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How much pressure is the exhaust gas actually pushing?

Discussion in 'Turbo Tech Questions' started by SleepySierra, Oct 12, 2007.

  1. SleepySierra

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    Sep 19, 2007
    ...So on a V8, let's use the GM 6.0L as an example. does anyone know or have an idea of how much pressure the exhaust gas would push on/into a turbo? is it maybe 1psi?....just curious. :huh:
     
    SleepySierra, Oct 12, 2007
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  2. Robert1320

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    Jun 20, 2005
    You should measure your back pressure.
    2 ex to 1 in, or more, prerssure is bad.
    2 to 1 or less is good, 1 to 1 is golden.
     
    Robert1320, Oct 12, 2007
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