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Re: RS2 turbo, again, again
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- Subject: Re: RS2 turbo, again, again
- From: glen.powell@smc.com
- Date: 02 Jan 1995 08:25:37 -0500
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Before everyone jumps on the RS2-type turbo bandwagon, beware! A large
turbo designed for maximum output at high revs *might* not be the hot
ticket for street performance, in spite of the fact that large HP numbers
might be quoted for configurations that utilize it. Maintaining or even
improving the low-end and mid-range power and torque and throttle
response and reducing/eliminating turbo lag might be far more appropriate
objectives for real-life street performance. Of course, if you spend all
your time on the 'bahns at WOT and 100+ MPH or on the race track, max HP
at peak RPM *might* be the best setup. Just don't be fooled by big HP
numbers into optimizing your setup for conditions that are rarely if ever
encountered.....
For typical driving conditions in the US, mid-range power and throttle
response are far more important and useful Vs a big HP number at peak RPM
(IMFO, of course).
-glen