{"product_id":"kc-turbos-gen-3-stage-1-conversion-kit-1994-1997-ford-f-series","title":"KC Turbos Gen 3 Stage 1 Conversion Kit - 1994-1997 Ford F-Series","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKC300x Gen 3 Stage 1 OBS Conversion Kit – 1994.5–1997 Ford 7.3L Powerstroke\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupports: Up to 205cc\/30% Injectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for the ultimate bolt-on turbo upgrade for your OBS Powerstroke, the \u003cstrong\u003eKC300x Gen 3 Stage 1 Conversion Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers modern turbocharger technology without sacrificing the factory OBS layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for \u003cstrong\u003e1994.5–1997 Ford 7.3L Powerstroke trucks\u003c\/strong\u003e, this complete conversion kit allows you to install the \u003cstrong\u003eKC300x Gen 3 E99 turbo\u003c\/strong\u003e while retaining your \u003cstrong\u003efactory OBS downpipe and Y-bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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