High mileage engine+ boost?

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Old Sep 12, 2003 | 11:18 PM
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Default High mileage engine+ boost?

I currently have about 160xxx on my block and was thinking of addina greddy kit for just a lil more power. just want to know if my block could handle the boost or should i rebuild the motor first? help a boost n00b out.
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Old Sep 12, 2003 | 11:20 PM
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Default Re: High mileage engine+ boost? (thaiphob)

What motor?
Do a compression test.

If your comp is within spec you should be good to boost!
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Old Sep 12, 2003 | 11:24 PM
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Default Re: High mileage engine+ boost? (T-sohctec)

sorry its a 95 b18b
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Old Sep 13, 2003 | 05:49 AM
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Default Re: High mileage engine+ boost? (thaiphob)

yea, if compression and leakdown tests come out good, then boost away!!! just make sure you have proper tuning essentials, and your good to go!
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