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Math problem ! boost=compression

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Old 03-04-2011, 02:03 PM
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Default Math problem ! boost=compression

so i searched yahoo and google to try and find this out.



1 lb of boost is equal to how much increased compression ?



i know there is a math formula for it, but i cant seem to locate it.



or does any one even know the rule of thumb with this ?
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Effective Compression = ((Boost PSI / 14.7) + 1) * Current Static Compression Ratio




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