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Old 05-03-2005, 01:15 PM
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Default fuel pressure regulator

When should I think about getting a fuel pressure regulator? Why would I need one? I was thinking about one from BBK.
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Old 05-03-2005, 01:39 PM
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you get one when you need more fuel pressure with the new mods
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Old 05-03-2005, 01:49 PM
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Default RE: fuel pressure regulator

above is correct. you will only need one to increase fuel preesure after a few mods, and dont forget to get a gauge with it set pressure between 38-42 psi vac off depending on mods.

After looking at yor current mods you could see some minor inprovements if you got on now.
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Old 05-03-2005, 02:00 PM
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they selling a good kit on eBay for i think $80 its the regulator and the gauge
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Old 05-03-2005, 03:27 PM
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you dont need a fuel regulator right now don't waste your money on one.
if you get a good set of heads,24 lb inj and a good aftermarket intake
then put a fuel regulator in.
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Old 05-03-2005, 04:57 PM
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what about on twin turbos
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Old 05-03-2005, 05:01 PM
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ya, twin turbos would be a great reason to get a fuel pressure regulator
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Old 05-03-2005, 05:07 PM
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thanks
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Old 05-03-2005, 05:47 PM
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yes you have to have a AFPR with turbos
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Old 05-03-2005, 09:11 PM
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i have BBK with a nos gauge and it works great.
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