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Old 07-05-2008, 09:16 AM
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Originally Posted by mikey k,Jul 5 2008, 02:14 PM
Dont forget a SC does takes the whole rev range to get full boost and power.
Exactly like a normal engine then?
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No - the boost increases as the revs rise unlike a turbo!
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Originally Posted by mikey k,Jul 6 2008, 11:15 AM
No - the boost increases as the revs rise unlike a turbo!
Like a Normal engine then!
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I wonder how it would fare against Phils 660WHP monster....if he can get the power down!
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Originally Posted by Hypersonik,Jul 6 2008, 03:49 PM
Like a Normal engine then!
Old 07-06-2008, 02:25 PM
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Wonder why the S4 has a VW badge and steering wheel?! Seems pretty quick though!
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[QUOTE=JD_S2k,Jul 4 2008, 09:47 PM]
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Anyone know how much the V-Max events cost and when the next one is?

I feel some tuner baiting to be had..........
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I am waiting for details for the next VMAX event at Bruntingthorpe... could be fun!
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Ah - good call Moff! I might be up for that!

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