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Old Jul 7, 2004 | 11:14 PM
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Default Boost controller not working

i have a IHI RHB5 turbo. with internal wastegate.. i have my boost controller set for 8psi ( we tested it on my buddies eclipse it was set at 8 psi) and we stuck it on my civic and the waste gate still openes up at 5-6psi
whats the deal?? fill me in
Old Jul 7, 2004 | 11:26 PM
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You and your friends wastegate/setups are different. Your gonna have to set it up for your car.
Old Jul 7, 2004 | 11:27 PM
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Default Re:Boost controller not working

Originally Posted by hondalowlow
i have a IHI RHB5 turbo. with internal wastegate.. i have my boost controller set for 8psi ( we tested it on my buddies eclipse it was set at 8 psi) and we stuck it on my civic and the waste gate still openes up at 5-6psi
whats the deal?? fill me in
doesn't the eclipse come stock at 12psi?
Old Jul 8, 2004 | 12:06 AM
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shorten the wastegate acuator rod a little more.... or tighten the boost controller in more
Old Jul 10, 2004 | 12:48 AM
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what if i ---- the waste accuator up?
Old Jul 10, 2004 | 04:14 AM
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how you gunna ---- it up? isnt it adjustable?
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