Turbo gas mileage...
01-10-2009, 10:07 AM
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Magna Chargers have a bypass valve in them, that opens while in cruise. It's vacuum/load actuated. While open, they claim it takes less than 1hp to turn. Its conceivable since all you have to turn is the rotating mass of the rotors/pulleys and the friction in the bearings/gears. In a cetrifugal setup there's a surge valve, but I think that just functions like a BOV in a turbo setup where it opens when the throttle is slammed shut. I guess you could get it to open while cruising though, but I wasn't aware that they were designed to do that. Makes sense though.
01-10-2009, 10:13 AM
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01-10-2009, 11:40 AM
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I respect anyone who modifys their vehicle for performance regarless of how they do it.
01-10-2009, 02:18 PM
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When the students are ready, the teacher appears.
01-10-2009, 02:23 PM
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You wouldn't be on the forums if that was your stance. If you have a valid opinion you should share it. Who cares what other people think. I, like others, am very interested in this subject and would love to hear everyones thoughts.
01-10-2009, 02:24 PM
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What's the right idea? Any thoughts on the subject? I think all the students are here and listening so lets see some teaching.