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Old 09-26-2009, 03:41 PM
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Whats up everyone I was woundering how much boost can the stock 5.9 cummins turbo handle I am putting out about 30-32lbs and my truck is pretty much stock
 
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Old 09-26-2009, 04:10 PM
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With simple mods like AFC and fuel plate adjustments or a boost elbow, the stock turbo will make 35lbs efficently. Above 35LBS it's worthless and living on borrowed time!
 
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Old 09-26-2009, 06:27 PM
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All your making past 35psi is heat! That being said mine saw 44-46 A LOT and its still alive and kicking on a friends truck.

 
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