Power from 7a, looking for 200 Options

[FallenHero]

Ok, I have set my power goal for my 7a at 200 hp at the wheels.

Now the question is, how?

The obvious answer from most is 'slap on a turbo.' but that's not what I want to hear.

I am going to re-build my engine soon. Here is my plan:

Re-build enging to brand ,new stock condition + a 1.8-2.0mm head gasket to lower compression a hair. Then, underdrive pully, and retard the timing a hair with adjustable cam gears for a 'rolla. Turbocharger +large FMIC and about ten pounds of boost.(maybe up to 14psi).

I have also thought about calling up jet and having the rev-limiter on my car raised up to 6500-6800. What do you guys think about that?

So, with proper tuning and electronics, what kind of power output do yall think I'd get? I have seen turbo 7a's pulling 170ish, So I have high hopes.

keep in mind I am thinking outloud here so...

Thanks for reading.

Jon

[FallenHero]

Don't worry, those two books are the first two parts of my turbo set up I plan to buy

Also:Doggy, are you saying that 4agze pistons will fit 7a rods with the help of a good maching shop???????? Because that would save me some serious money.

If not, I found these guys last night. They look promising.

http://www.ariaspistons.com/

EDIT: I also have an auto tranny. I am told it will hold 200hp, but I doubt anybody really knows. I was thinking I would purchase a new torque converter that was more performance oriented.

This post has been edited by FallenHero: Jan 7, 2004 - 11:16 AM