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08-09-2015, 08:58 AM
#16
Three Wheelin'
We need to get a sticky for noobs.. Boost issues and LIMP MODES 1)You have to READ your codes and post them. 2)Pressure test your intake.. It is a must even for those cars that are running well. 3)Check your wastegate linkages, if they don't move >> seized or binding will result in ECU limp mode. 4) Failing fuel pump will shut down power output....
08-09-2015, 11:07 AM
#17
Nordschleife Master
So, if you don't have an Air Compressor go buy a Harbor Freight Pancake Compressor with Coupon
Now, After you have a compressor your going to want a good way to test the system. Many people use pressure testers and they work pretty good but sometimes locating a small leak can be extremely frustrating.
I personally think that a Smoke Test is the best way to do it but a good tester will run you around $1500.
So, how can you smoke test your own car for cheap?
Simple... Buy this.. http://www.sears.com/craftsman-porta...p-00916707000P
That or any similar gun will allow you to smoke test your car so long as you have a compressor.
The first thing your going to want to do is remove your airbox + Maf housing.
Then you simply need to find something around your house that will fit in the intake pipe that can be used to seal it off. Things like Cups/Cans/Jar/Poster Caps/PVC Cap something you own will fit the hole and allow you to cap it off.
Then drill a hole (when its out of the car!) that you can run a line from the tip of the sand blaster nozzle to the cap you just made/found.
Go to store and buy your least expensive cigarette or just bum a pack from your one buddy who can't kick the habbit.
Stick the cigarette into the feed line (where sand is suppose to go into the sandblaster gun) and light it. Pull Trigger and witness your extremely cheap and extremely effective smoke tester in action.
Keep a pair of needle nose around so you can swap out cigarettes if you need to.
P.S. Works best if you don't give it full trigger just a little will do you.
If anyone is interested I can make a Video but I am pretty lazy.
Now, After you have a compressor your going to want a good way to test the system. Many people use pressure testers and they work pretty good but sometimes locating a small leak can be extremely frustrating.
I personally think that a Smoke Test is the best way to do it but a good tester will run you around $1500.
So, how can you smoke test your own car for cheap?
Simple... Buy this.. http://www.sears.com/craftsman-porta...p-00916707000P
That or any similar gun will allow you to smoke test your car so long as you have a compressor.
The first thing your going to want to do is remove your airbox + Maf housing.
Then you simply need to find something around your house that will fit in the intake pipe that can be used to seal it off. Things like Cups/Cans/Jar/Poster Caps/PVC Cap something you own will fit the hole and allow you to cap it off.
Then drill a hole (when its out of the car!) that you can run a line from the tip of the sand blaster nozzle to the cap you just made/found.
Go to store and buy your least expensive cigarette or just bum a pack from your one buddy who can't kick the habbit.
Stick the cigarette into the feed line (where sand is suppose to go into the sandblaster gun) and light it. Pull Trigger and witness your extremely cheap and extremely effective smoke tester in action.
Keep a pair of needle nose around so you can swap out cigarettes if you need to.
P.S. Works best if you don't give it full trigger just a little will do you.
If anyone is interested I can make a Video but I am pretty lazy.
08-09-2015, 12:50 PM
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So, if you don't have an Air Compressor go buy a Harbor Freight Pancake Compressor with Coupon
Now, After you have a compressor your going to want a good way to test the system. Many people use pressure testers and they work pretty good but sometimes locating a small leak can be extremely frustrating.
I personally think that a Smoke Test is the best way to do it but a good tester will run you around $1500.
So, how can you smoke test your own car for cheap?
Simple... Buy this.. http://www.sears.com/craftsman-porta...p-00916707000P
That or any similar gun will allow you to smoke test your car so long as you have a compressor.
The first thing your going to want to do is remove your airbox + Maf housing.
Then you simply need to find something around your house that will fit in the intake pipe that can be used to seal it off. Things like Cups/Cans/Jar/Poster Caps/PVC Cap something you own will fit the hole and allow you to cap it off.
Then drill a hole (when its out of the car!) that you can run a line from the tip of the sand blaster nozzle to the cap you just made/found.
Go to store and buy your least expensive cigarette or just bum a pack from your one buddy who can't kick the habbit.
Stick the cigarette into the feed line (where sand is suppose to go into the sandblaster gun) and light it. Pull Trigger and witness your extremely cheap and extremely effective smoke tester in action.
Keep a pair of needle nose around so you can swap out cigarettes if you need to.
P.S. Works best if you don't give it full trigger just a little will do you.
If anyone is interested I can make a Video but I am pretty lazy.
Now, After you have a compressor your going to want a good way to test the system. Many people use pressure testers and they work pretty good but sometimes locating a small leak can be extremely frustrating.
I personally think that a Smoke Test is the best way to do it but a good tester will run you around $1500.
So, how can you smoke test your own car for cheap?
Simple... Buy this.. http://www.sears.com/craftsman-porta...p-00916707000P
That or any similar gun will allow you to smoke test your car so long as you have a compressor.
The first thing your going to want to do is remove your airbox + Maf housing.
Then you simply need to find something around your house that will fit in the intake pipe that can be used to seal it off. Things like Cups/Cans/Jar/Poster Caps/PVC Cap something you own will fit the hole and allow you to cap it off.
Then drill a hole (when its out of the car!) that you can run a line from the tip of the sand blaster nozzle to the cap you just made/found.
Go to store and buy your least expensive cigarette or just bum a pack from your one buddy who can't kick the habbit.
Stick the cigarette into the feed line (where sand is suppose to go into the sandblaster gun) and light it. Pull Trigger and witness your extremely cheap and extremely effective smoke tester in action.
Keep a pair of needle nose around so you can swap out cigarettes if you need to.
P.S. Works best if you don't give it full trigger just a little will do you.
If anyone is interested I can make a Video but I am pretty lazy.
thank you Fishy, that was informative and i would love to see a video
08-09-2015, 12:52 PM
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We need to get a sticky for noobs..
Boost issues and LIMP MODES
1)You have to READ your codes and post them.
2)Pressure test your intake.. It is a must even for those cars that are running well.
3)Check your wastegate linkages, if they don't move >> seized or binding will result in ECU limp mode.
4) Failing fuel pump will shut down power output....
Boost issues and LIMP MODES
1)You have to READ your codes and post them.
2)Pressure test your intake.. It is a must even for those cars that are running well.
3)Check your wastegate linkages, if they don't move >> seized or binding will result in ECU limp mode.
4) Failing fuel pump will shut down power output....
08-09-2015, 01:38 PM
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So you have pressure tested you intake system? Results were??? Fill in the blanks _____
Have you pressure tested your Fuel pressure?? Results were _____
Have you checked your wastegate linkage??? Results were______
If you aren't capable to do the required tests then you might need to have your car checked out by a Dealer or Independent Porsche specialist.
Have you pressure tested your Fuel pressure?? Results were _____
Have you checked your wastegate linkage??? Results were______
If you aren't capable to do the required tests then you might need to have your car checked out by a Dealer or Independent Porsche specialist.
08-15-2015, 07:14 PM
#25
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Lol, touche that was not what I wanted to say. I ment to say the valve could be bad. I don't see it a lot on 9996tt but the piersburg valves on volvo go bad all the time and give reduced boost output. I was thinking about a problem I had with inconsistent over boost on a car and thought about about a possible bad valve. Regardless, moral of this story is don't poop and post.