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Which Volvo Turbocharger is Better? 13G, 13T, 15G

Confused about turbos for Volvos? If 13G, 13T, 15G, 16T, 18T, and 19T make you think of womens’ dress sizes, this post will help you understand what fits on your Volvo and why.

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850 GLT Performance Mods

If the gain in hp from an N/A 850 to a turbo 850 wasn’t that great, then your question would get different answers. But the turbo cars are so much more powerful that the cost/benefit ratio of making an N/A faster just isn’t there. The cost/benefit gets a little better if your N/A is a manual. Note: 1997 GLT models DO have a light pressure turbo, and thus are good for speed mods.

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Boost for a Light Pressure Turbo

Let’s talk Boosts for a Light Pressure Turbo How much Boost for a Light Pressure Turbo? I wouldn’t go over ten pounds of boost on it. I…

Post categories In Engine, Speed, Aftermarket & HP, Volvo 850, Volvo S70 & V70 1998-2000