Background: The CTS FMIC (front mount intercooler) for the Mk7 is subjected to a flow test to compare airflow measurements with other Mk7 intercooler options. Test Procedure: After calibrating the flow bench the CTS FMIC is placed on top of an adapter that allows for measuring the airflow through the external fins of the intercooler. […]
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Background: This post discusses a test using the Turbosmart diverter valve for the Mk7 GTI. Previously a comparison between the Mk7 GTI stock Diverter Valve (DV) and a Forge Blow-Off Valve (BOV) was conducted. The results from the BOV vs DV test showed that there were slight differences between the measures taken using each product.
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Background: The subject of flow test results and the flow bench that I use come up occasionally so this post will give some history of my use with the flow bench along with the bench capabilities. After spending several years researching modifications to my B5 S4 by taking measurements on the car I began to
