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Old 05-12-2013, 12:59 PM   #1
Mark Yacavone
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Default Re: Simple Newbie 2 step ???

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Originally Posted by Billy Nees View Post
Well somebody please correct me if I'm wrong but the carbureted Buick turbos were a "blow through" setup were they not? That means that you're pushing boost through the carb and into the intake. That would mean that the carb and the intake are wet with fuel all of the time. Even with the 2-step, the engine should be able to build boost and even if it can't, it would be really loaded with unburned fuel. I wouldn't want that to go "pop".
No ,they're draw through. The carb is just in a funny place !
The two step is okay with the pedal switch but here's the problem:
As the boost climbs, so does the stall speed. It will eventually level off with a 2 step, but with every snap ,crackle and pop, it will still climb.
You've got to be ready for a quick tree, so, seeing you'll leave first 95 % of the time anyway, as soon as you see 4 stage bulbs, you need to go to the floor as quick as you can.
Better chance you'll be maxed out with boost...If not...you had a bad day!
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