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Jul 9, 2009 | 11:47 PM

joe blow

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Intake elbow

Hi there,

I am going to install a new boost gauge and replace the boost reading on my quadzilla standalone gauge cluster with the fuel pressure feature they offer.....

I know that the best place to take a boost reading is the intake elbow, which is easily tapped for the line.

My question:

Is it really worth upgrading to any one of the several "power elbows" (that claim better airflow) if I really have no IC upgrades? Does it really make a difference?

Thanks
Joe

Jul 9, 2009 | 11:48 PM

bismic

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I saw no benefit after installing mine.

Jul 9, 2009 | 11:50 PM

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I figured as much...I could see if it was part of a whole IC package..intercooler, larger tubes etc.

The less I can draw attention from the smog guys to aftermarket parts the better.

Thanks Mark

Jul 10, 2009 | 01:23 AM

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I saw no benefit with the full Banks Technicooler, piping, and elbow. Maybe if I had a bigger turbo and larger injectors, but not with stock equipment.

Jul 10, 2009 | 10:37 AM

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Cartmanea,

You did not see ANY difference in anything???? Lower EGT's etc?

Jul 10, 2009 | 10:51 AM

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I didn't have gauges before the install, but I didn't notice any MPG or power increase. I'm sure the intercooler lowered EGTs a little, but I wouldn't bother with just an elbow. You can always polish up an '05 elbow if you want it shiny.