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Fusionmeat
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Post subject: What should stock boost levels be?  Posted: Fri Oct 20, 2006 8:02 am |
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Howdy-
I have a 2006 Dodge 1 Ton MegaCab and recently installed a Westach dual boost/EGT gauge. I am seeing 16lbs max. I haven't monitored it while towing, but assume it would still peak to the same level. I have an Airaid cold air intake with the MIT, a Aero Turbine muffler and the SC on performance. I read some where that SC doesn't mess with boost. Is this true? Is ~16lbs normal? If so, how do I increase the boost? If not, is there something I should troubleshoot?
Thanks.
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Post subject: Re: What should stock boost levels be? Posted: Fri Oct 20, 2006 8:12 am |
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Location: Sanford, Fla.
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Fusionmeat wrote: Howdy-
I have a 2006 Dodge 1 Ton MegaCab and recently installed a Westach dual boost/EGT gauge. I am seeing 16lbs max. I haven't monitored it while towing, but assume it would still peak to the same level. I have an Airaid cold air intake with the MIT, a Aero Turbine muffler and the SC on performance. I read some where that SC doesn't mess with boost. Is this true? Is ~16lbs normal? If so, how do I increase the boost? If not, is there something I should troubleshoot?
Thanks.
All 2005-2007 5.9Ltr. (* has an Electronic wastegate control.
16 psi is low. Stock should be around 32-35 psi. Tuned you should see around 40-42 psi.
Where is the boost gauge hooked up at?
We tapped ours right into the GREY metal intake tube. Works great!
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Fusionmeat
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Post subject: Posted: Fri Oct 20, 2006 8:19 am |
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Thanks for the quick reply. I have used a hollow bolt and r/r one from the manifold closest to the valve cover.
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2006 Dodge 1 Ton MegaCab 4x4
- Westach Dual EGT/Boost Gauge installed in a factory Mopar SRT-10 single pod A-pillar (keeps grab handle).
- AFE-Stage 2 Pro 7, Outerwears Pre Filter
- 5" turbo back, no Cat
- CFM+ intake manifold
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Post subject: Posted: Fri Oct 20, 2006 8:27 am |
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I am not qiute sure where that is.....
I will go out and check to see what you are talking about.
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Fusionmeat
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Post subject: Posted: Fri Oct 20, 2006 8:30 am |
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Thanks. I removed a bolt in front of (radiator side) the GREY metal intake tube; on the valve cover side. I think it is the furthest one out (closest to radiator).
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2006 Dodge 1 Ton MegaCab 4x4
- Westach Dual EGT/Boost Gauge installed in a factory Mopar SRT-10 single pod A-pillar (keeps grab handle).
- AFE-Stage 2 Pro 7, Outerwears Pre Filter
- 5" turbo back, no Cat
- CFM+ intake manifold
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Post subject: Posted: Fri Oct 20, 2006 8:46 am |
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Fusionmeat wrote: Thanks. I removed a bolt in front of (radiator side) the GREY metal intake tube; on the valve cover side. I think it is the furthest one out (closest to radiator).
I sent you PM! 
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Fusionmeat
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Post subject: Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2006 4:44 am |
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I just thought that I would drop a note and let you know that my boost issue ended up being a bad gauge. With the SC on performance, at WOT, I am seeing a jump to 40psi, and then it drop and hold at 32psi. I haven't checked the stock settings or perf/tow yet, but at least I am seeing the correct boost now. As soon as I install the Quadzilla boost fooler, I should be able to lower my EGT's with more boost, but will probably not see an increase in power at the wheel.
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2006 Dodge 1 Ton MegaCab 4x4
- Westach Dual EGT/Boost Gauge installed in a factory Mopar SRT-10 single pod A-pillar (keeps grab handle).
- AFE-Stage 2 Pro 7, Outerwears Pre Filter
- 5" turbo back, no Cat
- CFM+ intake manifold
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