3SGTE 3rd gen (245hp)

Hey guys,
Has anyone  tried running the standard pistons, conrods and bearings in a 3rd gen 245 motor, with a Garrett GT3076 turbo. Boost 0.8 - 1.2 bar....(I think it's a given that the head bolts should be ARP with the Cometic HG)
 
I am aware that the best is to upgrade to Wiseco's, Eagle Rods and ACL bearings......I was just wondering how much boost/punishment the stock internals can take on the 3rd gen 3SGTE!
 
Any input/info/feedback would be highly appreciated
 
Thanks in advance!
 
Schweet!

As soon as you get just a little bit of detonation at the power levels that turbo can put out (on a stock engine) the stock pistons will fail. Keep the tune super safe & rich and it might hold together for a while.
 
I experienced the same thing as Dasic1. For me at around 230rwkw on the dyno cracked ring lands on 2 pistons. Same bloody turbo too :) It's evil.

dasic1

Mrskylighter
Same bloody turbo too :) It's evil.

 
But so much fun 

Yes, it certainly hits hard.

Having done almost exactly as you're proposing, I wouldn't recommend the twin-scroll unless you're getting a twin scroll manifold (e.g. the Full-Race one).
 
 
I have pretty much the same set up as I have now, which I've got conservatively tuned at 250rwkw, with scope for more.
 
CP pistons
Eagle Rods 
1mm Oversize Ferrea valves 
Garrett GT3076R twin scroll turbo @ 21psi 
HKS 264 cams with HKS valve springs 
Tial External wastegate
Apex'i Power FC & Commander Tuned by HITMAN 
Berk Technologies Dump pipe 
Hi-Tech Mufflers' 3" Exhaust 
Apex'i Air Pod 
Border Top mount Intercooler
ARP bolts
ACL bearings
 
If you need a hand with any parts, Gorilla Industries can supply all the parts you need if you want.

@dylmrt: Thanks for the input....
What difference does the upgrades on your head make to power/performance compared to stock 3rd gen?
Did you also port and polish, and are you using adjustables cam gears (HKS or ?)?

Thanks for the info...