No bleed valve, just the Amal and actuator.
No i dont have an air line to test actuator.
Intercooler is a front mount Radtec.

Cossie T3 has a larger compressor wheel and exahust housing iirc, so would be able to hold more boost.

Stage 2 spec Turbo Techincs T3:
S152 Ford Escort RS Turbo Stage 2
Power output 160-220 BHP
Boost 10-23 PSI
7° cutback T3 turbine assembly
360° screwed thrust bearing

It's cant really argue with you because all i'm doing is repeating what i was told this morning, and they are a reputable tuner so i will go with what they say but cheers for your input.