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by Poker Face
Sat Mar 06, 2010 6:37 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Lost compression on 2 cylinders,Whilst engine out what improvements should I get
Replies: 3
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[Mk2] [Turbo] Lost compression on 2 cylinders,Whilst engine out what improvements should I get

I have a rev2 Turbo and I'm having the engine looked at and I was wondering what would be best to get done to it whilst it was out. Or would I be better off keeping it "stock"?
by Poker Face
Sat Feb 27, 2010 10:16 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Diesel dump valve fitted.
Replies: 3
Views: 527

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Diesel dump valve fitted.

I will fit a standard one back on and see how it goes.
Many thanks for a speedy reply.

Out of intrest I had an email from dervdoctor who said the standard dump valve spring operates at 14 psi and is suitable for petrol engines.
by Poker Face
Sat Feb 27, 2010 7:22 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Diesel dump valve fitted.
Replies: 3
Views: 527

[Mk2] [Turbo] Diesel dump valve fitted.

I have just bought a rev 2 turbo and thought I would put it on a rolling road to see what it was like before I did any tinkering etc. The results were shocking I was only getting about 160Bhp. :cry: The guy running the test said he could here the dump valve when he wouldn't expect to hear it. He sug...

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