thinking of a turbo setup

Originally Posted by '10Anamoly

I dont see much wrong with a turbo spooling full boost around 4k on a stock bottom end as its much easier on the connecting rods than one which making mounds of torque at a really low RPM (pre-3k). That is obviously more fun, but less advisable for a stock blocker for longevity.

The STS may not be able to make 600+, but its not quite as rough on your con rods with the high RPM spool either.

Originally Posted by Boosted Performance

This is why you use timing to "ease" into it if you wish. A ST (close to the engine) will spool up by 3500rpm, you can see that in post #42, as peak tq is reached by 3500rpm. At the same time you can use timing and cam phasing to keep the torque lower/flat, to prevent rod damage. There is a lot more to tuning than just a/f.