So I am deploying soon and estimate my budget to be around $8k. I don't know what my options are. I know an engine build is in store, but I don't know what size to go. I know that I want a ~4.5k boost and a turbo that doesn't fall off, but keeps pulling. I'm assuming that I also need a tranny build.
I don't know if this is possible with my budget, but any suggestions would help.
I'm sorry my friend, but from stock to 600whp reliably, 8k is about a third of what is needed.
You'd need a full engine build with labor, so ~8-10k just for the engine.
Then either a fpblack/ef4 (2k-2500) + e85 fuel system (2k) or a big t3 kit (4-5k)
nevermind all the other items like your transmission (1k @jack's + labor), clutch (1-3k+), FMIC (1k), intake and manifold if going stock frame turbo (1500).
It all adds up quick into extremely high numbers.
If you have the time, read through the build threads section. I have extensive parts lists in mine, hollywood_x has them as well. Murlo26 has alot of bs in his threads as they became a chat area, but good info is in them too. That'll give you an idea of the extreme cost to get to 600whp, where the three of us stopped. My latest thread you can ignore, i'm pushing further power-wise, but my fpblack build is a good example.