Originally Posted by eatont9999

I tried adjusting my rack dampener bolt but it was turned in just about all the way. I adjusted it out a little to see if there was a difference but it didn't help. I adjusted it back all the way in. I also turned the ALDA out another 1/4 to make about 1/2 turn CCW total. I did notice a bit of a performance increase. I will report the smoke opacity if I see any on the way to work tomorrow morning. It's hard to tell at dusk. I'm hoping once I install the new rack dampener, the idle will calm down. It's not horrible but I can feel some shaking in the steering wheel and around the car. I have seen much worse. I want perfection, though.

I may adjust the ALDA a little more and judge the exhaust temps by the smoke opacity and engine temp. I definitely don't want to risk burning holes in pistons or valves! Yes, cylinder temps do affect coolant temps.

I do seem to get quicker turbo response and when it does spool up, I feel a little more pull than before. I am very close to being satisfied, performance wise.