I have on order the HIBoost FMIC. I just bought the MSP a week ago. The Orig owner put custom exhaust from the downpipe back. He also put on the Injen CAI kit, so i was wondering if i can SAFELY turn up the boost. I know fuel and timing are a issue when turning the boost up, but do you think i could put it up to 10psi without adding extra fuel or retarding the timing?
What Can i Turn my boost up to with a FMIC, and Custom exhaust with no CAT?
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dirtysouth_msp
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Basically if you increase the boost, you take your chances. I would not go to 10 psi without EMS. Some have blown at stock boost. Of course, alot depends on driving habits, etc. I has been shown that these cars are not very consistent in regards to what the engine, LSD, etc. can handle. If $ is the issue, then check out DSM's AFC. It is priced pretty cheap and will help you run 10 psi much safer, not to mention the gains you will get from the AFC alone. However, regardless of EMS, you have to keep in mind that the rods in this car a pretty weak. From what I've heard and experienced 250 hp is pretty much the max and that is like walking a tight rope. If you really want to build on this car, get EMS and forged internals. Otherwise, its all a gamble.
kicker22705
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wait till you install the fmic and add some colder spark plugs before you boost 9-10psi.
these steps along w/ your downpipe & cai will greatly reduce your risk of detonation.
like many have said you should also look into the afc which will also conveniently double as a fuel cut eliminator which you will almost certainly encounter boosting more than stock.
these steps along w/ your downpipe & cai will greatly reduce your risk of detonation.
like many have said you should also look into the afc which will also conveniently double as a fuel cut eliminator which you will almost certainly encounter boosting more than stock.
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HeHateMe said:
good luck, they are hard to get. Look in the FS section for people selling theirs. For the money it was one of my better mods. Largest difference in performance for the dollar. Remember performance does not = HP, the car will pull faster... and your HP and especially your AFR curves will look much better.
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HeHateMe said:
i do believe you ordered from me
i emailed juan last night to get confirmation on it, btw
ca_deal1 said:
I have never run my car above 8.5 flat I don't think. Mine spikes high.... I watch the HKS EVC II screen to watch the spike and flat. The marks on my Defi are not even.... so between 5-10 its hard to tell exact boost. And I actually have a AFC.
You should turn that boost down until that MPI is in... seriously.
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I would not go over MSP Stock... of 6.5 - 7.5 PSI. Unless you have a couple of grand in the matress or in a Mayo Jar.
But you were driving stoned!JBreed said:
I have been running 12PSI (or more) for 72,000 miles or so. Of course many have blown at less so go firgure.
I have a catless MAM, an Injen, JoeP MBC, and a hard motor mount. I really want a nice SMIC or FMIC with an MPI. I won't do anything more after that. I will buy a RWD car and just use the MSP as a daily driver.
yashooa said:
your crystal ball lied to you! (gossip)
Stoned??? (stoned)
As in high? now that's funny (lol2) , considering I don't get high (yupnope) and I just got home from the gym where I had been running, (direct) and lifting weights for the past hour. (smash)
My car was bought with Joe P fuel cut installed, combined with running high boost. 3" exhaust and no EMS=========KABOOM
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