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Old 07-04-2005, 10:26 PM
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how much boost can i run on my small turbo escos ?
it has a 285 superchip, turbo technics hybrid t28, powertec filter, decatted exhaust with centre box removed.. is it advisable to change the fuel pump and regulator with these mods done ?

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Old 08-04-2005, 08:59 AM
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you should change the pump straight away as they are suppose 2 be on there limit as standard m8 let alone chipped, was the first thing i did check with your tuner about fuel reg as aint got a clue mines a big T stg 1 at the moment
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Originally Posted by GaryS
Mine holds 18PSI but is running with a Gp A fuel pump. Only set it up last weekend on Autronic wideband lamda gear so I know its safe.

Gary what sort of bhp is the car?
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mine ran 23 psi over boost and dropped down to 20 held, it had a hybrid turbo, uprated flue pump and regulator and chip
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Is a Group A pump meant to stay on continuously when you turn the ignition on, or just prime the system and turn off like standard?
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Depends what limit is on the chip!!
Mine runs at 21-22psi all day long with no boost limiter, or rev limiter.
303bhp
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is this a chip you have had mapped yourself to run this boost ??? £££££ ???
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