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Old 04-26-2019, 04:33 AM   #6
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Originally Posted by SirSpectre View Post
All,

I am getting ready to build the bottom end of the engine with rods, pistons, etc.

I am going between keeping stock compression vs going to 10:1

Aiming for 350+ whp on pump and 400+ on e85

What are the other effects that I will notice or will there be if I lower compression?

Turbo spool time increase?
Low end torque loss?

Running a custom setup with a GT2871r turbo
With your situation, there's no reason to lower compression. If you were making some monster drag engine, then maybe. Just get a good tuner.
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