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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 03:43 PM
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I ran my boost gauge to the old pcv port on the intake, just behind the throttle body. Does any one know if this would yield higher than actual readings?
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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 07:33 PM
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Not sure, but that's where mine is and I get similar readings that other people do with my combination
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Should be fine, there's nothing there to increase your boost reading
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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 09:32 PM
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Instead of starting another thread....it seems as though your question was answered....I hope its okay to hijack.

I am running manual boost controllers for twins. I was going to run from an outlet port off the boost controllers to a "T" and then to my guage. Is there anything wrong with that set up?
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I would just run it off a different source. Leave the wastegate/boost controller lines to themselves.
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Thanks for the replies, guys. I was under the impression my used STS kit had the stock 5# spring in the waste gate, but I'm showing 9#s of boost. So either it has a 10# spring or boost is getting past it. Anyway, it's tuned well and runs good so I'm not complaining.
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Or it's just the gauge. What is your vaccum at idle? I'm around -20psi.
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