wastegate question / issue
 

hey everyone,

got the turbo all running and just finalizing and i noticed that the wastegate is wide open at idle and as i get on the throttle is closes....i noticed that there is a vacuum port on top (which is what im using for vacuum source) and another one on the bottom of the wastegate(currently blocked)

from what i have read the one i have blocked is the primary port and im taking it i should switch it around from the way i have it...

i just need some people's opinions on this and this is a no name wastegate 38mm.....

i cant get any pics right now cause my camera isnt here with me but if someone can help please do


thanks

Mike

Re: wastegate question / issue
 

you have them backwards hook the vac line to the lower port on the wastegate and leave the top one open. just about the only time you will/would use the top port is for an electronic boost controller

Re: wastegate question / issue
 

or your using a bov as a wastegate

Re: wastegate question / issue
 

ok thanks alot for helping me out....i know it was probably a dumb noob question but i have never dealt with an external gate before

ill let you know how it turns out and i really appreciate the informative response

Mike