Thanks for posting easy explanation of how to set up starting point and fine tune your boost ...and important at the end don't overboost or it will lean out and damage stuff . Anyone attempting to do this should read up and see what turbo they have and what stock boost psi it's set to this is a starting point you shorten the rod to add more or lengthen it to subtract to get to desired spec thanks 😊👍
@@cummyebola8002 My Jetta GLI now is at 385ps (wheels) using 25 PSI, was at 18 PSI before. It's fully forged pistons and rods, that's the maximum for this turbo, need a bigger one. Anyway tks for the vid..
@Turbobuicks 101, thanks for an informative explanation on how to set the turbo actuator. All this time, the actuator was overboosted on my vehicle! I had view your video over to get the boost right 😊 Thank you
If you use an external gated downpipe or you port the wastegate hole you shouldn't have an over boost issue. You have to slowly ramp up the boost and keep an eye on it.
if i didnt get anything wrong, you ve increased the arm length of the actuator. but it reduces the regulated pressure. it will open the by-pass way sooner than before. you need to decrease and take the spring force so the spring activates later. this would have increase pressure but could damage inlet pipes and intercooler.
You should definitely slightly tighten the lock nut on the actuator rod. This neutralizes the stress load on the threads and minimizes wear with use. Last thing you need is the rod failing.
@@johndo2o9 technically no, but if this is too loose you'll get slow spool and if it's too tight your boost will spike when you first get on it and then taper off.
@@alansavoy3891 I think he was running high boost mate so had to turn it down to be able to show how to adjust he then turned it up 1lb I bet when he finished recording he turned his boost back up.
Im about to change my oil. What weight oil do u recommend? My car is stock internally with 90k miles. Has no pressure issues. I forget what the previous owner used.
what helps is a little bike pump and compressed air into the wastegate to extend arm this makes install and removal easy when you have alot of preload on gate
Shove an air nozzle into boost actuator hose and adjust air nozzle till rod moves toward pin and clip.💨 The oxygen sensor will enriched fuel due to minor boost increase leaning fuel mix. Unless SD and not likely in turbo car🤔 Good clear video.👍
I have a 2013 CLS Mercedes-Benz it is throwing a low boost code to the passenger side Turbo where do you think I should start figuring this out it all begins after I get my timing belt tensioner done
On Many Turbos the rod going back into diaphram is not locked to the phram itself so it can spin from vibrations, i would defo be tightening up the lock nut or it can spin itself during idle vibrations
Play with your actuator without programming your fuel ratio, timing, and generally having a specific tune for that, and you'll wind up collecting rods and pistons from the street!!
@@bobrobert1123 If you have it controlled, no problem at all. At least not on the FK engine, as it was made for handling the high pressure turbo in the FX engine. But increase it too hard, and you're gonna blow hoses, radiator's gonna get fked and shit will generally go to pieces 😅
I would guess this could be the cause of the "freak accident" at the Somerset, PA tractor pull that killed a 33 year old woman in the stands. Some guy over boosted and the organizers don't check, nor do they require a containment box. Sad.
Hi, i can feel there's no play in the rod from the actuator at all. But there's still a chance that the wastegate flapper is loose? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
My wastegate arm has hella play in it like I can pull it out to max with no restriction at all. Is that normal ? It's an AGP wastegate. Maybe the spring is broken?
Good Day mate,, thanks for great info straight to the point video 👍🤝, My question is dose works on discovery 2 TD5? Cheers Matt Merry Christmas to you Mate 👋🫡
A bit confused, when my engine starts the rod closes the valve, so with your video your tightening the the rod to close the valve? should mine be already closes off? as I am now experiencing low boost with the code P0299 - watched so many videos and they are very conflicting. Appreciate any help!
I have a 2020 f350 6.7 diesel and the waste gate creates some clicking noises after I turn off the engine. It also give me P2565 code and check engine light on. Any idea what is the problem?
No kids! This is the wrong way of doing it. Turning up your boost will pop your motor. The correct way going about turning your boost up and down is via software. Software will not only alternate your boost levels but also other contributing factors such as air and fuel ratio for an evenly adjusted boost levels.
You couldn't be more wrong. I have a vid for adjusting the fuel/timing...and it isn't software driven. Everything is adjusted via the chip and Scanmaster.
warnus kruger this can be a possibility, but can you turbo charge a carb motor? Never seen or heard of one before. So i take it this vehicle has fuel injection?
