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Old 02-08-2010, 05:12 PM
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Question Turbo Question
I have a 99 7.3 and want to build more boost. Some guys told me to un hook the waste gate? Could i get in trouble doin that? or is it okay? ideas? thx
 
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Old 02-08-2010, 05:29 PM
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as long as you keep it below about 25psi you should be fine.
 
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Old 02-08-2010, 05:51 PM
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Well how would i keep it there?
 
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Old 02-08-2010, 08:04 PM
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get a boost guage, and if you see it getting close to 25psi take your foot out of it.
 
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Old 02-08-2010, 10:44 PM
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Disconnecting the wastegate will allow the turbo to build boost past what the PCM calls for but it will also tear up your fuel mileage at the same time .... You know the saying... If you play - expect to pay.
 
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Old 02-14-2010, 10:40 PM
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yeah i unplugged my wastegate and i didnt get to much more boost and i got 2-3 miles per gallon less, id leave the wastegate plugged in
 
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Old 02-16-2010, 08:38 AM
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Boost isnt what makes power.

If you want more power get a tuner
 
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