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Old Aug 20, 2006 | 04:09 PM
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As above, i had a fmic fitted to the scoob this weekend and have noticed a pressure drop. Is this normal, and if so why?

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Old Aug 20, 2006 | 04:16 PM
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check all hoses connected and are tight.
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Old Aug 20, 2006 | 04:17 PM
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should there be a drop in pressure when fitting a fmic or should the pressure raise?
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Old Aug 20, 2006 | 04:20 PM
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drop is normal due to longer piping
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Old Aug 20, 2006 | 09:27 PM
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What pressure are you talking about? Boost pressure or the pressure drop from inlet to outlet of the intercooler.

Boost pressure will more likely raise if your old TMIC was struggling to keep the temps down. Check for leaks.
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