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Date:         Tue, 16 Aug 2005 20:46:45 -0700
Reply-To:     Zeitgeist <gruengeist@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Zeitgeist <gruengeist@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: 3.4liter v6 to 1.9liter turbo4 conversion in progress.
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Sane boost on a gasser might be closer to 8 psi max.  I'd definitely
opt for an intercooler and water injection to deter detonation, which
will definitely kill any unsuspecting gasser.  I'm still considering
the turbo option while I wait for a suitable turbodiesel engine to
swap in there.


On 8/16/05, Sudhir Desai <sudhir.desai@gmail.com> wrote:
> Zoltan:
> From what I'm reading about engine internals in the book "Maximum
> Boost", I don't think I should have any problems with the turbo
> overstressing the engine (if I keep to sane boost levels -- 7-10psi).
> 
> Chris:
> It's a garrett something-25 with a .61 A/R. I think $400 for it is a
> decent price.
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