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Old 07-05-2004, 09:18 PM
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I just got my vent boost gauge installed and I noticed that it peaks at 15-16lbs. Usually the boost holds at around 15lbs and rarely goes any higher than that. I've got the Forge 007 valves w/ the yellow springs. Any advice? Are these correct readings?
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Default when i had x-chip on N75, i was seeing spikes of around 18....then 15 or so tapering to about 12/13

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When I had X chip with N75, I was spiking over 1.5 bar and cutting throttle :-/
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Do you recommend me gettin' the N75?
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Default Heh, you must be somewhat new. The N75 is what comes with your car.

It is the valve that controls the boost.
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No, no. I know that, I'm talkin' about the J valve.
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Is that the "race" valve? If that is it, skip that.
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J valve?
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Default Yeah, here's a link w/ some info on it.

<ul><li><a href="http://www.ecstuning.com/stage/n75-info.html">... courtesy of ECS Tuning</a></li></ul>
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lol say what??


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