Calculating with Car Specs
By Ernie Parker, CFPAI, CFPSD, CFPS, CFPMM, CFPMT, CFPMIP, CFPMMH, CFPMIH, CFPE
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Calculate the scfm and nlpm needed from the turbo charger for a car with the following specifications:
- 4-inch diameter pistons (101.6 mm)
- 3.46-inch stroke (87.88 mm)
- 8-cylinder engine
- 6,000 rpm
- 10 psi (0.069 bar) of boast for the turbo charger
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