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Old 07-29-2013, 05:47 PM   #1094
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Originally Posted by Robftss View Post
http://www.vortechsuperchargers.com/...ORTECH+SYSTEMS

See: 'High altitude operation' at the bottom of your systems website.

BOV's remove excess pressure, they do not 'bleed' to maintain pressure during boost at various altitudes.
Yes, which is why is my earlier statement I said supercharged and turbocharged cars lose about 5% power in Colorado Springs when compared to the exact same car at sea level. If you go by the general 1psi equals about 10-15hp, that would come up to 20-30Hp by both my and vortechs references. Colorado Springs is at 6400ft asl.

I do appreciate the link, however.

Another .5psi at sea level coming from 3500 feet seems very realistic and another 10hp on the dyno seems about right mathematically. Could see more with higher octane gas and a more aggressive tune. Again, I'm actually being positive towards the product.

Bov's don't, but waste gates do. I should've been more specific in my reference.
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