Disconnecting Wastegate OK?

[Phiber Optik]

So I have a problem with low boost on my 38r turbo, before I start adjusting the wastegate rod can I take the c-clip off and pull the rod end off the pin and take it for a quick rip to see how much boost it will make with the wastegate staying closed? Or is that a big no-no?

Thanks, Jon

[slowleak]

just unplug the red line going to the wastgate actuator. same effect, less hastle

[mattr66]

how much boost are you seeing?

[Phiber Optik]

Originally Posted by slowleak

just unplug the red line going to the wastgate actuator. same effect, less hastle

I don't belive it is the same thing, the wastegate is spring loaded and still opens if the pressure is reached without the red line to open it earlier

Originally Posted by mattr66

how much boost are you seeing?

max 15lbs right now, had over 30 with stocker with the same tuning

[Layson]

Originally Posted by Phiber Optik

I don't belive it is the same thing, the wastegate is spring loaded and still opens if the pressure is reached without the red line to open it earlier




max 15lbs right now, had over 30 with stocker with the same tuning

It won't see any boost if that line isn't hooked up... unless you have a turbomaster wastegate controller... or something similar..

[Phiber Optik]

Originally Posted by Layson

It won't see any boost if that line isn't hooked up... unless you have a turbomaster wastegate controller... or something similar..

you're saying if you disconnect the rod from the exh housing the wastegate will be left open? Makes sense as the spring holding it closed is in the diaphram

[RedSmokey]

did you check for boost or uppipe leaks?

[PTSUPERD]

Disconnected red line on mine for like 7 years. 28-30 psi with stock injectors....40-42 psi with hybrids. No issues for me.

[Chip]

What do you think about disconecting it on a stock turbo with tunes?

[01platinum]

You'll be fine. Was pushing 14 psi with mine before unplugged the red line and now at 26-28 psi.