Lebanon Ford's at it again, 800-hp '18 GT

[Gabe]

Their '18 GT build:
800 hp Hellion twin turbo, 300A manual GT, $52k.
Includes TSS OPG/crank gear, DSS halfshafts



http://www.thedrive.com/news/17793/...800-horsepower-2018-mustang-starting-at-51995

"This particular twin-turbo system has the potential to turn your everyday pony into a rubber destroying hoon machine. They even claim that it's possible for the system to generate north of 1,200 rear wheel horsepower with supporting additional modifications (E85, fuel system upgrades, etc.).

The LFP Hellion Package Includes: (300A Package, Manual GT)

• Hellion Turbo System with Twin 62mm Precision Built Turbos

• Twin Precision Built 46mm Wastegates with Dual Blow-Off Valves as Standard

• Large Vertical Flow Intercooler with the highest flow bar/plate available

• Boost capabilities from 7psi to a whopping 30psi!

• X-Pipe

• 1000cc Injectors

• TSS Oil Pump Gears (Includes Oil Gear & Timing Gear & Crankshaft Bolt)

• Driveshaft Shop 800HP Halfshafts

• N-Gauge Tuning Device

• Custom Tune via Addiction Motorsports

• All install labor and supplies"

 

[eighty6gt]

Oil pump gears!!

 

[tjm73]

I have to wonder if they are getting these cars re-certified in the eyes of the EPA since a significant portion of the exhaust control system is being modified. Also would the factory warranty become void on these cars? I would think so.

Aren't dealers prohibited from modifying cars like this prior to sale, or are they "selling" the car and then "dealer installing" the turbo setup?

 

[redfirepearlgt]

^^^ No they are not. This is an aftermarket package that they install after the the purchase has been made. It kills all associated warranty where modifications have been made. About the only thing left on the car with warranty from the factory is the paint.

I'm regional to the dealership. Done business with them in the past. I won't go back. They aren't a performance center as we would think of a performance center. While the hardware installed may be okay, the tunes that make them go suck. They may produce dyno numbers but they don't measure up when the rubber meets the road.

That's my two cents and personal experience with the place.

 

[86GT351]

Funny how there is no documentation on Warranty that they would claim with the Supercharged 15-17 cars.

 

[eighty6gt]

Aftermarket turbo car engine lifespan can often be measured in a few hours...