Turbosmart Diverter Valve

Turbosmart DV Performance

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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PTS Flowbench

PTS Flow Bench

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

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Mabotech FMIC External Air Flow Test

Mabotech Bicooler Flow Test

Background: The Mabotech “Race” bicooler intercooler for the Mk7 was provided to me by Mabotech to conduct a flow test with. Dimensions of the core and weight of the intercooler are: Specifications Mabotech “Race” Bicooler Weight – lbs. 20.2 Length – in. 24.0 Height – in. 7.5 Depth – mm. 100.6 Charge Row Height –

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