what diameter exhaust for turbo LS @ 7lbs?

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Old May 13, 2004 | 04:15 PM
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Default what diameter exhaust for turbo LS @ 7lbs?

alright guys i have an LS in my civic and currently have 2.25" catback. would this diameter still be sufficient if i were to run a T3 turbo at 7lbs? yes/no will suffice. thanks
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Old May 13, 2004 | 04:57 PM
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bigger is better in every turbo case.
yes it will work............. but it would work better with larger piping like 3in
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Old May 13, 2004 | 04:59 PM
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Default Re: what diameter exhaust for turbo LS @ 7lbs? (HuskerHybrid)

To answer your question, 2.25" piping is sufficient.
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Old May 13, 2004 | 06:45 PM
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2.25 is good enough but you'll notice a few extra hp with larger piping (less back pressure)
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Old May 14, 2004 | 06:43 AM
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thanks guys
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Old May 14, 2004 | 08:18 AM
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Default Re: what diameter exhaust for turbo LS @ 7lbs? (HuskerHybrid)

As has been said, it would be "sufficient" however you would be losing some power vs. say a 2.5" If you're going to be slowly stocking up parts for a turbo setup, you should sell the 2.25" and buy a 2.5" because you can probably do it and break even on price. Completing a setup is all about the little gains here and there.
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Old May 14, 2004 | 11:02 AM
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i would highly recommend a 2.5 inch set up if not a lil larger depending on if your gonna upgrade down the road any questions send me an e mail
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