How much boost, compressor outlet directly to wastegate?

That spinning thing that makes all of the cool noises. OE and Aftermarket.

Moderators: Helpinators, Moderators

Post Reply
ciper
Knowledgeable
Knowledgeable
Posts: 4388
Joined: Tue Oct 15, 2002 8:16 pm
Location: SFCA

How much boost, compressor outlet directly to wastegate?

Post by ciper »

When a normal tube is connected how much boost will result?
Top
mikec
Third Gear
Posts: 893
Joined: Tue Jan 21, 2003 8:27 pm
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Contact:
Contact mikec

Post by mikec »

I thought it was 6 psi, but I could be wrong.
"That shouldn't be a problem, since I do regularly visit the realm of subatmospheric manifold pressures." -- vrg3
Top
vrg3
Vikash
Posts: 12517
Joined: Sun Nov 03, 2002 2:13 am
Location: USA, OH, Cleveland (sometimes visiting DC though)
Contact:
Contact vrg3

Post by vrg3 »

The FSM specifies 320 to 380 mmHg , or 6.19 to 7.35 psi, and it says to replace the turbocharger if you measure below 320 mmHg. I dunno, though... on my car I seem to get just below 6 psi.
"Just reading vrg3's convoluted, information-packed posts made me feel better all over again." -- subyluvr2212
Top
Post Reply

Return to “Turbo”