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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 10:48 AM
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Super vs. Turbo

Is there a significant difference in terms of reliability and engine strain between these two methods of boost? Would an 8-11psi range of boost require forged pistons and/or connecting rods? Thanks for the feedback!
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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 02:46 PM
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how about a nice old search my friend.... this has been asked and answered to death
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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 04:32 PM
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+1
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Old Aug 12, 2007 | 09:31 PM
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+1 on PR Mivec.. there are about 20+ threads that are huge on this thread i bet.. i wouldn't be surprised if its a sticky.
They both have pro's and con's fyi.
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Old Aug 12, 2007 | 09:47 PM
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I'm going to sit back and watch the bashing and everyone bashing everyone...bashing everyone ..
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Old Aug 25, 2007 | 11:56 PM
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NooB!
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Old Aug 26, 2007 | 06:41 AM
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Superchargers start engine fire's!!!!!!!!!

TURBo'S start engine failureS!!!!

Either way you are ***'d up
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Old Aug 26, 2007 | 05:48 PM
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hahahahahah and there is proof if both of those on here
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Old Aug 27, 2007 | 07:51 AM
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Originally Posted by migueralliart
Superchargers start engine fire's!!!!!!!!!

TURBo'S start engine failureS!!!!

Either way you are ***'d up

i havent heard anything negative about n2o, take that route .
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Old Aug 27, 2007 | 10:37 AM
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I'm going to sit back and watch the bashing and everyone bashing everyone...bashing everyone ..

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Old Aug 27, 2007 | 03:11 PM
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buy the RIPP SC kit but change ur fuel lines and tell us if it is any good
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