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Originally Posted by Katapl
I know an NA FWD V6 is going to be a ton different, but I want something newer and reliable. I understand there's a small bit of decent aftermarket for the V6, and even some turbo setups I saw. Well, a friend of mine is simply saying not to go with the V6. Rather to get something older with an old 4g63. I don't trust everything he says, and I don't want an older DSM that isn't going to run worth a damn and will be sitting half the year.
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Honestly if you're looking for boost, you should look into the 4G64 GS/RS models like Inferno said, or better yet go for a 2G 4G63T model like your friend suggested.
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Originally Posted by Katapl
I don't trust everything he says, and I don't want an older DSM that isn't going to run worth a damn and will be sitting half the year.
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If you try to boost the V6 your car will most likely be sitting a lot longer than a 2G would unless you're extremely lucky or you got some deep pockets
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Originally Posted by Katapl
Is the GTS reliable
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The V6 Eclipses are very reliable if left N/A. When the 6G72 engines see boost all sorts of crazy things tend to happen. Granted there are people who have done it successfully with great results, but the general trend is that it's a long and problem filled journey.
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Originally Posted by Katapl
and are you guys happy with the minimal, but growing aftermarket?
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I'm perfectly content with the aftermarket. But then again I don't have any crazy horsepower goals. I'm not sure if our aftermarket is growing, perhaps at a snail's pace. Most companies have moved their R+D resources over to the 4G.