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Why are tolerances looser for an engine setup for n2o?

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Old 12-12-2006, 10:20 AM
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Why are tolerances looser and the rings gapped differently for an engine setup for n2o?
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N2o engines make more heat on the juice. You need to allow for more thermal expansion.
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