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Originally Posted by 2011 Nismo#91
Really, never heard anyone having problems at 8k. Only heard them explode at 8.5k+. Anyway there is a host of other issues with higher revs that an improved oil pump will not help with.
1. Poor stock oil pickup for track running - major oiling issues in high g turns
2. VQ37 heads with VVEL run very hot especially at higher RPMs. Hot heads not good. Especially when you run RPMs beyond design spec.
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There have been quite a few failures due to running 8k rpm. Raising the redline is playing with fire. It's not worth it to gain a few hp.