View Full Version : Need to know if my boost levels are safe


Redefined1
02-16-2009, 10:20 PM
I`m planning on doing a 2.5 pulley with the zzp heat exchanger and the AIS stage 1 trunk mount meth kit. Will my boost levels be safe? I just need to know what is going to break on my engine with about 20-21 psi.

Cobalt4theWin
02-16-2009, 10:24 PM
Not sure about the SS/SC, but I'm pushing 22 PSI on my TC and it's fine. Sorry I don't have a better answer for you, I'm sure someone will. gl

supermantxz24
02-16-2009, 10:31 PM
get the dual pass also and you should be fine with meth and the zzp heatexhanger just keep an eye on your temps and make sure whoever is tuning your car knows their shit

Razor564
02-16-2009, 10:34 PM
make sure whoever is tuning your car knows their shit

The MOSSSSSSSSSSST important thing right there.

Redefined1
02-16-2009, 10:35 PM
my tuner knows what he`s doing. im not asking if my cooling mods will be enough im asking if the pressure from the boost will blow heads or gaskets or anything

HunterKiller89
02-16-2009, 10:45 PM
get the dual pass also and you should be fine with meth and the zzp heatexhanger just keep an eye on your temps and make sure whoever is tuning your car knows their shit

correct :)
avoid knock at ALL costs (run an unusually safe tune...nothing too ridiculous, but dont run it on the edge) and you'll be fine

Razor564
02-16-2009, 11:13 PM
my tuner knows what he`s doing. im not asking if my cooling mods will be enough im asking if the pressure from the boost will blow heads or gaskets or anything

Oh...well no. But its not boost that blows these cars up its heat from that heaton.

Area47
02-16-2009, 11:21 PM
who's the tuner?

BUY AN EGT GAUGE.

Redefined1
02-16-2009, 11:32 PM
the tuner is a local friend that runs a shop called "all out performance" his name is wes

Area47
02-16-2009, 11:37 PM
cool, just remember. just because the afr is fine, doesn't mean the cylinder temps are ok. hence me saying buy an egt

Redefined1
02-16-2009, 11:39 PM
i already feel stupid for asking, what is an EGT?

HunterKiller89
02-17-2009, 12:29 AM
exhaust gas temperature sensor

Area47
02-17-2009, 12:32 AM
measures the temperature of the exhaust coming out of the port. mine is 1.5 inches away from the exhaust port on number 4. i had this gauge before i had a wideband. im oldschool when it comes to things

Maxim_X
02-17-2009, 04:29 AM
That is going to be a hot setup so take the advice. Make sure you never run out of meth, it's going to keep you cool more than any of that other stuff.

As far as whats going to blow, with that boost you should be fine but if you get a bad tune say by to the piston ringlans. I would shoot for just over 11:1. Don't creep up near 12's

car_guy_09
02-17-2009, 04:34 AM
Just be sure the tune is PERFECT and watch your temps (IAT2 and EGT) And you should be fine