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Old May 1, 2013 | 11:53 AM
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I am building my intercooler piping system and with hood clearance, turbo location, etc it would be very advantagous to put a 90 transition prior to the throttle body to put the intercooler piping in the right location. I will not be running over about 18 lbs of boost in a 408 ci with a 102 TB. I can perhaps have a straight section prior to the 90 but it would be best if I could use the silicone adapter directly on the TB and run the intercooler piping right to it.
Will this affect my horsepower very much if at all?
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Old May 1, 2013 | 12:03 PM
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No, it shouldn't matter too much (never want any tight bends if possible), safe to assume you will not be running a MAF?
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Old May 1, 2013 | 12:13 PM
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Yes, that is correct. No MAF. I am using the the Holley EFI HP set up. I have this installed in a Vega Pro Gas type car that I am putting back on the street.
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Your good. 90 is fine Alot of guys have to run a 90 before the tb .
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If you cant help it, a 90 will be fine. However, if you can swing it, dont use a 90*. Air doesnt like changing direction.
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