I have an 03 vert with a Paxton on it. From my understanding the stock engine likes to "go boom" about 750ish whp (on premium pump gas)
So, from my experience with other engines and e85 along with proper tuning. I was thinking heck, maybe the stock gen 3 engine can survive a little more power on E-85. From the failures I've seen, it looks like the ring lands let go and the piston is the weak link. I ASSUME the rods can handle a little more power.
So, has anyone done E85 on a Paxton car with a stock motor?
I think stock injector size is about 45 lb/hr I see common injector upgrades being 65/69 pound injectors. Then injector dynamics are even available also. Anyone do a dual or triple walbro pump setup for the stock fuel tank? Or what other fuel systems would be available? Maybe I should look up TT setups to see what size injectors and pump setups they are using and factor in needing about 30%ish more fuel if the system is close to max capacity.
I'm thinking I can switch to e-85, change the fuel system and add about another 150-200 whp without hurting the engine?
Sorry. I'm just starting to do some brainstorming and honestly haven't started much research.
E85 would also help with keeping the engine run cooler. I know other setups that switch from gas to e-85 lower engine temps. Also a much broader tuning window to survive mishaps.
So, from my experience with other engines and e85 along with proper tuning. I was thinking heck, maybe the stock gen 3 engine can survive a little more power on E-85. From the failures I've seen, it looks like the ring lands let go and the piston is the weak link. I ASSUME the rods can handle a little more power.
So, has anyone done E85 on a Paxton car with a stock motor?
I think stock injector size is about 45 lb/hr I see common injector upgrades being 65/69 pound injectors. Then injector dynamics are even available also. Anyone do a dual or triple walbro pump setup for the stock fuel tank? Or what other fuel systems would be available? Maybe I should look up TT setups to see what size injectors and pump setups they are using and factor in needing about 30%ish more fuel if the system is close to max capacity.
I'm thinking I can switch to e-85, change the fuel system and add about another 150-200 whp without hurting the engine?
Sorry. I'm just starting to do some brainstorming and honestly haven't started much research.
E85 would also help with keeping the engine run cooler. I know other setups that switch from gas to e-85 lower engine temps. Also a much broader tuning window to survive mishaps.
