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Old Feb 22, 2010 | 11:10 PM
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i was j/w if i could run low boost on my 94 gt with out really going insde the block?? and i'm talking like 4-10lbs j/w
Old Feb 22, 2010 | 11:39 PM
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absolutely, would be a good idea to pick up supporting mods though as needed. There are plenty of people running 8-10 pounds on stock engines.
Old Feb 23, 2010 | 07:51 AM
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As long as you have plenty of fuel and a good tune to keep the detonation in control then yes you will be fine.
Old Feb 23, 2010 | 11:04 AM
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my buddy local ran 14lb's through a procharger and made 409hp before the stock gaskets gave. never pulled the heads before then.
Old Feb 23, 2010 | 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by 1994mustangman
i was j/w if i could run low boost on my 94 gt with out really going insde the block?? and i'm talking like 4-10lbs j/w
yup , plenty have done it
Old Feb 23, 2010 | 11:40 AM
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14psi and no problems 3 years and going
Old Feb 23, 2010 | 12:16 PM
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easily done, just need the fuel upgrades and a tune
Old Feb 23, 2010 | 07:08 PM
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ok, i have underdrives,cai,full exhaust no cats, i have factory headers tho, and i wana get 373's b4 i do it. but do u guys have any good kits u would recomend??
Old Feb 23, 2010 | 07:18 PM
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turbo or supercharger would help
Old Feb 25, 2010 | 10:42 PM
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is there any bolt on kits for my car under 1500



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