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Oct 3, 2005 | 01:01 PM

FAB150

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regulate the boost

Is there anything out there that I can install to keep the truck from going above 30 some # of boost? Something that could be changed up or down if desired.

Oct 3, 2005 | 09:36 PM

cookie88

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The easiest way is to lift your right foot a little, or turn the chip down. Other than that, you might try lengthing the wastegate actuator rod so that it opens a little easier.

Oct 4, 2005 | 07:58 AM

EDMGUY69

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Is it setting the ses and de-fueling? Or are you just trying to keep it down a little??

Oct 4, 2005 | 03:13 PM

FAB150

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It can go up to 36# and I want to be able to limit it to where I want.

Oct 4, 2005 | 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by FAB150

It can go up to 36# and I want to be able to limit it to where I want.

What Cookie said. Adjust the spring tension on the control rod. It will take a lot of test drives to get it where you want it.
I plan on the same course of action for my truck when I install the Predator tune and guages.

Oct 4, 2005 | 05:28 PM

BuickTurbo

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sucking it in = more boost
pulling out = less boost
I assume your wastegate arm is adjustable.

Oct 4, 2005 | 08:36 PM

cookie88

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It can go up to 36#

Are you taking the reading off the MAP sensor line or did you drill the manifold? If you are taking your reading before the CAC you will read a little higher than what the engine is seeing.