I've heard there is a problem w/the hks ssqv and leaking. But then I've heard and read that they don't leak..Can anyone who has one, shed some light (good or bad)? Also what is the maximum boost level to use the hks ssqv? I plan on running a max of 17psi. Lastly, what is a good place to purchase the hks ssqv and a tial 35mm wastegate?

 

they are one of the only BOVs that cannot leak due to their dual (insert fancy word here) design. as for the 17 psi, it can handle it. although with 17 psi you might want to check out the tial high pressure wastegate just in case. viren (b18bturbo) sells all this stuff at good prices. send him an IM

 

On 1st installation the are sometimes "stuck". I had to use WD 40 this weekend to get my buddies to stop leaking air.

 

Thanks guys..I appreciate..I heard some horror stories and it got me a little concerned. I'm better now.

 

At 17 psi that mothafucka is going to be LOUD. I boost 9 psi and that thing is ear piercing.

 

it wont leak, my friend pushes over 35lbs sometiems on his supra with a dual hks ss setup and never leaked... and yes its loud as hell...

 

And i want a Blitz if I do a turbo. I can't imagine how loud that'll be.

 

Wow, 3bar?! How much is he putting down?

 

WRONG....hks ss are the most prone to leak.
cue DEE

 

Please explain how you come to that conclusion and suggest a good BOV. I DON'T CARE WHAT IT SOUNDS LIKE. The BOV is suppose to help my turbo not scare people in the street. So please suggest something that is reliable and leak proof.

 

very well put, most people buy turbo's simply for the BLOW OFF.......... in all honesty, the HKS is a very well designed bov. some people dont like the sound, but its a very well deisgned piece.

 

im not really an expert myself on it since i dont care for that bov that much. dee is really the one who knows.. i think it has to do with the inserts. they are plastic and can break. do a search. there was a recent post on the hks bov.
other good ones are
greddy type s and r
blitz
turbo xs
rfl
most are pretty decent