Thread: Low Boost?
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Old 04-18-2012, 06:55 AM
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Originally Posted by bmwpowere36m3 View Post
Sounds low with a plugged wastegate, you should see around 20 psi (depending on turbo/engine condition). The wastegate springs also get weak at this age.
Sorry for any confusion, I forgot to clarify the conditions of the plugged wastegate testing. Testing was performed uphill, 3rd gear at somewhere around half to 3/4 throttle position. I was feathering the throttle to prevent overboosting and just wanted to verify that I had enough fuel to provide the factory 11 or 12psi. Thank you for your suggestions and if I get time this weak I will try your suggestions. Is it possible the wastegate spring is so weak that it 1.0mm of adjustment does not correspond to 1psi of boost anymore?
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