I do have to keep the TPI setup due to emissions laws where I am.

Looking for advice on the best course of action. Soon I should have my income tax. I won't have all the money needed to complete this project but I can be well on my way. Sorry for the long post but I need some advice. I am not as knowledgable on these matters as some of you guys are. I have worked with N/A engines to some degree but I don't know alot about forced induction.

 

Anyone? All I want to know is will the ATI system work on my engne? An LB9 305 with a serpentine conversion. Or would custom building the T3 Turbo be the best route to power? I know I need to build up the engine a bit before the turbo. I just want to know if the ATI kit will work.

 

It will work fine with the serpentine conversion. It all bolts up the same. You're probobly gonna need larger injectors though.

 

So I will need larger injectors to give it more fuel? Like 22#? 24#?

Anything I need to know to prep for this will be appreciated.