On the dyno at C&A Auto Fashion this once V6 VX is now powered by a turbocharged LS1 V8 engine. The standard stroke engine has been given a forged upgrade and boost comes from a Garrett GTX45R turbocharger making strong power on regular pump unleaded fuel through a Powerglide transmission.
Holden VX Commodore
GM LS1 346ci V8 engine
Forged pistons & rods
ARP head & main studs
C&A spec turbo hydraulic camshaft
PAC dual valve springs, pushrods
Double row timing chain, tie bar lifters, modified oil pump
C&A turbo kit – Garrett GTX45R turbocharger
4in dump pipe, twin 3in exhaust system
Powerglide transmission
TCE stall converter
GM computer, pump 98-RON unleaded
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