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mrr23
07-14-2006, 09:41 PM
answers from the manufacturers

If the correct nitrous system for the application is used, you should never have a problem. The use of the correct jetting as supplied in the kit and an adequate fuel delivery system will greatly reduce the effects of premature engine failure. NEVER ATTEMPT TO ADD MORE HORSEPOWER THAN IS RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURE FOR YOUR APPLICATION.

The key is choosing the correct H.P. for a given application. A kit that uses the correct factory calibration does not usually cause increased wear. As the energy released in the cylinder increases so do the loads on the various components that must handle them. If the load increases exceed the ability of the component to handle them, added wear takes place. Ny-Trex kits are designed for use on demand and only at wide-open throttle. Nitrous can be extremely advantageous in that it is only used when you want it, not all the time. All Ny-Trex kits are designed for maximum power with reliability for a given application.

As long as the nitrous system is installed per the instructions and the set-up procedures are followed, there is usually not any increase in engine wear.
SWThomas
05-23-2008, 06:53 AM
Great post!!!

I would have to agree. It's all in the tune and how your kit is installed. As long as all the engine parameters are right, there shouldn't be any excessive engine wear.
djlowfreq
05-01-2009, 05:19 PM
As SWThomas said, "It's all in the tune". So many people hook up the nitrous kit think that is it. That's SO WRONG!! Spend a little extra and have it put on a dyno to check air/fuel ratio's and engine knock, etc ..... It will pay for itself in the long run.
TARZAN
05-01-2009, 08:13 PM
Some epxeriences here....

I've sprayed my own 100k+ mile vehicles, with no problems.

I've sprayed my 87 turbo buick with a stock longblock, and it still runs great....2 years later

The co-owner of my forum sprayed his foxbody with 140k+ miles probably 2 bottles a weekend for a year and a half......and the motor still ran fine.

Its all in the details. Halfass an install, push for too much, or half ass a tune.....and it will bite you in the ass.

-Will
jakesz28
08-09-2009, 04:56 PM
I have to say it is all in the tune. Also I have to say that the jets and instructions in the kit are only starting points. Most kits are to rich and if you don't take the right precautions with the amount of timing you can kill a motor quickly.
cowtownup
08-10-2009, 05:24 PM
Wouldn't you want to err on the rich side... Or will running too rich kill and engine just as bad as running too lean?
Robert56
08-10-2009, 06:39 PM
yep, get a safe tune and don't get wild with the HP and all will be fine. Keeping on top of old solenoids can in fact cut the issues down a whole lot, meaning annual servicing.
Robert
Vitamin E
08-10-2009, 09:57 PM
Got a link to this how-to on servicing?
Robert56
08-11-2009, 06:54 PM
No. Just a general taking apart and inspecting for debri and/or damage to the seat material. also we can make sure they open and close with a nice snap.
Robert
hammered54
08-11-2009, 07:17 PM
it's easy to service a noid...even a 30 yr old er ah caveman thats it caveman could do it ( just have'n a little fun here) with just a few hand tool's .
Matt.
Vitamin E
08-11-2009, 07:39 PM
it's easy to service a noid...even a 30 yr old er ah caveman thats it caveman could do it ( just have'n a little fun here) with just a few hand tool's .
Matt.
Do the hand tools have to be as old as the user or can they be under a hundred?:)
hammered54
08-11-2009, 08:01 PM
you could use your Dad's.... if he will let you.