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      05-18-2011, 12:47 PM   #42
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Originally Posted by X5Sport View Post
I think for the N55 it may be a single 'twin-scroll' turbo system and the redesigned exhaust manifold which divides into two three cylinder sections to feed the turbo. Could be mistaken though. Supposed to improve the breathing.
The only thing you're mistaken about is the reason for the setup you described, which is correct. The reason to do it is to improve turbo spool time / response.
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