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[davidalindsey]

I have a hallman boost controller that I am trying to install on the radiator.
The screw just does not want to screw on the radiator with the boost controller bracket.
Any ideals..

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[9!'clipseDOHC]

I am pretty sure there are no leaks coming from manifold and turbo gaskets.
I got a metal turbo gasket and a 4 layer manifold gasket. I sprayed soapy water everywhere.

Did you have someone watching your gauge to verify that your intake system was at 20 psi?

The exhaust gaskets won't be effected by a boost leak test, it is just testing your intake track.

 

[davidalindsey]

This was before I fixed alot of boost leaks and way before I installed the HMBC.
I had a boost leak in the throttle body gasket, the biss screw, oil cap, and three of my injector o-rings at the time. All that has been fixed.
I will make a current video of a BLT later.
YouTube - Boost leak Test

 

[9!'clipseDOHC]

That's horrible. Yeah you need a more current video. Mine was that bad at first, so far I've replaced the TB gasket, all the injector seals, tightened down a lot of vacuum lines, and am replacing the TB shaft seals at the moment.

So it's holding 20 now? An no leaks at the manifold?

 

[davidalindsey]

Yea I am pretty sure I have no leaks. Definitely none at the manifold.
I will have to make a BLT video tomorrow after i get off of work.

UPDATE: I fixed the problem. I decided to turn the knob all the way to the + as far as it could go.
I test drove the car and blamo, the car boosted straight up to almost 20psi. I quickly left my foot off the gas pedal. I must say the car pulled pretty damn quick. I adjusted the knob right at the sweet spot of 15psi. I was just afraid of over boosting so much that I didnt turn the knob really far in to increase tension on the spring.
Always someting simple, .
After I did a few test runs with the MBC, I did a boost leak test just to make sure there were no new leaks after messing with the higher psi.
Heres what happens when a boost leak test goes wrong.
I hope you enjoy the video.
YouTube - Boost Leak Test Gone Wrong

 

[viprez586]

Yep, my in-cabin takes about a good 2-3 full revolutions before the boost level actually starts to increase.

 

[Aproductions]

Engine Bay - the bay! DSMtuners Gallery



I just zip tied mine to the coolant line.

 

[davidalindsey]

Now that I got everything straightened out.
Is 15psi okay for my current mods? Right now I have it around 14-15psi.
I know my next upgrade needs to be a fuel pump and rewire. I just cant decide on a 190 or 255.
Since the 255 requires a FPR, I'm not sure if the 255 requiring a FPR would be worth it.
I am just worried about over boosting cause I have flashed my ECU with EcuFlash "CeddyMods".
And I believe that flash removes the fuel cut?

 

[proteusx301]

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I have mine mounted to the valve cover. Takes a slightly longer bolt than stock. Looks very clean once it's installed there in my opinion.

 

[Aproductions]

I heard you shouldn't mount it that close to the valve cover for heat reasons.

anyways OP I have a evo 8 fuel pump for sale if you want, pm me

 

[9!'clipseDOHC]

Now that I got everything straightened out.
Is 15psi okay for my current mods? Right now I have it around 14-15psi.
I know my next upgrade needs to be a fuel pump and rewire. I just cant decide on a 190 or 255.
Since the 255 requires a FPR, I'm not sure if the 255 requiring a FPR would be worth it.
I am just worried about over boosting cause I have flashed my ECU with EcuFlash "CeddyMods".
And I believe that flash removes the fuel cut?

Nice video, haha. That's why you use t-bolt clams on your intercooler pipes or the same thing can happen. Well I'm glad you found the problem, at least it was something simple (I'm sure you were smacking yourself in the head). 15 psi seems high for a stock fuel pump without a logger. I would buy a logger ASAP. Then a fuel pump. As for the 190/255, what are your goals for your car? If you are just trying to get some extra power or maximize a small turbo then go with the 190. If you have plans of running a larger turbo anytime in your future, then save up for a 255/AFPR.

Hope this helps!

 

[talontsiboy24]

did u guys use the vacuum line that came with the hallman mbc cause i heard there not made out of rubber but are they still good to use?

 

[9!'clipseDOHC]

did u guys use the vacuum line that came with the hallman mbc cause i heard there not made out of rubber but are they still good to use?

Yes. Believe it or not, rubber is actually a common hose material.

 

[ChillinGST]

I set mine up same as proteusx301, sorry i don't have a close up.

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[1cleanreddsm]

Joe P. Inline boost controller.

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this is soooo sexy, love the set up!

 

[UnderPrssureDSM]

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[m_0ney_pit]

I mounted mine on the lower t-bolt clamp on my j-pipe. I have the SSAC intercooler. wanted to keep the lines short

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