# SuperCharging a Northstar

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**Category:** NYSpeed Automotive\
**Created:** [January 7, 2006, 10:59pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/supercharging-a-northstar/6544 "2006-01-07T22:59:44Z")\
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**Author:** ![HotRodKid](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/hotrodkid/32/7609_2.png) [@HotRodKid](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/HotRodKid)\
**Post date:** [January 8, 2006, 8:08pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/supercharging-a-northstar/6544/37 "2006-01-08T20:08:44Z")

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> [@Treads4Heads](#):
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> how much can 7psi get me?

> Johnson prefers the early-model rods for applications up to 400 hp, but has used the late-stock rods in his own blown motor. With boost to 7 psi, any rods will work, but beyond 10 psi, he prefers the Crower forgings.  
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