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Too much boost, what to do?

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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 06:46 PM
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Too much boost, what to do?

Awhile ago I put in an boost elbow. The boost would go to 32psi +-. Now, some time later I have no issue getting 50+psi and seems to slow the truck down. I'm pretty sure that much boost is bad on my stock turbo. What should I be looking for to fix the issue?
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 07:20 PM
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Check the boost el make sure it is not plugged
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 10:25 PM
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Or that the wastegate isn't damaged like a blown diaphragm or hose came off.
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Old Oct 29, 2009 | 03:09 PM
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Thanks i'll have to check the wastegate. I know the elbow isn't clogged because I took it off and checked.
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Old Oct 29, 2009 | 07:26 PM
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On a different note, How do you like driving with full cut delivery valves? I've heard that they can be quite tough to keep clean.
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Old Oct 30, 2009 | 05:51 PM
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With those fullcut dv's the truck just about smokes nonstop. Not too bad when making boost under 1/2 throttle but any more than 1/2 throttle I can smoke out a town if wanted.
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