Guys,

Building out my VQ35DE now and am trying to nail down the first components. My goal is 600whp using the Greddy 20G/Haltech combo. Although I'm aiming for 600hp now, I'd like to "overbuild" a bit so I can:

• have room for "future expansion" (e.g. more HP by adding supporting mods!)
• run more reliably at lower boost levels using stronger engine components

Anyway, I was going to just get the CP (8.5:1) or Wiseco (8.8:1) 96mm pistons and call it a day. Then I discovered the Cosworth pistons. They look incredibly strong but the price difference is huge.

CP - $850 (http://www.importpartspro.com/cpvq96pi03in.html)

Wiseco - $700 (http://www.importpartspro.com/wivq96pi03in.html)

Cosworth - $1750/set (http://www.cosworth.com/shop_item.php?productid=403)

Are the Cosworths worth the extra cash or should I go with the more affordable options?

Also, regarding the connecting rods, I'm looking at some Crowers and Cosworths again. Here are the choices:

Crower - $1113 (http://thmotorsports.com/brian_crowe.../i-259679.aspx)

Cosworth - $1494 (http://www.cosworth.com/shop_item.php?productid=444)

Regarding the Crowers, I actually called and talked to one of their techs and he wanted to special order a MAXI-LITE Series 6 (FI, Nitrous applications) set for me at $1125. But unfortunately I don't want to wait 6-8 weeks to start my build.

Anyway, you guys have any advice or preferences with the options above before I start buying?

Thanks in advance for all the help!

Take care,
B

 

For 600RWHP, I think you will be fine with the CP/Wiesco or even Eagle Rods IMO...

 

What if I want to run up to 800whp some day. I'd like to ensure this build allows for future expansion too. Heck I might even want to go 1000hp some day.

Just want to ensure I've got the right internals in there from the get go!

 

weisco pistons/pauter rods

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I think I've decided on these rods:

http://jdmultimate.com/brian_crower/.../i-259678.aspx

Now for the pistons, I'm still up in the air...

Wiseco, CP, or Cosworth? Do the pistons really make that much of a difference if I'm building for 800-1000whp?

All of them have excellent reviews....
96mm
8.5:1 or 8.8:1 compression ratio

 

lol funny this thread should pop up,i just learned i had a blown piston ring the other day and was wondering about a build(which pistons rods ect.) anyone have any input on the crower stroker kit...worth the 5k?

as for pistons ive herd alot of good feedback from the wiseco.

 

highest hp VQ is running wiseco

 

I second this option.Who is doing your build.

 

I going the same route with my build on the Greddy 20G kit for max output over 550.

May seem ova kill but im using Wiseco coated 8.8:1 pistions and Pauter rods. BTW didn't pay 700.00 for the Wisecos.

 

I've decided on the pistons:

http://www.z1motorsports.com/350_g35...sg28d4404f9371

Thanks everyone for the great input and feedback!

 

good luck evey thou you are ova payin for these pistions..lol

 

Actually I'm not paying that price. My guy can get some better pricing fo sho. Just wanted to send you guys the link to the pistons that I'ma match up to those bad a$$ BC rods.

Valve train upgrades coming next!

 

^ just glanced and noticed you were from DC..lol duh so who you gettin to do the Frank, Chirs, or Dave?

 

Frank's doing the build/turbo install, and Dave's doing my tune! Both these guys are amazing and put customer service at the top.

 

cool my car will be in the garage tomorrow, the engine coming out for the build.