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1.8t boost question

Old Aug 9, 2004 | 01:43 PM
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to run 14 psi what all do u need done to the car so that it wont hurt it?
 
Old Aug 9, 2004 | 04:01 PM
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chip.


apr
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mtm
there are alot more.
 
Old Aug 9, 2004 | 05:43 PM
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ya but cant u just use a boost controller. i guess i ment what else would i need to run 14 psi with a boost controller
 
Old Aug 9, 2004 | 08:21 PM
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You need a chip.

Manual boost controller will give you boost, but not extra fuel. You will run lean.
 
Old Aug 9, 2004 | 08:37 PM
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well what if u get a fuel piggy back like a apexi safc and a 4 bar fpr.
 
Old Aug 9, 2004 | 08:57 PM
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youd end up spending more than you would for the chip.

chip it.

also, you will want a new diverter valve.
 
Old Aug 10, 2004 | 01:02 AM
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to run 14 psi what all do u need done to the car so that it wont hurt it?
I currently am running 24 psi in my K04ed 2002.
 
Old Aug 10, 2004 | 03:02 AM
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to run 14 psi what all do u need done to the car so that it wont hurt it?
A diverter valve to hold the boost
 
Old Aug 11, 2004 | 07:17 AM
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to run 14 psi what all do u need done to the car so that it wont hurt it?
I currently am running 24 psi in my K04ed 2002.

How much boost will the KO4 handle up to?!? What r u gettin at the wheel?
 
Old Aug 11, 2004 | 09:29 PM
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I'm running 17 psi on a T3 setup. It works fine, but im looking to get rid of it soon.
 
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