How much boost can a stock chevrolet trax 1.4 turbo take. 1 full apin is 1 boost on a factory actuator. Can i spin 2x or 2 and a half times. I would i be pushing my limits even when i spin 1 and half to 2 x .
BuUtY EaTer Yes, it works, in fact, on a Saab you can simply unplug one of the vacuum lines on the waste gate and go full pressure. BUT be warned, Saab’s are touchy little monsters and the 3rd gear on older models is know to detonate. I lived in Trollhattan for 15 years and worked in Saab engineering for a number of years.
BuUtY EaTer Early model gearbox’s where not very strong. The later GM trans was better. I lived in Sweden for some years and have adjusted boost in various ways and I only encountered a problem once with a blown head gasket. However it was a mileage vehicle. Yes it does work,,,, but with risks !
Ben fatto. Gradirei sapere per una Opel Vectra sw DTH 2.0 74 kw 101 cv come va regolata l'asta wastegate in quanto il turbo non spinge forte. Inoltre ho comprato la wastegate nuova. Posso misurare con pompa a depressione? Grazie
Hi at slightly sudden acceleration the turbo light comes on dash with the check engine light. So what's the remedy please. Had new turbo 25000 miles ago please
When you back it off you drop the boost. Tightening it will raise it. As he said he backed it off to about 16 pounds. Then every turn to tighten it roughly increases it by 1 pound.
Buy a aftermarket adjustable waste gate actuator that has adjustable springs, the ecu will adjust the boost electronically but for example if your turbo can handle 30+psi but your wastegate actuator will only hold 15psi even tho you set your ecu to 20+psi it will only be at 15psi if boost because of your stock actuator. See the turbos limits on max psi ratings and look into upgrading the wastegate actuator or leave it completely open to get the stututu sound and then adjust your standalone accordingly.
I dont have power while accelarating and feel the actuator on my car , it was loose , could move it in and out. So now I learn from the video that mine actuator is broken , is it something repairable or changeable ? Its an Chrysler Grand Voyager diesel 2,8L
No...this is strictly for TR's...and you have to add fuel as you raise boost or the engine will lean out. You also have to be aware of heat/humidity as well. It's a real balancing act.
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Easiest explanation I've seen period .. Wright on mate
The best explanation I've seen.... Wish I had found this video about 6 months ago
Thanks for posting easy explanation of how to set up starting point and fine tune your boost ...and important at the end don't overboost or it will lean out and damage stuff .
Anyone attempting to do this should read up and see what turbo they have and what stock boost psi it's set to this is a starting point you shorten the rod to add more or lengthen it to subtract to get to desired spec thanks 😊👍
I've been searching for a video simple explaining like this for a week! Thank you so much
You are bad at finding stuff
Rip ur engine
@@RecklessGenesis Actually I was searching in other language.. in English there is so much more answers, whatever..
@@cummyebola8002 My Jetta GLI now is at 385ps (wheels) using 25 PSI, was at 18 PSI before. It's fully forged pistons and rods, that's the maximum for this turbo, need a bigger one. Anyway tks for the vid..
@@mvostt borgwarner or is38
Great, clear video...thanks from Sarnia, Ontario
Sounds like the kids were pretty hyped for more boost
I lol at this video. Definitely listen to this guy. You'll have all the boost
Thank you Dan Aykroyd, this is good info!
@Turbobuicks 101, thanks for an informative explanation on how to set the turbo actuator. All this time, the actuator was overboosted on my vehicle! I had view your video over to get the boost right 😊 Thank you
*over boost code has entered the chat*
If you use an external gated downpipe or you port the wastegate hole you shouldn't have an over boost issue. You have to slowly ramp up the boost and keep an eye on it.
Make sure that hoses connected to the boost valve are right way around as it will give you exactly over boost code and engine malfunction message
Errorr!!
@@siemensol83that’s happening to me how do i fix it
Not if your tune calls for 20 psi. And your only hitting 16
if i didnt get anything wrong, you ve increased the arm length of the actuator. but it reduces the regulated pressure. it will open the by-pass way sooner than before. you need to decrease and take the spring force so the spring activates later. this would have increase pressure but could damage inlet pipes and intercooler.
yep now watched the rest of the video :)
Burn so Burn!
