How to estimate max horsepower by measuring an unknown turbo.
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How to estimate max horsepower by measuring an unknown turbo.
Hey guys,
Is there any general rules for estimating a turbochargers maximum horsepower output or airflow capacity if you just cant find the specs?
I have a turbocharger that Id like to build something silly with, and want to make 100% sure its not going to be just that little bit too small to actually work.
Of course Im prepared to measure everything.
Dann
Is there any general rules for estimating a turbochargers maximum horsepower output or airflow capacity if you just cant find the specs?
I have a turbocharger that Id like to build something silly with, and want to make 100% sure its not going to be just that little bit too small to actually work.
Of course Im prepared to measure everything.
Dann
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I know that, what I dont know is enough about it other than the stock car it came from was able to make 140-150 with it maxxed.
But that was a single cam 1.5L.
I cant measure the exducer on either wheel without removing the housings, which I need circlip pliers for.
Dann
But that was a single cam 1.5L.
I cant measure the exducer on either wheel without removing the housings, which I need circlip pliers for.
Dann
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I know that, what I dont know is enough about it other than the stock car it came from was able to make 140-150 with it maxxed.
But that was a single cam 1.5L.
I cant measure the exducer on either wheel without removing the housings, which I need circlip pliers for.
Dann
But that was a single cam 1.5L.
I cant measure the exducer on either wheel without removing the housings, which I need circlip pliers for.
Dann
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