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Old 08-02-2012, 10:58 PM
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Right...but my numbers are a lot lower than his, which means I have sealing issues. Power robbing sealing issues.
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Old 08-03-2012, 04:29 AM
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so with those numbers is it safe to say that my engine is healthy enough for a low boost, maybe 8psi without messing with the internals?
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Originally Posted by thirdgen
God D!!! I wish I had those compression numbers!!!
probably elevated due to all the oil...
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Old 08-03-2012, 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by skywalker69
so with those numbers is it safe to say that my engine is healthy enough for a low boost, maybe 8psi without messing with the internals?
Don't be a pansy. You're gonna need at least 12psi.
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+1. You'll never blow it if you don't boost it. C'mon in, the water's warm.
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