Running open wastegate...

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Old Jan 5, 2002 | 05:38 PM
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I am getting a sound like exhaust leak at any boost. wastegate is open for a while untill i custom a downpipe. anyway, is running this open wastegate okay? the sound is either from the turbo (not good) or wastegate.any ideas? the sounds seem to be getting louder. maybe turbo rebuild time. which company, how much? thanks.
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Old Jan 5, 2002 | 05:41 PM
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check your intercooler pipes.
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Old Jan 5, 2002 | 05:49 PM
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checked all pipes... everything looks good. dented downpipe, but no holes. lower cars and speed bumps don't mix.
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Old Jan 5, 2002 | 05:59 PM
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IF you need a rebuild. . .Majestic Turbos. . .
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