We can't compare a diesel to a gas engine. Diesels...you can boost them at 200 psi if you want to and no fear of running them lean, or at least not as much of a problem. Gas engine-the rods HAVE to be strong if you're going to have boost down low (remember the 2.3?), pistons have to be forgiving, head need good chambers design, plug location must be good, head gaskets must be high quality (remember the 3.8??) turbos have to be able to endure 1800-2000 deg temps, etc. Theres a lot more to be concerned with on a gas engine. If a wastegate sticks shut or a hose burns away, the engine won't forgive.

I realize that modern computer controls can be programmed to take all that into consideration, but keep in mind that it just adds complexity. And I think that each one of us knows that computers aren't always perfect.

Like I said, I hope Ford does their "homework" on this!

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