Lowering compression ratio
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0.0 BAR
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Lowering compression ratio
I have a MGF and wish to fit the low presure turbo from a rover 75 , it runs at about 8psi wich is fine for my needs.
My question is would I need to lower the CR? if so what would be the most cost effective way of doing this?
My question is would I need to lower the CR? if so what would be the most cost effective way of doing this?
1.5 BAR
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: CHICAGO
you shouldnt need to lower the compression for 8 psi. most stock engines can support 10 psi. make sure you use the highest octane available at the pump.
the cheapest way to lower compression is by using a thicker cylinder head gasket. this is the easiest but not recommended. a thicker head gasket is more prone to blowouts. the best way to lower compression is by replacing the pistons with lower compression dished pistons.
the cheapest way to lower compression is by using a thicker cylinder head gasket. this is the easiest but not recommended. a thicker head gasket is more prone to blowouts. the best way to lower compression is by replacing the pistons with lower compression dished pistons.
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Joined: Dec 2010
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