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Old 28-10-2006, 05:09 PM
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right the car is still runnig fine but i have no boost and the boost gauge is not moveing any more there our no signs of white smoke and all the hoses seem to be conneted ok could the turbo bo gone
Old 28-10-2006, 05:12 PM
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prob not.

usually its something not connected. come loose..etc.

also check actuator.

was the boost gauge etc working?
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sounds like a pipe has popped off!
Old 28-10-2006, 05:16 PM
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yes the boost gauge was woking ok thanx for your reply
Old 28-10-2006, 05:43 PM
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Turbo could have seized but sounds like actuator bar has fell off the wastegate just have look see if bar is on if not pop back on and should be fine if not just take main boost hose off and check the turbo wheel still moves and aint seized...
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cheers jon
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