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inis
Ok, so I'm reading around about dry sumps. More of courisity then anything about placement and so forth. So I come across this little article.

http://www.gzmotorsports.com/vacuum-pump-guide.html#chart

Now I know that the lower block needs more vacuum on a turbo app. But just how much vac do I need? What happens if I run to much vac (engine is sealed right now) ??

Should I get something like this :



Peterson's new adjustable vacuum regulator is on the leading edge of engine management. It has been proven to regulate crankcase vacuum and hold a steady level through extensive testing. Vacuum can be regulated from as high as 29.7 in/hg down to 2 in/hg. This regulator is machined from Billet aluminum and features the same great quality as all of Peterson's products.

08-0455 Vacuum Regulator w/-12AN Bung


Most gauges that automotive enth. use read vac on the intake manifold. But what about the lower block?? I'm having a very hard time finding this info, I might try a book store tomorrow. If not, I'll do what every gear head should, I'll call a top builder :) Esslinger has helped me in the past, I might try them first.
inis
http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=449946

http://www.competitionplus.com/09_17_2003/moroso_pump.htm

I wont have enough time to read this all tonight , but I will tomorrow for sure.
MyNeonSaysHi
I wish I could help you out, but I have no idea. Contact that esslinger guy.
inis
Ok so I called peterson fluid systems today. This is what he said more or less (lots of typing)

On turbo apps, it is impossible to get zero blow by on the pistons. With that said , dry sump pumps only pull 20-30 inches of vacuum. He said that before I purchase a regulator I need to put a vac/pressure gauge off the block and see what it does apon idle. If I have pressure. I need to put a vac source on the lower block. If I have ANY vac then I can leave it alone as long as its not more then 14 inches of vac. He said that 12-14 inches is the sweet spot, anything over that is starting to get into oil starvation around the bottom of the pistons.

So , now time to find a gauge and get it on the motor :)
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