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Old Aug 6, 2006 | 08:29 PM
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Originally Posted by SafeChav
Jesse, the restrictors in the engine bay are fixed rate, its the valves on the later cars which restrict on deceleration.
Sorry, they are not fixed rate. Ever wondered why they are mounted at an inclined position? It's because the operation is based on a ball inside trying to roll up the cylinder when decelleration to reduce pressure. Mounting the valves at a different angle will increase/decrease their effect.
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