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Old 11-22-2011, 03:28 PM
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does anyone know which way i should adjust my wastegate to get it to spool up at lower rpm's?
 
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Old 11-23-2011, 05:18 AM
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that wont matter. can adjust it all you want it wont change low rpm boost.
 
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Old 11-23-2011, 11:03 AM
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Ok...exactly what would the adjustment do?
 
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Old 11-24-2011, 11:15 AM
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The wastegate is used to regulate max boost.
 
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Old 11-24-2011, 11:38 AM
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Ok...so i would want to open it to increase boost i take it? I know i sound like a dumb a** but this is my first time messing with a turbo, so i appreciate the help!
 
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Old 11-24-2011, 06:08 PM
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When closed it forces all the exhaust gasses to go through the turbine, and when it opens it allows some of the exhaust gasses to bypass the turbine, if you were to shorten the rod then it would take more boost to open the wastegate therefor increasing your max boost... Just don't give it too much with out head studs, don't want you to blow yer engine.
 
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ok...cool. thanks for your help!
 
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