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Old Nov 25, 2006 | 05:00 PM
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i know its been discussed many times before but i just want a final answer so i can make up my mind as to what i want to do... is it pointless to use a maf when going with lets say 15+PSI of boost? am i better off with speed density? would a diffent maf make a difference like maybe an LPE 100mm maf?
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Old Nov 25, 2006 | 05:03 PM
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In my opinion, once you are talking about a combination that will max out the MAF sensor before redline, speed density is the best option.
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Old Nov 25, 2006 | 05:17 PM
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what are all the TT Lingenfelter cars using?
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Old Nov 25, 2006 | 08:05 PM
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Id like to know as well, this is something I haven't even thought of yet. I got a d-1 with the knowledge I'd boost the hell outta it eventually, and eventually is almost here.
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Old Nov 25, 2006 | 08:08 PM
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Originally Posted by INTMD8
In my opinion, once you are talking about a combination that will max out the MAF sensor before redline, speed density is the best option.
ya now at what point does the maf max out?
would a bigger maf not max out as easily or is the size just for restriction purposes like to be less restrictive on the intake side?


and i too would like to know what lingenfelter uses on his tt 427 vettes as im having a 427 built for boost and soon will start on my tt system.
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Old Nov 25, 2006 | 08:55 PM
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maybe they are using that 100mm they sell?????
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Old Nov 25, 2006 | 08:56 PM
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go SD
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Old Nov 25, 2006 | 09:02 PM
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Pardon my ingnorance, but wtf is an sd? The only sd I know is Super Dave and he is a stupid ***.
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SD = Speed Density

I would be interested in knowing what the maximum you can go with MAF before your max'd out ?
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Old Nov 25, 2006 | 09:29 PM
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The maf maxes around 640 engine HP or around 550 rwhp...which is close to a stage 2 LPE car so all is good.

The LPE 100mm maf only helps some hertz issues on LS2's and an inlet restriction on high hp cars that insist on using a maxed maf. I ran a stock screened factory maf to 700rwhp, but it was maxed at 3400rpm....had to use rpm vs PE tuning above 3400rpm...not the best way to tune , but it worked....I'm playing with SD now and agree with INTMD8.
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Old Nov 25, 2006 | 09:43 PM
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SD, speed density. Duhrrrr... I've got a granetelli or whoever. Im making 600 rwhp. Is a sd in my near future?
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Old Nov 26, 2006 | 11:10 AM
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now would it be possible to tune using the maf up to the point in RPM where it maxes out and record that tune and then tune with SD and enter the recorded "maf tune" so it will be more precise? or am i going about this all wrong?
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Old Nov 26, 2006 | 11:27 AM
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Speed Density.. More accurate
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Old Nov 30, 2006 | 04:33 AM
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ok so now what happens when the maf gets maxed out? does the pcm go into SD mode? is this bad for the motor? can the car still be tuned well even if the maf gets maxed out?
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Old Nov 30, 2006 | 08:07 AM
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Originally Posted by C Murda
ok so now what happens when the maf gets maxed out? does the pcm go into SD mode? is this bad for the motor? can the car still be tuned well even if the maf gets maxed out?
You have to be careful and KNOW when the maf maxes so you can tune RPM vs PE to get the proper A/F ratio. Or you go Boom.
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Old Nov 30, 2006 | 08:47 AM
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would you go speed density open or closed loop?
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