SBR Bastard 20G

[4G63Boosted]

I was checking out SBR's site and came across the Bastard 20G, this is one that I'm not farmiliar with. What kind of numbers can this turbo put down? I was considering a 50 trim, but after some thinking, I dont think thats the route I want to go with this car. So now I'm thinking of either the EvoIII 16G, or, depending on how the Bastard 20G sounds, possibly that one.

 

[ChvyKc]

I was checking out SBR's site and came across the Bastard 20G, this is one that I'm not farmiliar with. What kind of numbers can this turbo put down? I was considering a 50 trim, but after some thinking, I dont think thats the route I want to go with this car. So now I'm thinking of either the EvoIII 16G, or, depending on how the Bastard 20G sounds, possibly that one.

http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=208481

That's the thread to the SBR turbo testing thread. They are doing runs on all sorts of turbos and the next one that they are planning on running is suppose to be the bastard 20G. I am in the same boat as you though, I really want to see what that turbo can do and if it would be worth stepping up from my B16G. There hasn't been an update since Sunday though, so I don't know what the deal is. The apparently screwed up 4th gear in their test car, but have a replacement in so there should be some updates soon.

 

[4G63Boosted]

I have been following along with their testing as well. All of it is very very useful information. I'm with you, I'm quite interested in seeing what it will put down. I had my heart set of a 50 trim, but on my previous DSM I ran one. I loved the turbo, but I think with this car I'm going to go with something a little more tame.

 

[andymoraitis]

Evo III 16G is a 42 lb/min turbo while the SBR Bastard 20G approaches 50 trim territory at 46 lb/min. Both are pretty serious but if I upgrade, I'll go with the Bastard 20G since it's real sleeper. FYI, flow info comes straight from Jon at SBR. The great thing about it is that it doesn't require an install kit if you already have a 16G variant.

Hope that helps,

Andy

 

[Stapl3]

I purchased a 20g from SBR and it leaked like a bi*** and pushed less air than my t25 according to DSMlink. Taking the 20g off and putting the t25 back made my car noticably faster.

 

[Dream On]

Somethings not right there...Almost any turbo should be an upgrade for that T25, especially a 20g. Maybe you had boost leaks out the ass or the gaskets didn't seal right when it was installed. Crazy..

 

[Stapl3]

There was no gasket on the compressor housing. It leaked like a bi***.

 

[Ludachris]

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[4G63Boosted]

Andy, thank you for the flow rates. That was one of the main things I was interested in. Although I'm still very undecided. I've read alot of good things about the EvoIII, but haven't really heard much of anything about the 20G. I'll be interested to see what kind of numbers it puts down in SBR's testing.

 

[Slowboy]

Andy, thank you for the flow rates. That was one of the main things I was interested in. Although I'm still very undecided. I've read alot of good things about the EvoIII, but haven't really heard much of anything about the 20G. I'll be interested to see what kind of numbers it puts down in SBR's testing.

We did not get finished with the bastard 6h 20g because of the tranny issue with the car, however when we at 25 PSI the bastard 20g was just over 410 WHP. At lower boost levels the turbo made similar #'s to the MHI EVO III 16g.

When the tranny is back together, we will continue the test!

Mike Huml

 

[andymoraitis]

Andy, thank you for the flow rates. That was one of the main things I was interested in. Although I'm still very undecided. I've read alot of good things about the EvoIII, but haven't really heard much of anything about the 20G. I'll be interested to see what kind of numbers it puts down in SBR's testing.

You're welcome. Based on your goals, the EVO III is an excellent street/strip turbo. With a strong setup, she'll push a 2G GSX to low 12's all day. To make sure you have an even playing field, you can also look at other options like 50 trims, which excel on pump gas, and the 20G, which is a proven entity as well as the "sleeper" series turbos.

Take your time, weigh the choices against where you want to be and drop us a line if you need some help.

Andy

 

[mavisky]

You're welcome. Based on your goals, the EVO III is an excellent street/strip turbo. With a strong setup, she'll push a 2G GSX to low 12's all day. To make sure you have an even playing field, you can also look at other options like 50 trims, which excel on pump gas, and the 20G, which is a proven entity as well as the "sleeper" series turbos.

Take your time, weigh the choices against where you want to be and drop us a line if you need some help.

Andy

Throw a couple more mods and drive her well and you'll see 11's on the evo turbo. An Indianapolis local has made great accomplishments with one on his 2g awd.

 

[JDNSBR]

Letting you know my pm box is open to any questions anyone has that aren't answered in here. I'll try to give the quickest response I can.

 

[L2RTSiAWD]

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