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Old 09-22-2001, 05:04 AM
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Should someone expect any problems boosting a turbo on an Si to 6 psi daily? Out of a Greddy kit so to speak?
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6psi is too low, boost at least 7
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Why 7?
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (00 Si)

I'd run 7, or 8 because it's more power, and still perfectly safe.
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (DragIIcivic)

safe for what configuration?
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FMU, stock injectors, stock timing
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (DragIIcivic)

What about with the Greddy Kit?
Old 09-22-2001, 04:16 PM
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (00 Si)

What about with the Greddy Kit?
It's preset to 7-8 psi.
Old 09-22-2001, 04:21 PM
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (DB8GSR)

6 psi is ok. that answers your question.. BUT...

boostin 7 is thumbs up! haha

i prefer keepin it between 5-6 for daily driving purposes.
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (dlplayboy)

Yeah but the big intercooler should drop the psi that is why I asked about what to run it at. What is the difference between 6 and 7. 1 whole psi I don't think would make that big of a difference.
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (00 Si)

it's not that it will make a big differance, it's more like why not? because you can run 3psi and be safe, but you can also run 7psi and be safe....wouldn't you want 7?
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (DragIIcivic)

it's not that it will make a big differance, it's more like why not? because you can run 3psi and be safe, but you can also run 7psi and be safe....wouldn't you want 7?
But 3 is still safer.
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (00SilverLS)

But 3 is still safer.
3psi? why even bother installing a turbo then? I make 3psi when i sneeze...
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (smoothludey2)

But 3 is still safer.

3psi? why even bother installing a turbo then? I make 3psi when i sneeze...
I feel the same way about 6psi
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3psi? why even bother installing a turbo then? I make 3psi when i sneeze...
Aaahaahaa!! That's some funny shet.
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (DB8GSR)

What should this net someone on the track (yes I am a decent driver) and on the dyno, just in your opinions
Old 09-22-2001, 10:40 PM
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (00 Si)

Track times will vary from driver to driver. With decent traction you should be able to hit low 14's to high 13's, but then again it depends on the driver. 7psi is perfect for the Si. I should know.
Old 09-23-2001, 06:37 AM
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Is that a pic of your car on your Avatar. If so, why didn't you get a bov? What kind of boost controller do you have, manual or electronic?
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (00 Si)

Hey DB8GSR, is the HKS SQV loud?
Old 09-23-2001, 03:19 PM
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (00 Si)

Depends on what you consider loud. Most of the B0V can be adjusted and the HKS makes a whistle amplified sound as oppose to your normal whhooossshhh.
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (DB8GSR)

I mean is it loud compared to say an Eclipse with the same. Eclipses push more boost so they are loud. Didn't know if yours would be. I don't know how much psi you have that is why I was asking. I have heard a couple turbo'd Honda's and their bov's were loud, even on EX's
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (00 Si)

Is that a pic of your car on your Avatar. If so, why didn't you get a bov? What kind of boost controller do you have, manual or electronic?
I'm using the Blitz BOV and Dual solenoid boost controller(electronic). Its a blast to drive with the boost peaking at 7psi. I might raise the pressure later, but not right now.


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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (00 Si)

Let's say, i turn heads on kids riding their bikes, shifting at 5k.
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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (DB8GSR)

Would a Drag 3 turbo kit with its own fuel and everything that comes with it be boostin at what psi to be safe for 01 GSR??? Also would it be loud and noticeable to hear on the street at that boost level for daily driven? Like turn heads?? Thanks


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Default Re: Is 6 psi ok? (IgniteTeg)

the exhaust is quieter then w/o the turbo and 6-7 psi you can hear that bov for sure. If you stay below 3500rpm you get a suttle hiss but thats it.

right now i have a drag kit w/ stock exhaust comparing that to a greddy it should be quieter (the greddy that is).


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