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Old 02-10-2008, 03:39 PM
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Ahhh, see if i go big turbo it would probably be a gt30, but thats down the road... however, what would a 9:1 compression do to my ko4 tuning?
 
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Old 02-10-2008, 03:41 PM
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Little. You probably wouldnt notice a differnce. With the lower c/r, you could run a couple extra psi on pump safer. I dont really see going anything below 9:1 since when its basically a street car.
 
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Old 02-10-2008, 04:10 PM
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But I wouldnt have any fueling issues? I really know little on how compression can effect things. Is there some reading you could direct me too?
 
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Old 02-10-2008, 04:19 PM
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nope, lower compression allow you to run higher boost before detonation
 
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Old 02-10-2008, 04:53 PM
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Ok, so it seems like lowering the compression a bit wouldnt hurt. But it seems that if i want Mahles im going to be spending atleast 600 dollars. Any opinions about Wiseco pistons?? They come with rings and everything.
 
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Old 02-10-2008, 05:21 PM
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thats what cincy is using in his 2.0 they are very good pistons
 
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Old 02-10-2008, 05:23 PM
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Yep. The do come with all the rings and there are many people running them. Mine also have the skirts coated. Thats another $75. its basically to cut down on friction and increase the longevity of the pistons
 
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Old 02-10-2008, 05:39 PM
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Where did you get that done? Or is that an option from Qed?
 
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Old 02-10-2008, 07:14 PM
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I got mine from pagparts. Arnold had the set in stock and i just went ahead and got them. If you order them like that, you would probably have to wait a week or 2 extra for them.
 
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Old 02-10-2008, 08:39 PM
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Hopefully i can find a set of pistons in stock, i dont need a month downtime [:'(]
 


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