actuator preload = approx boost
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I've just fitted a new -31 actuator to my t3. I have preloaded to approximately half a hole. WITHOUT any bleed, what level of boost should I expect to see at this load level?
Also, what should I expect to see at a complete hole of load or is this a bad idea and would I be better off bleeding to make the required boost level?
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Also, what should I expect to see at a complete hole of load or is this a bad idea and would I be better off bleeding to make the required boost level?
Thanks
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You would see around 0.6-0.7 bar of boost, and typically it's not a very good idea to much increse the preload. If you need to, you have the wrong actuator to start with.
It's a better idea to use a proper boost control. I like to use Megasquirt for that.
It's a better idea to use a proper boost control. I like to use Megasquirt for that.
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I'm sure I have the correct actuator. So what you're saying is if half a hole gives me 0.6bar and thats not enough then I have the wrong actuator?!
I'm thinking half a hole = approx 0.6bar. I'm looking for 1bar max (ofac efi) therefore bleed a further 0.4bar and bingo am I wrong??
I'm thinking half a hole = approx 0.6bar. I'm looking for 1bar max (ofac efi) therefore bleed a further 0.4bar and bingo am I wrong??
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