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Old May 12, 2008 | 03:19 PM
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when upping the boost i.e 30psi,is it ideal/nessacery to increase the torque on the head bolts? to cope with the extra pressure?
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Old May 12, 2008 | 04:51 PM
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No, but you should consider what head gasket you have and whether it can take it.
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