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    Increased Boost vs Viscosity?

    Some great answers and appreciate some of the real-world experience shared. In my case the HP per cylinder is less than yours at around 70hp/cyl, however my baseline OEM viscosity is higher so I'd probably target something similar in the end. Interesting! Regarding your point about the...
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    Increased Boost vs Viscosity?

    Apologies for not including this in original post but didn't want this to turn into an oil recommendation thread - I figured the discussion would apply to any vehicle that's been modified in this way. For reference, the vehicle is a 2003 Ford Falcon XR6 Turbo, originally producing 320hp and now...
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    Increased Boost vs Viscosity?

    Hello everyone! Using my first post to pose a question I've been pondering for a while. I have a turbocharged petrol vehicle that is running more boost than stock, giving roughly 30% additional peak torque. Will this higher torque load require a higher viscosity oil? If so, what's the...
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