
1398hp Twin-Turbo LSX-Powered 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
Jessie Jewart of Jessie’s Performance in Fort Worth, Texas, has revamped his family’s 1979 Pontiac Trans Am into a jaw-dropping powerhouse. Featuring a 427-cube Dart iron block LS engine with twin 76mm Xona Rotor turbos, this Trans Am delivers 1398 horsepower to the rear wheels. Fitted with a Tremec T-56 six-speed gearbox and a Ford 9-inch rear end, it balances intense power with durability. The car showcases a Dominator EFI system for traction control and features custom 18x12-inch wheels. It's a blend of daily functionality and track-ready performance.
- Built by:
- Jessie's Performance
- Location:
- Fort Worth, Texas, USA
- Vehicle:
- 1979 Pontiac Trans Am - 2nd Gen
- Engine:
- -
- Cost:
- -
- Power:
- 1,398 hp
- Torque:
- -
- Weight:
- -
- Balance:
- -
- Wheels:
- Custom two-piece 18x12-inch snowflake wheels
- Exterior:
- TCI tubular front subframeBlack with gold graphics
- Interior:
- Recaro seatsRidetech TigerCageClayton Machine Works aluminum pedal assembly
- Chassis:
- Ridetech coiloversWilwood six-piston calipers frontTCI torque arm suspensionWilwood four-piston calipers rear
- Powertrain:
- 427-cube Dart iron block LS76mm Xona Rotor turbosDominator EFI systemTremec T-56 six-speed gearboxFord 9-inch rear end
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