couple questions: plugging hole in compressor and boost leaks

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Old Jun 12, 2004 | 01:07 AM
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Default couple questions: plugging hole in compressor and boost leaks

1) How can I tell if I'm leaking boost from the injector seals?

2) The lip of the dashpot on the internal wg actuator is smashed against some of the fins on the radiator...should I fix this ASAP or is it not a big problem?

3) Can I plug one of these holes in the compressor here? It's annoying having two lines go to the wastegate If I can, what one should I plug? WTF is the reason for having both of them there?

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Old Jun 12, 2004 | 04:27 AM
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Default Re: couple questions: plugging hole in compressor and boost leaks (sporkcrx)

If you do, plug the one towards the front. Try to find a plug that does not extend too far into the housing.
Also, i would say having the wastegate actuator rubbing on your radiator is a
pretty big problem. Dont want to catch a leak in the rad do you? I have had
success modifying the bracket that the dashpot is attached to, to bring it closer
to the turbo.
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Old Jun 12, 2004 | 06:45 AM
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Default Re: couple questions: plugging hole in compressor and boost leaks (rioninja)

ok cool, I think I might just plug both of them and run the signal from the intake mani (I want a little more boost anyways)

Now just need to figure out if the seals are leaking.
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Old Jun 12, 2004 | 07:07 AM
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Default Re: couple questions: plugging hole in compressor and boost leaks (sporkcrx)

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by sporkcrx &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">ok cool, I think I might just plug both of them and run the signal from the intake mani (I want a little more boost anyways)

Now just need to figure out if the seals are leaking.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Either that or you can run it to the charge pipe, that way you have more vacuum sources for later if needed.
I just tapped mine into to the charge pipe post intercooler
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