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  1. neilandbob

    Supercharger boost control

    I'm supercharging an Alfa 145 ts. It's a 2.0l engine that makes 155bhp as standard, i'm only looking for 200bhp, at the moment. I'll be using a Rotrex centrifugal compressor at about 4-5 psi. The unit I currently have is good for about 300-350bhp. A specialist says I should use a restrictor on...
  2. neilandbob

    Flywheel machining

    So, any ideas on balancing. Will my local engine machine shop be able to do it? Thanks for the info. so far, i've got a spare flywheel, so i'm going to give it a shot.
  3. neilandbob

    Flywheel machining

    Thanks, that's what i'm looking for.
  4. neilandbob

    Flywheel machining

    Sorry, I've not worded my question very well. I'm aware of the effects of lightening the flywheel, I just don't know the guidelines for lightening a standard one. Is there a minimum thickness I should go to, or should I just use my head on this as I guess I can work it out. Will I need to...
  5. neilandbob

    Flywheel machining

    I'm looking to take some weight of a standard automotive flywheel, (Alfa Romeo 2.0 straight four). What is the safe amount I can take off. Should I do it at all?

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