Can a FG XR6 be converted to a turbo?

Hey guys have just finished my Na to turbo conversion on my 2011 fg xr6 ute which was well worth it . I started watching turbos and parts for the fg to do a standard conversion with all factory parts,which I later found harder to find than what I thought it would be.

When did the Ford Falcon XR6 Turbo come out?

The XR6 Turbo was initially released in the BA series Falcon in 2002. In October 2004, an updated version of the BA (dubbed the Mk II) was released which brought a 6-speed T56 manual transmission to the XR6 Turbo, however, the automatic remained the BTR 4-speed.

When did the Commodore XR6 Turbo come out?

The VL Commodore Turbo rewrote the book on post-ULP performance when it launched in 1986. Six-bangers, all of them. And then there’s the big daddy of all Aussie sixes, the Falcon XR6 Turbo.

What kind of pipe do you need for a Falcon XR6 Turbo?

The trade reckons the FG is the one, but you’ll need to swap the stock turbo pipe for an aftermarket one, as core shift in the casting process makes the standard pipe notoriously thin-walled in places. The fusion-welded tailshaft of the FG is also a worry and they have been known to twist. An old-school welded shaft from a BF is the replacement.

What are the specs of a Ford XR6 Turbo?

Here is the specs on the FG XR6-T T04S/GT35R hybrid Turbo. (500hp turbo) Compressor cover: T04E .50 A/R. Compressor wheel: Old school T04S/T04B. Inducer 53mm, Major 76mm. 7 bladed wheel. Turbine Wheel: New style GT35R. Major 6 Great thanks guys, I’m thinking 15-17psi on stock fg 3576, with pw stage 1 cooler and k&n filter in stock airbox.

What kind of wheels does a Ford XR6 have?

The Turbo model of the XR6 comes with all of the features of the standard XR6 plus 18 x 8-inch five-spoke alloy wheels, limited slip differential, and upgraded front brakes (322mm rotors instead of the standard 298mm). It uses the same 4.0L I6 Turbo engine that is found in the G6E Turbo.

What to do about overboost on fgmk2 XR6 Turbo tuning?

Hypothetically if I was going to experiment I would look at comparing the F6 and XR6T wastegate and desired boost tables, then compare the spark maps to see how much timing they run from factory.

Why does my Ford XR6 Turbo not start?

I am the proud owner of a 2008 Ford FG XR6 Turbo (ZF 6-speed auto), which I purchased from Ford in mid-2009. 2-weeks ago the car failed to start (fan started & car clicked), stating Airbag Fault + ABS Fault + Comms Fault.

Can a FG XR6 be converted to a turbo?