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is my maf big enough?

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Old 02-25-2007, 10:21 PM
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here is a list of my current mods. im making 277rwhp and 314rwtq but i am in the middle of installing a wet NX kit right now and will prolly run somewhere from 50-100 shot. i just wondered if my 73mm C&L MAF will be big enough for this application. anyone know how much hp before i need to upgrade?

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Old 02-25-2007, 10:21 PM
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o yeah those hp and tq numbers are without nitrous
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Old 02-25-2007, 10:27 PM
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Yes. Adding nitrous isn't going to make your engine suck in any more air through the MAF so it doesn't matter.
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Old 02-25-2007, 10:30 PM
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ok well how much hp can that maf handle?
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Old 02-25-2007, 10:35 PM
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That maf is will work good for your app.
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Old 02-25-2007, 10:38 PM
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ok well how much hp can that maf handle?
Forget the CFM's on them but that's probably good up to a good 325
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