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Old Jan 30, 2004 | 02:28 PM
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I know from watching Rob Raymer's car that floating valves will kill HP . . . I've seen that myself on my last dyno. I have since put in 918's and am redynoing tonite. Does it affect where peak tq is made? Will it shift powerband any? I'm hoping to see somewhere around 615/640 to the ground now, but wondered what else it will affect besides peak HP?

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Old Jan 30, 2004 | 02:54 PM
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Keep us posted.

It can effect the power curve for sure.
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Old Jan 30, 2004 | 05:05 PM
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Definatly let us know what you put down. I`m just getting ready to go out in the shop and install my 918s. So i`m eager to hear how it turns out for you. i think i heard somewhere that it can make you peak earlier but i`m not positive.
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Old Jan 30, 2004 | 05:14 PM
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Will do . . . 1:45 to lift-off! The car pulls like a ***** since I did the springs, so I'm expecting to see good #'s
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Updates?
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Yup!

https://ls1tech.com/forums/forced-induction/134310-620-684-12psi-91-octane-stock-motor-918-s.html
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