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Old Apr 19, 2006 | 05:03 PM
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on a 1995 Sti RA...

What sort of power is going to break my drivechain?

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Old Apr 19, 2006 | 06:01 PM
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From: Leeds - It was 562.4bhp@28psi on Optimax, How much closer to 600 with race fuel and a bigger turbo?
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350+
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Old Apr 19, 2006 | 06:18 PM
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hmmm now that sounds like a nice figure!

Whats the 1st thing after 350 to go?

What is needed for say 400?

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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 09:48 AM
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From: Class record holder at Pembrey Llandow Goodwood MIRA Hethel Blyton Curborough Lydden and Snetterton
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Mine went at approx 340 lbft, broke a woodruff (sp?) key in 4th, but inspection suggested it was due to the loose nut on 5th rather than the power.

Gearbox now rebuilt and its holding together atm!
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From: Leeds - It was 562.4bhp@28psi on Optimax, How much closer to 600 with race fuel and a bigger turbo?
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What is needed for say 400?
An uprated gear kit..
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