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Old 01-18-2017 | 10:08 PM
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Boost Lost

Hello...

I lost boost and i'm now wondering why and trying to figure out the reason.

After I got a tune, my car was running up to 20psi and holding with no problem. But now i'm only getting 10-12psi max. My car was tuned 4 months ago. no CEL


These are the possible reasons that I am considering:

Outside Temp
Since the car was tuned in the summer time, and its now winter, I am wondering if the outside temperature has anything to do with it.

Diverter valve spring
I am running the stock diverter valve. I am wondering if the spring got worn out. I don't know if the stock spring has a max psi limit.

Boost leak
I am wondering if its just a minor boost leak.


Mods:
Catless downpipe
CA intake
Oil Catch can
 
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Old 01-19-2017 | 07:32 AM
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would definitely check the diverter valve first, its not to bad to take off and inspect...updated stock part is redesigned about 70bux iirc
no upgraded intercooler?
 




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