Benefits of running a low compression engine ?

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11-11-2004, 11:20 AM

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Benefits of running a low compression engine ?

as above really, what are the benefits of running a low compression engine in a s2 erst as apposed to a standard compression one ?

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11-11-2004, 11:27 AM

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benifit - you can run more boost

drawback - less off boost drivability

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11-11-2004, 12:26 PM

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drawback - less off boost drivability

whys that ? would you actually notice it though ?

Any other benefits apart from being able to run more boost such as less chance of det etc....

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11-11-2004, 12:29 PM

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Yep, you can run more boost & ignition advance before the onset of det.

As far as the off boost driveability goes, if it's all set-up well there aint THAT much difference but I suppose that would depend on how low you went.