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Old Apr 1, 2009 | 06:48 PM
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low boost

had a code for low boost but truck is acting 1/2 normal... crusing at 60 im only pushing 2-3lbs. at 2k rpm im pushing 5psi with diablo on 60econ. i got on it this mornin and got about 24-25... what yal thinks up? up pipes dont have any signs of leakage and boots are tight i am getting low milage about 14 city hwy mix and i've been on it here latley
 
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Old Apr 1, 2009 | 07:10 PM
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Is it running ok? You said 1/2 normal. What is normal compared to the numbers you posted? Those boost levels sound ok to me but I do not run a chip so not sure where your numbers should be.
 
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Old Apr 1, 2009 | 08:13 PM
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its got a constant tick like inj. cackle used to didn't do that.... plus it feels sluggish but maybe its just me who knows
 
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Old Apr 1, 2009 | 08:45 PM
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Thats all the boost I get with my DP on 80E ! If yours is stock... you are not the one with a problem !!! I AM !! lol
 
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Old Apr 6, 2009 | 10:10 AM
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I've got the same prob, no chip tho. I would appreciate any help.
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