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Old 22 November 2008, 01:22 PM
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i have a boost leak but cannot identify where its coming from... i have replaced my dumpvalve with a nice new forge dv and still its not boosting correctly. i checked the boost solenoid aswell for blockages but it doesnt appear to be blocked!
any suggestions would be great and is there a way i can test my engine for leaks???
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Old 22 November 2008, 01:25 PM
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take it to a garage who will test it for leaks properlyn and not "hunt and hope"

MSD in blackpool are VERY VERY VERY good at testing leaks,,,,,, hes also the same "stu@internetbrands " admin on here,,,,, incase you never knew

ive been to him with my cossie and taken LOADS of mates there as hes works that good,,,,, and i live in LONDON !!!
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yeh, i think dsa are gonna rip me off by saying things need doing when they dont, just a feeling i got! anything i can test myself??
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The standard plastic Y pipe under the intercooler is prone to cracking and boost leaks.
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