You should definitely slightly tighten the lock nut on the actuator rod. This neutralizes the stress load on the threads and minimizes wear with use. Last thing you need is the rod failing.
So if I buy a manual boost controller, do I still need to do this?
@@johndo2o9 technically no, but if this is too loose you'll get slow spool and if it's too tight your boost will spike when you first get on it and then taper off.
SOCALPRINTER why did he start of turning the rod about 15 times hook it up and then turn 1 rotation to add 1pound of boost
@@alansavoy3891 I think he was running high boost mate so had to turn it down to be able to show how to adjust he then turned it up 1lb
I bet when he finished recording he turned his boost back up.
@@alansavoy3891 Yeah. Thought it was me imagining things again. I nearly imagined this guy is an expert...
Your vids are coming out at the perfect time for me. Very helpful.
If there are any other vids I can do, let me know. I'll do my best.
Im about to change my oil. What weight oil do u recommend? My car is stock internally with 90k miles. Has no pressure issues. I forget what the previous owner used.
I use 15w40 diesel with a Wix filter.
+Turbobuicks 101 by diesel do you mean ROTELLA OIL?
Correct. Rotella T4 heavy duty diesel 15w40.
what helps is a little bike pump and compressed air into the wastegate to extend arm this makes install and removal easy when you have alot of preload on gate
When did Dan Akroyd start making RUclips videos??
Dead laughing
I make car parts for the hard working man at zalinsky auto parts
@@famdlt18 hahahaha
So much of what your saying is specific to your car personally and not all turbochargers and wastegates in general
You make it very easy. Good man
Shove an air nozzle into boost actuator hose and adjust air nozzle till rod moves toward pin and clip.💨 The oxygen sensor will enriched fuel due to minor boost increase leaning fuel mix. Unless SD and not likely in turbo car🤔 Good clear video.👍
Just to be clear you need an adjustable actuator which is aftermarket. Stock turbos dont have em. Well mine dont anyway.
I have a 2013 CLS Mercedes-Benz it is throwing a low boost code to the passenger side Turbo where do you think I should start figuring this out it all begins after I get my timing belt tensioner done
Thanks. Fixed an actuator that came loose and was underboosting.
Clear and concise instructions. Thanks for sharing
I effed up... back to my garage!
Does this cause your vehicle to lose power while driving and causes you to switch the car off and on to regain power on acceleration?
If you use a manual boost control in line with this buy yourself a mityvac vacuum hand pump and you will see what psi the actuator is opening at.
A great job explaining
On Many Turbos the rod going back into diaphram is not locked to the phram itself so it can spin from vibrations,
i would defo be tightening up the lock nut or it can spin itself during idle vibrations
Play with your actuator without programming your fuel ratio, timing, and generally having a specific tune for that, and you'll wind up collecting rods and pistons from the street!!
Dumb
@@bobrobert1123 If you have it controlled, no problem at all. At least not on the FK engine, as it was made for handling the high pressure turbo in the FX engine. But increase it too hard, and you're gonna blow hoses, radiator's gonna get fked and shit will generally go to pieces 😅
Yep breaking stuff is always a great idea 💡 👍
@@kotybenedict2640 😅
Uhmm yeah, ik you tune it a little bit like this its totally not a problem😅 but if you do it to much its over
You must tighten down that lock nut down. otherwise that rod is able to spin. It will spin inside the diaphragm side....
Does the same setting apply to all turbos?
Each turbo is set at different preloads
Thanks for the lesson. From hamilton ontario
Fook Hamilton
Nice video but how many kids do you have there??
I would guess this could be the cause of the "freak accident" at the Somerset, PA tractor pull that killed a 33 year old woman in the stands. Some guy over boosted and the organizers don't check, nor do they require a containment box. Sad.
Great video. Won’t the ECU just figure out that you’ve increased boost an electronically go back to what it’s factory boost setting?
No, because it's mechanical.
So this doesn't work for variable turbine?
But my actuator arm won't pull to the left. Only pushes into the right??
Dude is adjusting his boost in the middle of a school playground 🤷🏼♂️
I think I’m in the wrong place my rig has 36.9 lbs of boost I just blew the exhaust off yesterday have to get a few extra clamps
How do you calibrate the boost correctly so it's back at the factory setting?
