Big Power from stock-block A12. Unmodified short block with stock pistons, crank and rods, and standard head gasket makes 160HP.
A12 Overview
See: * A12 Turbo Development thread * Forum: Turbo EFI A12 for under $1200. Discussion thread
160+ rwhp @ 15 lbs boost(standard H89 Head) 240+ rwhp @ 24 lbs boost(big valve ported head) 2nd-hand GT2860R (707160-5) ball bearing turbo E85 fuel, intercooled stock and unmodified H89 head Cam: 236Deg at .050 Maximum advance at 16 psi boost: 23 degrees ARP head studs stock pistons, crank and rods standard headgasket about 120FtLb from 5100 to 6800 RPM @ 15 psi