how to lower compression
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how to lower compression
i have a b18b block with forged pistons so i have a compression ratio of
12:5:1
are there ways to lower that compression without changing the pistons?
maybe a thicker headgasket?
12:5:1
are there ways to lower that compression without changing the pistons?
maybe a thicker headgasket?
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Re: (norcalbayboy)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by norcalbayboy »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">because 12:5:1 compression is not so good when your running 92 octane</TD></TR></TABLE>
y dont u just take out some timing?
alot less hassle then taking off the head to put on another layer of gasket...
y dont u just take out some timing?
alot less hassle then taking off the head to put on another layer of gasket...
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Re: (NAlover)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by NAlover »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i building a LS/vtec and i want to lower the CR. a little at least 12.1 now i got 12.5 what would be the perfect timing to lower .5CR ???? </TD></TR></TABLE>
no ones gonna be able to tel you that, thats what a dyno and a tuner is for!
no ones gonna be able to tel you that, thats what a dyno and a tuner is for!
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Re: (B18 CYA)
i got a quick question...
my frined bought some SRP pistons High CR brand new but, not in the box. so he is not sure whats the exact CR.. is it possible to get the right CR ???
my frined bought some SRP pistons High CR brand new but, not in the box. so he is not sure whats the exact CR.. is it possible to get the right CR ???
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Re: (dohcMONSTER)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by dohcMONSTER »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i ran 13:1 comp daily on 91 and my motor was fine</TD></TR></TABLE> Well it seems all the "real" engine builders in CA that built engines for the WD-40, 91 octane, shoot-out disagree with you. Why is that? Skunk, Omni, JG, etc. forgot to call you? Why did they all go for 11.5-1?
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