jim_tucker Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 ok ive been asked by my friend what type of mini van should he get. he wants to make a sleeper out of it and his goal is high 13's or low 14's and im not sure exactly how much he has to spend but money isnt really a problem for him he just wants something that he can drive his kids in but at the same time not feel like a soccer mom. my guess was everything would have to be pretty much custom made but i was wondering if anyone had some ideas. maybe the nissan quest its the same engine as a 350Z (vq35de) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim_tucker Posted January 16, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 o and not a old turbo caravan he wants something new Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krambo Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 I am sad to say that we bought a 2008 Dodge Caravan with the 4.0L and 6 speed over the summer. I say sad because it is a minivan HOWEVER this thing scoots and is very family oriented. I am very impressed with the 4.0L from Dodge. As for mods, if money is no limit, the sky is the limit. Bang for the buck...a universal 75HP shot of nitrous would make quick work of a low 14 second 4.0L Dodge Caravan with some general weight reduction. I would estimate the motor would make between 325 and 350 HP in that set up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoolBlueSS Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 We have a 99 Olds Silhouette with a 3400, and if I had the money I'd drop in an L67 3800 SC. That would make that van scoot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black2003SS Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Any 2000+ Pontiac Montana or Chevy Venture (or olds silhoutte) with the 3.4L V6 in it. Do a 3800 swap into it. Its been done, 13's is attainable. Here is a link to the build. Have him get in contact with the guy, who will help with it. http://www.clubgp.com/newforum/tm.asp?m=45...&s=#4565388 Good luck! Should be cool! Oh, and there is a late 80's caravan video out there where the guy ran a 12.7 with a turbo 4cylinder swap in it...But thats just way to old. At least a Pontiac Montana looks somewhat modern. It has all the foundation ground work for a turbo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ces63ss Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 how about a astro van with the 4.3l v-6 a.w.d and turbo the mini with a 100hp shot of juice. 12 sec pass for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim_tucker Posted January 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 i think i will tell him to go with the Pontiac ive always been a fan of the 3800 series ever sense my grandfather had a 03 buick gs. after about $1000 in mods it was a true sleeper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tburkdoll Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Get a suburban with a 6.0L V8 then do our typical mods then lower it for the ease of the kids...screw the mini vans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim_tucker Posted January 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 1993-94 trans sport (same thing as the montana) comes with a 3.8 non supercharged they sell kits to swap a supercharger on for $200 with out the blower and then $200-$300 for the blower. then after that cam heads and pulley and that will be one sick mini van Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kody1K Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 ok ive been asked by my friend what type of mini van should he get. he wants to make a sleeper out of it and his goal is high 13's or low 14's and im not sure exactly how much he has to spend but money isnt really a problem for him he just wants something that he can drive his kids in but at the same time not feel like a soccer mom. my guess was everything would have to be pretty much custom made but i was wondering if anyone had some ideas. maybe the nissan quest its the same engine as a 350Z (vq35de) http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=htt...l%3Den%26sa%3DN here it is Chrysler PT Super Cruiser This custom two-door Chrysler PT Cruiser features a turbocharged 2.4-litre engine that creates more than 300 horsepower, a free-flow exhaust, sill extensions, wider fenders, 18" x 9.5-in. forged aluminum racing wheels, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup DOT-legal road race tires and massive 12.9-inch Brembo brakes with cross-drilled gold cadmium-plated rotors.. The PT Super Cruiser is fully functional on the road, yet is prepared for road racing with custom features such as a six-point safety cage, six-point camlock harnesses, window nets, Lifeline fire system and Momo race seats and steering wheel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 Astro van AWD. Either put a turbo on the V6 or put a 6.0L in it. With stock wheels and good tires it should look very stock and still run hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big O Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 (edited) Astro van AWD. Either put a turbo on the V6 or put a 6.0L in it. With stock wheels and good tires it should look very stock and still run hard. Oh why should they take your advice, it's not like you have ever done anything like this ... have you ever even rode in a Astro Van ... geez Edited January 21, 2009 by big o (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackvert Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 how about Tim Allen's Saleen Windstar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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