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Old 08-17-2011, 06:01 AM
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I have a b20 vtec with 12:5:1 cp pistons eagle rods ls crank rev valve train and pro 2 cams on e85 ..... I was wondering if i could get away with running a 60-1 on wastegate 8psi or so and it be safe and reliable an input is welcomed
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The pro 2 cams are overkill for only 8psi. That compression is pretty high so you won't need as much boost. What are you going to tune it on? Fuel pump? injectors? any FPR? Psi isn't the thing to worry about, it's horse power. What is your PTW clearance? Talk about your build more
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Default Re: 12:5:1 compression safe on low boost

Agreed, the cams will cost you power. I am def interested to see how much power you make with that compression. If you were runing gasoline Id say it was not safe but I think you'll be fine on E85.
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Default Re: 12:5:1 compression safe on low boost

Originally Posted by ShanghaiOC
The pro 2 cams are overkill for only 8psi. That compression is pretty high so you won't need as much boost. What are you going to tune it on? Fuel pump? injectors? any FPR? Psi isn't the thing to worry about, it's horse power. What is your PTW clearance? Talk about your build more
I have bosch 680's and a 255 walboro on crome ....I have pro 2's cause the car is all motor right now making 235 and runs 11.72 @ 115mph(with no 2 step).....and the fpr doesnt mean anything(even though i have a adjustable one already) unless your making well over 400 .....but im just worried that if i turbo the car with that high of compression i dont wanna drop the sleeves or if i will or if its ok? lol
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Default Re: 12:5:1 compression safe on low boost

what are you planning to run the car on? e85? elf 100?
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what are you planning to run the car on? e85? elf 100?
e85
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Default Re: 12:5:1 compression safe on low boost

What turbo are you planning to use to make this work? Even at sub 10psi boost pressures, if the turbo isn't efficient with that range of boost given your higher compression, it really won't help things. You'll just be spinning a big turbo, and can't use it.
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What turbo are you planning to use to make this work? Even at sub 10psi boost pressures, if the turbo isn't efficient with that range of boost given your higher compression, it really won't help things. You'll just be spinning a big turbo, and can't use it.
.50 trim or a 60-1
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Default Re: 12:5:1 compression safe on low boost

stick with the .50

the 60 isnt a good choice for the range. IMHO

Make sure you have a great tuner as well! Hope the sleeves hold up.
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Default Re: 12:5:1 compression safe on low boost

Originally Posted by EsotericImage
stick with the .50

the 60 isnt a good choice for the range. IMHO

Make sure you have a great tuner as well! Hope the sleeves hold up.
That's the big problem the sleeves only thing that has me guessing if it's possible or not
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Default Re: 12:5:1 compression safe on low boost

Yes, only E85, low boost and very low timing will save the sleeves.
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Default Re: 12:5:1 compression safe on low boost

search by the name of Cubish on ht he has had some sick high comp set ups simple and one q16 and pump gas put down 645 whp on a 6262 with pro 1 's wouldnt recommend 2's im switching mine out for pro 1's this winter for my high comp setup
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Default Re: 12:5:1 compression safe on low boost

Originally Posted by imptricer
search by the name of Cubish on ht he has had some sick high comp set ups simple and one q16 and pump gas put down 645 whp on a 6262 with pro 1 's wouldnt recommend 2's im switching mine out for pro 1's this winter for my high comp setup
Lol ya Fred (cubish) is who tunes my car
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