Re: [alfa] quick course in turbos

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Look for "Turbochargers" by Hugh McInnes.   Described as the cliff-note version of forced induction references.

Also try "Maximum Boost" by Corky Bell, considered the authority on forced induction.

From amazon.com..

 Maximum Boost: Designing, Testing, and Installing Turbocharger Systems by Corky Bell (Paperback - April 2003) 
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  Supercharged! Design, Testing and Installation of Supercharger Systems by Corky Bell (Paperback - April 2003) 
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  Supercharging, Turbocharging, & Nitrous Oxide Performance Handbook (Powerpro) by Earl Davis, Diane Davis (Paperback - December 2001) 
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HTH

-Peter

> Does anyone know of a resource where I can get a quick introduction to 
> turbocharged engines?
> 
> If someone says "wastegate", or "boost 17 psi", what are they talking 
> about?
> 
> Tess
> in Bellevue, WA USA 
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