How High Is Safe?

[J4M3S]

I got a stock R33 s2 it has the side mount intercooler and i just recieved my http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Turbotech-manual-tu...A1%7C240%3A1308 wat is a safe level above stock that i can put my turbo too? also does any1 know how to install this thing? i'm noob

Edited November 26, 2008 by J4M3S

[Guilt-Toy]

safe is 6psi.

But most people run them at 10psi without any dramas

[The Bogan]

I ran at 14 psi with no problems but then it wasnt at WOT for to long, ((Ive swapped it out now for a TO4 with a 68 rear (WHICH IS STILL TO BLOODY LAGGY)) and upon inspection the bearings were still ok.

But in the end i must add how has the car been maintained (oils), how long will you hold it at full boost (giving it a bit here and there or draging)

If your turbo blows up dont blame me,LOL.

For peice of mind you could always buy a spare in case of a failure, I sold one for $200 i think a while ago so for a cheap power up grade its good value for money.

[J4M3S]

I ran at 14 psi with no problems but then it wasnt at WOT for to long, ((Ive swapped it out now for a TO4 with a 68 rear (WHICH IS STILL TO BLOODY LAGGY)) and upon inspection the bearings were still ok.

WOT??...T04??? sorry like i said i'm noob i'm still trying to pick up the short hand

[PHA71L]

do you have a boost guage? i would not run over 10psi!

fit it wrong and run to much boost, be up to replace a turbo or a engine!

[J4M3S]

it's weird it has -1.0, -0.5, 0.0, 0.5, 1.0 and i got the thing on my dash

Edited November 26, 2008 by J4M3S

[The Bogan]

WOT = wide open throttle, to4 is just a bigger turbo.

You need a good boost gauge and when you up the boost do it in small increments or you will end up running at 20 psi and it will blow.

[J4M3S]

ah ok kool thanks well i think i'll just keep it at 10 psi

[The Bogan]

Enjoy your ride mate, just remember to keep the servicing up.

See you around.

[R31Nismoid]

Also ensure you have a search - the ole How much boost with the stock turbo is a pretty common question

Thanks