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Feb 2, 2006 | 11:54 PM

solobaric

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To methanol or not to methanol! That is the question!

Alright finally getting down to swapping out the motor. It's set up at 8.5:1 and I want to run 15 pounds of boost. Should I use an injection kit or not? My big fear is that I will run out of meth or alchy when I most need it and detonate becuase my tune is for meth/alchy. So, what do you think? Anybody running 15 pounds or more with no injection? Have you since switched to meth and seen great results?

Feb 3, 2006 | 03:01 AM

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If you have access to good fuel I wouldn't bother with the meth.

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Feb 3, 2006 | 03:57 AM

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What are you running for an intercooler setup?

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Feb 3, 2006 | 04:32 AM

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Go for it!

Feb 3, 2006 | 05:31 AM

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Matter's how efficient your intercooler is. For 15lbs and 8.5-1 compression I don't see the need for Meth if the tune is kept in check.

Feb 3, 2006 | 06:25 AM

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No meth here.. 8:1 compression, aftermarket race fuel system, 24"x7"x3" FMIC and 15lbs of boost= 750 RWHP

Feb 3, 2006 | 06:40 PM

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Thanks guys! The best fuel I can get around here is Shell 93 octane, so it's not that terrible. The Incon kit came with twin intercoolers mounted in the fenderwell area, very similar to the Procharger set up. Not the most efficient design, but better than some I guess. I think I may hold off on the meth than and just save up for a FMIC set up. Maybe just throw in a bottle of Torco when I fill up the tank just to be safe.