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Re: TR6 bolt on supercharger

To: Martin Gonzales <mxgo@ix.netcom.com>, triumphs@Autox.Team.Net
Subject: Re: TR6 bolt on supercharger
From: "Michael D. Porter" <mdporter@rt66.com>
Date: Sun, 06 Dec 1998 21:48:20 -0700
Organization: Barely enough
References: <000401be219a$87fdf400$37d7bacd@c6r0y3>
Martin Gonzales wrote:
> 
> You wrote:
> 
> > I've just looked at the Eaton web site, and apparently, from the little
> >information there, a Model 45 is probably being used, which apparently
> >has a peak pressure of 10 psi. I would guess that the boost is being
> >controlled by the bypass valve, which is vacuum-operated.

> I've been to that site during my investigation of superchargers, the TR6
> used a Model 62 supercharger

That makes a bit more sense, I suppose--the Model 62 flows a maximum of
about 450 scfm, while the 45 about 330. A stock TR6 engine in good
condition probably flows 190-200 cfm at 6000 rpm, so a 62 would
guarantee sufficient inlet flow. I stand corrected. (A frequent
condition for me. <g>)

Cheers.

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