[s-cars] FMIC's and Pressure Losses

[Lewis, Gary M]

Hap Offered:
 
> With regard to the FMIC, you'll not only have cooler(close to ambient) charge 
> air temps, but you'll also realize a significant power gain. Frank A got a 
> 25hp gain at the wheels 
> when an FMIC was added to his RS2 equipped car. 

Nice...

> Bigger turbos might actually gain more. Josh Moody picked up about 35hp with a Garrett 
> hybrid 50 trim. 

Nicer...

> You'll also notice an improvement to your boost threshold. 
> Full boost should come 
> about 200-400 rpm sooner.

Nicest.

I'm actually happy with the power of my car, I just want boost lower down.  The 200-400 reduction in boost threshold is the primary reason I'm doing an FMIC.

Take a look at the Bypass Valve posting today if you are interested in reducing pressure losses.

Gary Lewis

1995.5 S6 Avant, Green/Ecru, RS2 MAF, RS2 Exhaust Manifold, RS2 Injectors, Custom Turbo (K26 Turbine, Factory K26 Cold side (Audi Works '999' P/N) with 50mm intake and custom Innovative Turbo compressor wheel), TurboXS Type 25 Bypass Valve, Bilsteins, Eibachs, Big Reds, Spec II Clutch.