something i dont know about turbos..

Chuck · Feb 8th, 2004, 10:46 AM

is there actually a way to get from 1,2,3,4,5,6, PSI, or is there a minimum amount of 6psi boost coming from the turbo... well boost is limiteid by the wastegate.. so... better question.. does the wastegate have a minimum amount of boost it has to push?

**chimmike** · Feb 8th, 2004, 10:54 AM

huh? do you mean, is there a minimum of boost required to compress the wg spring to actuate it?

I really wouldn't run any less than 5-6psi on any turbo, but some turbos aren't even efficient yet at that low a setting.

maybe I'm not understanding your question?

Chuck · Feb 8th, 2004, 11:01 AM

im just asking, due to i dont know, can a turbo actually be set from 1-max PSI.

Chillboy · Feb 8th, 2004, 11:11 AM

Set 1-max? You mean put a 1 psi spring in the WG and run a boost controller to control it opening? Like Mike said it would useless to have low boost under the efficiency of your turbo, that far under it anyways. You'll prob want a higher psi spring even for low boost app's. I have an 11lb spring in my SpecV so I'm looking at replacing it with prob a 5-6lb spring for more flexablity. Is that where you're going with this?

**chimmike** · Feb 8th, 2004, 11:14 AM

it won't even be noticeable, probably not efficient either, but I guess anything is possible.

**wes** · Feb 8th, 2004, 03:18 PM

Honestly it would take some work to do it. Most internal WG's will not adjust that low and it would be a complete waste on an aftermarket WG. I know you were asking for reference but is there a reason you would want to do this?

It is VERY easy to drive a turbo car around without making ANY boost. In fact driving normally (my driving style) and shifting before 4 grand without flooring it the car does not make any boost. It's similar to having a naturally aspirated car.

James · Feb 8th, 2004, 04:17 PM

Its pretty easy actually, you have to change the spring in the wastegate... however when you have the psi set so low on the wastegate it will crack really early...

Harris · Feb 8th, 2004, 04:46 PM

I think the ebay elctronic turbocharger would fit you right.

NotAnotherHonda · Feb 8th, 2004, 07:15 PM

i know you only asked so you can find out...but WHY get a turbo and set it to 1psi...to saY yoou have a turbo?

Darren · Feb 9th, 2004, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by NotAnotherHonda

i know you only asked so you can find out...but WHY get a turbo and set it to 1psi...to saY yoou have a turbo?

I don't think you guys get it. It sounds like this person is merely asking if a turbo is infinitely adjustable. I.e., not that you would want to set your boost level at 1 psi, but whether or not you could start at 1 psi and then go to 2, and then 3, and so on.

James · Feb 9th, 2004, 02:30 PM

yeah and i told him already its simple as changing the springs in the wastegate... see above^^^

NismoSS · Feb 9th, 2004, 03:16 PM

i want a guide for installing a Turbo , parts , non kits please,,

NotAnotherHonda · Feb 9th, 2004, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by NismoSS

i want a guide for installing a Turbo , parts , non kits please,,

like what...a kit would explain everything...just dont install what you dont have

**wes** · Feb 9th, 2004, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by NismoSS

i want a guide for installing a Turbo , parts , non kits please,,

try www.search.com

Chuck · Feb 10th, 2004, 11:23 AM

lol, it was just for refference, i havent been keeping up with this post.. anywho, yes, i was just wondering if the turbo was "infiantely" adjustable.. i know the internal wastegates can only push so much... boost controllers own that issue.. just a little F-M-I i guess..