Background: In a previous post, I discussed installing a prototype Mabotech turbocharger to facilitate the development of an intake I have been working on. The prototype utilizes a ported shroud housing, a design that helps mitigate compressor surge and allows for greater airflow if the inlet to the compressor inducer becomes choked. While discussing the […]
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Background: After finishing the tune for the Mabotech M520 turbocharger, I decided to see if there would be any benefit from replacing the stock GTI throttle body (TB) with a larger one. A search on eBay turned up an Audi A5 throttle body for $36 – a low enough cost for an experiment with a
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Background: While working on a recent turbocharger swap, I examined my collection of diverter valve (DV) parts and noticed some unusual wear on the stock DV piston. Compared to the new OEM DV that I have, this used one looks rough. I do subject the part to higher temperatures than the stock setup generates. As
