boost gauge

[jeffthemaestro]

can i fit a turbo boost gauge to my td? if so where do i fit it?

[EVO AL]

Yes..


Then check the turbo boost pressure. Add a gauge if possible, this is easiest done where the boost pressure pipe comes to the fuel pump along a metal pipe around the side of the block. There is then a final length of flexible pipe that joins this to the top of the fuel pump. Put a T piece into this pipe and plumb in a boost gauge. At full boost you'll want a gnats under 1 bar/ or 13-14PSI. My turbo diesel was found to only be boosting at 0.5 bar when I got it so it is worth checking. To adjust you simply shorten or lengthen the actuator arm in the usual way. Its pretty easy on a TD compared to some cars.



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