14b wastgate
 

how hard is it to pop the wastgate open with my hand? or how hard should it be? because i can't get the sob to come open. Is there a method to test the wastgate? also what should i use to clean the inside of the turbo(compressor wheel exhaust and intake sides) before installing it?

Re:14b wastgate
 

it should just flop open when you turn the turbo over.

Re:14b wastgate
 

do you mean like with the actuator still attached? the actuator is the lil gold/silver can with the vacuum nipple on it and the rod coming out the back. its pretty stiff by hand, i think on 14B/T25 mitsus its like 8psi pressure to open it. but you should still be able to move it by hand, just take a lil force.

Re:14b wastgate
 

Its pretty ------ hard dude. lol I kinda pryed mine open.

Re:14b wastgate
 

I think mine is rusted shut or something this turbo looks like its been sitting for a while. I'll spray it with something and try again.
thanks for the help

Re:14b wastgate
 

take the actuator off of the flapper and then see if its stuck.