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travisb 12-19-2012 02:41 PM

wastegate signal line
 
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The previous owner of my car ran the wastegate signal line from the actuator to the top of the intake. See the attached pictures.

I believe the installation manual from BEGi says to run the line from the actuator to the compressor right next to the actuator.

Now the question I have is should the open connector on the compressor be sealed if not in use? I realize that may be a stupid question, but I have not seen it documented.

I did put a cap on the end, but I just want to make sure that is correct.

Thanks!

18psi 12-19-2012 02:48 PM

Yes.

RotorNutFD3S 12-19-2012 03:03 PM

Another yes, just because. However, if I recall correctly, the optimal placement for the wastegate signal line is post-intercooler but pre-throttle body.

curly 12-19-2012 07:05 PM

Yeah, that's not an ideal location, you want it about an inch or two forward. There's a sticky in the DIY turbo section titled "you don't need ebc" or something like that written by joe Perez that does a great job explaining the pros and cons of your locations, and one just before the throttle body. Which BTW, has no cons :)

travisb 12-19-2012 07:43 PM

Thanks for the info!

travisb 03-16-2013 03:58 PM

I moved the line to just after the IC. Do I need to adjust anything in the tune? It seems to run ok, but I just want to make sure.

SJP0tato 03-17-2013 09:43 AM


Originally Posted by travisb (Post 990340)
I moved the line to just after the IC. Do I need to adjust anything in the tune? It seems to run ok, but I just want to make sure.

As long as it's holding steady the boost target you want, it should be fine.

Get an 1/8 NPT plug for the turbo compressor housing. It's more reliable than a cap on the outlet, and only costs like $2 at Home Depot Racing.


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