Don't replace the actuator lol
I want to know when you start the engine, in which position the westgate goes, open or closed
I have bought An Alanko Twinturbo and got replaced in my BMW 525D xdrive 2012. I have problem with boost. How many turn should I turn on the actuator?
Good Video, TR Community is great...
More to come...as soon as the snow is gone.
Turbobuicks 101 look forward to it
So coming in with rode boost is higher !!! Coming out with rod lowers boost
How much should you increase your fuel pressure for each pound of boost you increase by turning the rod for + boost.??
If you are creating over boost due to free flowing exhaust would you get a train whistle from actuator/waste gate letting some escape?
Thank you this help me to understand how it works 👍
Damn what u have 200 kids at ur house eh
Lol
I thought I was tripping out lol
Lmao family man indeed
How would I fix a underboost issue guys
What impact of low boost pressure
So how to decrease the boost ? Do you think decreasing the boost will solve problem ? Turbocharger
Supercharger Boost
Sensor A Circuit
High
Thanks for sharing! 👍🙂
tight to increase the boost right?
Are you close to Hamilton Ontario I would like to have you make my kia sportage turbo give some extra boost properly
I have a question. is the valve closed or open in the initial position? thank you.
Closed
Thanks dude, great video
What kind of heavy duty actuator do I need for a K14-6000 turbo?
What vehicle is this on?
What turbo is this?
Year make model?
1921 model t Ford
excellent video how about electronic actuator adjusting
Hi, i can feel there's no play in the rod from the actuator at all. But there's still a chance that the wastegate flapper is loose? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Great video easy explained thanks man
Is this a diesel engine or gas Because diesel don't blow up if they run lean....🤔🤔..
At least i didn't think so
My wastegate arm has hella play in it like I can pull it out to max with no restriction at all. Is that normal ? It's an AGP wastegate. Maybe the spring is broken?
Looking at video very good info you are in canada I need help with my car I am in markham area can you help thanks
Good Day mate,, thanks for great info straight to the point video 👍🤝,
My question is dose works on discovery 2 TD5?
Cheers Matt Merry Christmas to you Mate 👋🫡
Sounds like he lives next to a daycare,. Great vids by the way
My house backs onto a school yard. Kids were out for recess.
If you screw it in to max, where it cannot go anymore. How do you go about adding more boost? Hopefully you understand my question🙈🤣
can I do that for my innova 2010 model ?
Great information thanks dude
Can i adjust this area to lower the boost? Now i have 1.0+ boost but i want just about 0.8 boost, how to lower the boost?
Does it apply for opel zafira 2.0tdi 2004
My car is overshooting boost and causes the throttle to closes, can actuator cause this?
Just remember! Dont adjust ir wastegate actuator in between races at the track 😳🔥
They never learn.
Sincerely asking, why not?😂
@@axxisblack I want to know too....
A bit confused, when my engine starts the rod closes the valve, so with your video your tightening the the rod to close the valve? should mine be already closes off? as I am now experiencing low boost with the code P0299 - watched so many videos and they are very conflicting. Appreciate any help!
You wastegate valve should be closed when installing and closed basically all the time until you hit boost
@@silverispro8573 Ok thanks and appreciate your help!
Sir can i ask about that actuator thing when engine running how actuator work if push the rod down to open or close thanks
since when do you adjust boost with the actuator?
Because that's what the high boost actuator is for.
More tension equals more boost?
I have a 2020 f350 6.7 diesel and the waste gate creates some clicking noises after I turn off the engine. It also give me P2565 code and check engine light on. Any idea what is the problem?
Small crack in one of you're rubber hoses
If I have too much boost what I can do ? I have a génesis coupe 2.0T
Wow do you sound like Dan Aykroyd.
Great video 👍🙏💪
Can I do this to my 2012 kia sportage
God I love metric... *enters car parts shop* '1 pound of boost please' *facepalm*
Well how would you say
that in imperial
@@phat_g Psi or pounds is imperial.
Bar or kpa is metric
nice good job sir
What if the rod doesn't adjust
Rod (actuator control arm) has to be replaced by fabricating your own or purchasing one.
