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DNMakinson 02-02-2013 10:19 AM
Engine health before turbo?
 
On a used engine, what is a reasonable indication that it can be turboed without re-building it first, and have a reliable weekend or DD? Long term goal would be 200whp on a '95 or '02.

Clos561 02-02-2013 10:47 AM
if it runs it can boost

phillyb 02-02-2013 10:56 AM
good compression
proper maintenance.

hustler 02-02-2013 01:56 PM
Leak it, compression tells you very little.

Savington 02-02-2013 01:58 PM
Originally Posted by Clos561 (Post 974574)
if it runs it can boost
Florida post.

OP, if it has good compression and decent leakdown (<15%), you're good to go.

hustler 02-02-2013 02:21 PM
Originally Posted by Savington (Post 974602)
Florida post.
:bowrofl:

DNMakinson 02-06-2013 07:04 AM
Final Answer: Leakdown <15% and good compression
 
OP, if it has good compression and decent leakdown (<15%), you're good to go.[/QUOTE]

Thanks.


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