Turbocharger FAQs.

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What is a turbocharger?
Put simply, a turbocharger is a device that uses exhaust gas energy to drive a compressor wheel located in the intake tract, to pressurize the intake, and allow the engine to ingest more air than it would otherwise be able to do.

How does a turbocharger work?
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Exhaust gas drives the turbine, which spins a compressor wheel via the turbine shaft.

That's great. How much boost can I run on a stock CT26?
On a stock motor, I recommend no more than 12-13psi of boost from the CT26.