blackmega3500
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I hate to derail this thread, but I've got a SXE400 question...
I've always been led to believe that 96mm turbine was maxed out pushing a decent 80mm wheel, and that the potential of 84-85 compressor wheel can't be realized with the 96mm turbine. So, I'm really surprised to see that BW is offering a 488 being driven by the 96.
So what's up with that??? Is this a different turbine, just with the same diameter? Or is it the same turbine that's being pushed really hard.
I'm particularly interested because a have a FI s488 and s491 that I plan on trying out next year. Originally, I was leary of their potential, and have been talking to Jose about possibly upgrading to their new 100mm turbine. But after reading this, maybe they'll perform better than expected?
80/87 has been a strong flowing setup for many before with loosish ar housings.
It's hard to imagine the 96 being chocked by an 80mm.