S&B intake system is installed on my Mk7 GTI to collect pre-turbocharger air temperature readings. This is a continuation of the effort to find the best air intake for the Mk7 GTI. The chart below shows the readings from the morning drive: This next chart shows the temperature readings from the afternoon drive:
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Gathering some additional data using the Shuenk OEM+ turbo I took advantage of slightly cooler temperatures to log boost onset again. The previous drive was taken in 84F temperatures, today it was 74F. Boost response improved with the 10 degreeF cooler ambient air temperature.
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After a drive around the block to be sure that the installation of the Shuenk IS38 turbocharger had been done properly a second drive was made to record boost onset. Ambient temperature during the drive was 84F which combined with the slow speed, approximately 30 mph at the point of WOT, led to intake air
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