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Old 08-25-2008, 11:06 PM
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I decided to go with the kenne bell 2.6L stage 2 with 10 psi. Is that to much strain on a stock engine? Want to make sure before i order.... thanx for the input
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Old 08-26-2008, 12:04 AM
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I'm no FI expert as I'm N/A. But from what I've read on here, I'd say 10 is pushing it. If you have a really good tune and a really good fuel pump you should be ok. But I'd consider building the bottom end in the near future if I were you.

It would be best to wait for others to chime in before making your decision.
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Old 08-26-2008, 10:05 AM
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I've only heard a couple of people break while using 10psi

I agree, with a tune from a talented tuner and running 10psi, your car should be fine for years to come.
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Old 08-26-2008, 10:20 AM
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Up to 10 psi only.

Your tune is really what makes or breaks your block, however.
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Old 08-26-2008, 11:03 AM
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10psi is fine on the stock block, but it is the perceived limit, although many have gone to 12psi and been fine.

Just get a tune from a reputable guy and let them know you will give up some hp for safety.

Congrats on the blower you will love it.
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Old 08-26-2008, 11:20 AM
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10 psi is fine.
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Old 08-26-2008, 11:27 AM
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What if you are forced to use a canned tune? If I install a saleen or whipple myself that's what I will have to do. I'm not driving the car 1000+ miles for a dyno tune.
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Most are fine with the Whipple Tune, I know Hammeron, Moosestang, and myself have been running with it for a long time with no issues.

Cant speak to the saleen tune.
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Thanks. Just kinda wondered whether using a canned tune affected the max. boost recommendation for a stock engine.
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Old 08-26-2008, 12:29 PM
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If you decide to stay with 10 psi, make sure you are comfortable with that because once you got it, there will be no way in hell you will say, "ok, I am going to go down to 8 psi now for safety". Just won't happen, the power is too addictive.
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