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Old 23 January 2011, 07:40 PM
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Can you please tell me the pro's and cons about external waste gates
Old 24 January 2011, 09:42 AM
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Old 24 January 2011, 09:46 AM
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At low boost levels the internal wastegate doesn't open enough and may cause boost creep

At higher boost levels the internal wastegate opens too soon and is not as efficient as external

If venting to atmosphere using a screamer, you will probably fail most drive by sound tests
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Thx Banny,

Thats exactly what i wanted to hear, external is better in your eyes.

The way ahead is external for me.

Cheers.
Old 24 January 2011, 09:57 AM
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I am already running external and it is defo the way forward
Old 24 January 2011, 10:11 AM
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How's your build coming on Banny
Old 24 January 2011, 10:15 AM
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Engine is in the car, just needs the fuel and intercooler pipes sorting. Looking to keep everything tidy and simple, hope to have some more pics soon
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Look forward to seeing more pictures soon fella.
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I wnet external after suffering from boost creep and the difference in boost control is night and day
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I am starting to get excited now.
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