No kids! This is the wrong way of doing it. Turning up your boost will pop your motor. The correct way going about turning your boost up and down is via software. Software will not only alternate your boost levels but also other contributing factors such as air and fuel ratio for an evenly adjusted boost levels.
You couldn't be more wrong. I have a vid for adjusting the fuel/timing...and it isn't software driven. Everything is adjusted via the chip and Scanmaster.
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Chris Settree if you car doesnt have a computer known as the ECU. Are you even driving a car?
warnus kruger this can be a possibility, but can you turbo charge a carb motor? Never seen or heard of one before. So i take it this vehicle has fuel injection?
warnus kruger thats actually very interesting. I’ll be honest, it the first time i hear about it
is this all for turbos? or will just work for a saab 9-3
What type of fuel after actuating more boost ?
How much boost can a stock chevrolet trax 1.4 turbo take.
1 full apin is 1 boost on a factory actuator.
Can i spin 2x or 2 and a half times.
I would i be pushing my limits even when i spin 1 and half to 2 x .
If your increasing boost on a Saab, be careful with 3rd gear, known to fail even at stock pressure. just sayin :)
jon pin does this work and will it run bad I have a 9-5 2.3 and I was wondering if this would work
BuUtY EaTer Yes, it works, in fact, on a Saab you can simply unplug one of the vacuum lines on the waste gate and go full pressure. BUT be warned, Saab’s are touchy little monsters and the 3rd gear on older models is know to detonate. I lived in Trollhattan for 15 years and worked in Saab engineering for a number of years.
jon pin got any links or video’s I got a new boost gauge and now I want to boost it up by like 5 psi
BuUtY EaTer Early model gearbox’s where not very strong. The later GM trans was better. I lived in Sweden for some years and have adjusted boost in various ways and I only encountered a problem once with a blown head gasket. However it was a mileage vehicle. Yes it does work,,,, but with risks !
Hi Jon, do you know what's the stock pressure that opens the wastegate actuator valve on a NG 9-3 14T turbo?
Good video bro 👍🏻 thanx
Ben fatto. Gradirei sapere per una Opel Vectra sw DTH 2.0 74 kw 101 cv come va regolata l'asta wastegate in quanto il turbo non spinge forte. Inoltre ho comprato la wastegate nuova. Posso misurare con pompa a depressione? Grazie
Hi at slightly sudden acceleration the turbo light comes on dash with the check engine light. So what's the remedy please. Had new turbo 25000 miles ago please
Great video! Thank you for all you do sir!
No problem...more vids to come. Spring is almost here!
Thank you
You can tell me what you did in the video you put pressure on the turbo or you drop it?
When you back it off you drop the boost. Tightening it will raise it. As he said he backed it off to about 16 pounds. Then every turn to tighten it roughly increases it by 1 pound.
I'm so confused, I'm going with a standalone ecu, that lets me set boost. Should I set the PSI on that or mess with the actuator rod?
Buy a aftermarket adjustable waste gate actuator that has adjustable springs, the ecu will adjust the boost electronically but for example if your turbo can handle 30+psi but your wastegate actuator will only hold 15psi even tho you set your ecu to 20+psi it will only be at 15psi if boost because of your stock actuator.
See the turbos limits on max psi ratings and look into upgrading the wastegate actuator or leave it completely open to get the stututu sound and then adjust your standalone accordingly.
@@BC2FITTY leave it completely open? Explain pla
Does e46 320d got this?
Is it safe to increase the boost by myself?
I dont have power while accelarating and feel the actuator on my car , it was loose , could move it in and out.
So now I learn from the video that mine actuator is broken , is it something repairable or changeable ?
Its an Chrysler Grand Voyager diesel 2,8L
Hi. I have audi a4 b5 1.9 66kw ahu engine. I want make 16 psi . What yuo show in this video is good for my turbo?
No...this is strictly for TR's...and you have to add fuel as you raise boost or the engine will lean out. You also have to be aware of heat/humidity as well. It's a real balancing act.
Can anyone explain to me pls how to clean or if is posible to clean a boost of a turbo from 520d bmw from 2001? Its version of 136hp. Ty..
Is it gonna damage the turbo?
Yes
So if I buy a manual boost controller, do I still need to do this ?
Follow the boost controller instructions.
no u dont have to, buy the boost controller and install it as the instruction says