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Old Mar 1, 2006 | 05:12 PM
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Fuel Pressure

I want to check my fuel pressure this weekend. Anyone know what should it be between and what is the minimum fuel pressure I need to run safe? Thanks!! -- Johan
 
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Old Mar 1, 2006 | 06:00 PM
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3.5 bar = 50.7632082 pounds per square inch for both MC and MCS (and I am sure Convertible)
 
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Old Mar 1, 2006 | 06:13 PM
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3 at idle....under boost...3.5 maybe more....the important thing is that it doesn't drop under boost...I see about 4.5 bar under boostwith a peak of 5+ LOL YAY!
 
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Old Mar 3, 2006 | 11:42 AM
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Ok so correct me If I'm wrong please...While under boost I should for sure not be below 50 lbs. I'll be installing a gauge soon, but I need some info to get started. Thanks!! -- Johan

Tuls, How much boost do you have with your twin charge system?
 
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Old Mar 3, 2006 | 11:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Tuls
3 at idle....under boost...3.5 maybe more....the important thing is that it doesn't drop under boost...I see about 4.5 bar under boostwith a peak of 5+ LOL YAY!
What are you using to monitor the fuel pressure with?
 
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Old Mar 3, 2006 | 12:29 PM
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Originally Posted by dominicminicoopers
What are you using to monitor the fuel pressure with?
a fuel pressure gauge...
 
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Old Mar 3, 2006 | 01:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Tuls
a fuel pressure gauge...
Well duh... LOL

which brand? Was this on the dyno or did you get a guage for your car?
 
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Old Mar 3, 2006 | 02:31 PM
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ah...Defi-Link Meter
 
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