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Old 11-08-2002 | 06:32 PM
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Getting crazy puffy? Just check all your hoses, etc...basically repeating what everyone else said...
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Old 11-08-2002 | 09:32 PM
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Originally posted by Tony96EX
keep boost under 5 psi
5 psi? h:

But yeah, what these guys said. Compression/leakdown test.

Proper fuel management is key as I'm sure you already know. I would also think for older cars in general cooling becomes a much bigger issue (excess heat can damage already worn engine goodies such as the hoses someone mentioned earlier)

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Old 11-09-2002 | 01:31 AM
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How much miles does 174 *** KM's come out to???
Old 11-09-2002 | 04:38 AM
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1.6 km = 1 mile
Old 11-09-2002 | 05:20 AM
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So that makes 108,000 miles...right?? I suck at Math so if i'm wrong please correct me.
Old 11-09-2002 | 05:37 AM
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start | run | "calc"
Old 11-09-2002 | 06:14 AM
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Default Re: 140k freeway miles.. safe to turbo?

Originally posted by puffy
if not, what can I do(cheap) to make it safe--R
slap a sticker on it :ghey:




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