fastfx4

Ok I own a 2002 5.4L f150. I would like to make it quicker so I'm down to either a supercharger or a turbo. I've already decided I prefer a turbo. Now my question is, could I take a turbo out of a 6.0L and modify it to work on my 5.4 in a custom setup? I know how to do it I just need to know if it would work. I like to do as much homework as I possibly can before starting projects.

Ford302V8

u can do that but theres a lot of custom modifacations ud have to do if i were u man i would get a supercharger cuz one a supercharger doesnt have to charge up like a turbo does and to most super chargers are pretty easy to install and most of the time when u get turbo u have to get intercooler a turbo gauge and other crap supercharges are just easier

fastfx4

well i do agree with that, and initially i was wantin a supercharger. but, im lookin for the most bang for the buck

Justin03FX4

fastfx4

see that is exactly what i was lookin for.

06f150lariat

why dont you just do a DEI (Direct Exhaust Injection) its the way to go man, you get all the hot exhaust air going rite back into the intake and its like, your own home made turbo...hahaha....but on a serious level, a 6.0 turbo does sound (and literally will sound) pretty bad *** on that truck...i want to in a few years swap my engine out with a big powerstroke...just dont know how it will fit, and how much it will cost...haha

fastfx4

well i can tell you that it will fit and it will be badass its just hard. but worth it. (im kind of a diesel tech) i know alot about my engines and stuff, but i like to get second opinions on these things before i do it you know?

Scot

You will get bigger gains out of a supercharger. PERIOD! Yes, it takes hp to turn it, but as in life nothing is free. The hp you gain from a s/c will well exceed the requirement to turn it. Turbos can be pwerful also, it is just not instant on power. The turbo has "turbo Lag" which is the hesitation it has by default while trying to spool up by exhaust evacuation. A s/c is belt or gear driven and does not require the time needed to spool up, thus packing your engine full of dense cool air, and instant power. With great power though,comes great responsibility. You are cramming air into the engine and your compression ratios will change.You can really do some damage with a s/c. and or a t/c. My dad always said " If you want to go fast, build one for the track." It is not practical to go and add 30 lbs of boost to a grocery getter. In my opinion, you are begging for trouble.

fastfx4

well i agree with that too, except my truck isnt a grocery getter. it runs 13s as it is.

Scot

I'm sorry if you took offense to that. By "Grocery Getter" I mean your everyday driver.