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Old 03-22-2003, 05:28 PM
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wastegate ??

1st what does it do ?? 2nd what is the advantage of blocking it off ?? thanks guys, scott
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Re:wastegate ??

Depends.<br><br>1) it opens allows the turbo to spin at a higher speed when idling as there is less backpressure. This equates less turbo lag.<br><br>2) it allows the turbo to spin at full boost speed as when you let off the throttle the wastegate opens to allow free flow of air.<br><br>That is for a gasser anyway.
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Re:wastegate ??

Scott, go look through the Turbo-Master website, It has a great deal of really cool information.<br><br> Bill Heath, the owner at TM is a really great guy and I know he will be happy to answer any questions you may have about your wastegate.<br><br> Check it out, you won't be sorry <br><br>http://www.turbo-master.com<br><br>
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