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Old 11-03-2008, 11:41 AM
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Originally Posted by mysql
biggest change over stock is that with stock, you can almost always floor it (WOT) and just sit with the peddle to the ground. With FI you are more likely to only give it partial throttle unless you really want to accelerate.
very good explanation right there .....
Old 11-03-2008, 12:24 PM
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boost controller gives you the ability to fine tune it.

You can set it up so that the boost controller comes on strong and right away, or so that there is a gradual climb with 5 psi and rises up to 12 after a moment to prevent skidding around. You can also keep the boost up all the way, or gradually declines in the upper rpm. It's all up to you. Some boost controllers also let you choose how it works based on which gear you're in.
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The more you learn, the more you know.

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Old 11-03-2008, 12:53 PM
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this thread fails b/c i am to broke to buy a turbo and I really want one

anyone have a few extra thousand they can throw my way?
Old 11-03-2008, 01:33 PM
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I would say a change of tire sizes/type have done as much to increase my available traction as my turbo has to increase my need for traction. A stock rx8 handles well, but it can handle so much better.
Old 11-03-2008, 02:06 PM
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you could do that, but it would be kinda dumb. Cause now you have less overall power for most of the rpm range. People forget that your car does not drive at just peak power, which is why stating a car makes "300 whp" is meaningless. You need to know where it makes the power and where the car will be running most of the time.



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