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Old 03-26-2013, 09:49 AM
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Sharing vacuum hoses for BOV and boost gauge?

I have the Alta boost gauge adapter that goes on the MAP sensor on the intake manifold with a vacuum hose going from the adapter to prosport MAP sensor. Now I just purchased the Forge BOV that calls for yet another adapter to go on the MAP sensor on the intake manifold and another vacuum hose to the BOV
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Forge BOV:
http://www.waymotorworks.com/forge-blow-off-valve.html

So what's the workaround? T-junction the vacuum hose? Will that work or screw it up cause you're splitting the vacuum/pressure?

Note: Sorry if this has been asked before but I cannot find the right combination of words to search for a thread about a solution.
 
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Old 03-26-2013, 11:26 AM
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Well called Forge and they said to go ahead and just T-junction it. It shouldn't adversely affect either the gauge or the BOV. Good to know!
 
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Old 03-26-2013, 12:41 PM
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I have the same thing and decided to hook my PCV hose back up and add the BSH dual boost port back. Since it has probably been awhile I would also suggest what I did and cut the plastic hose of the connectors and replace it with rubber. Not only does it look good it also fits better.
 
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Old 03-26-2013, 01:57 PM
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Just T off the line. It is all from the same place so it really doesn't matter.
 
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I just had my forge bov atmosphere type installed.
Sounds good, but felt lost some power especially at the low rpm torque, anyone feels the same? Is it normal?
 
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Old 10-24-2013, 09:25 AM
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For the love of god everyone stop installing vent to atmosphere valves on these cars. Nothing but problems.

The Forge diverter valve is a very good product though that doesn't cause check engine lights or performance issues.
 
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