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    Wastegate actuator

    someone correct me if Im wrong but it works like this: ECu uses a map sensor that can "see" boost.. this is reported back to the ECU, ECu processes this data along with everything else ( throttle position, RPM, ign advance, volume of air entering engine, knock detection etc ) and decides on a...
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    Q: GolfTTish banning

    I agree with GolffTTish... Everyone who tunes their cars reads every forum on the internet, they must do, because GolfTTish said they do.. and he's always right isn't he ? two words for you mate - GROW UP. I'm sick of your pointless private messages and posts that pull good, informative...
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    Wastegate actuator

    unless you override the ECU boost control or the actuator is weak and is not holding proper boost doing what you suggest will make sweet FA difference because the ECU will detect the boost pressure and bleed off the excess...
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    Problems with Revo

    [ QUOTE ] munkey said: MO-S3 what is the Revo power delivery like?, I was thinking of getting chip from Jabba but am not sure how different this is from Revo. [/ QUOTE ] The advantage with Jabba is its a bespoke remap, they can make it drive how YOU want it to, from experiences of other...
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    Whooped by an Astra!!!

    [ QUOTE ] GavinH said: One of my mates has an Astra Coupe Turbo. They are actually very quick. Can keep with another friends 328i [/ QUOTE ] thats cos 328s are slow nasty things too as an ex vauxhall man I can honestly say i think the Z20LET engine in the astra is pants, smaller turbo...
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    TurboCharges

    ok this is how I understand it: 1.8T engine 150bhp has a K03 turbo 210 and 225 engines have a K04, which is essentially phyiscally bigger, ( bigger = more air flow ) The 1.8T sport turbo is somewhere in between the two, I've seen it described as a K04 housing with K03 internals, but that...
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    Should I buy an Elise?

    VX220 is a hoot. Err dunno what you are talking about RE the dash - they have stack dashes in em. I prefer the more angular look of the VX TBH. Tuyrbo engine is alright, but a c20LET would be better... seen a few VXs that get driven really hard and they stand up to it. Look out for the...
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    WHAT THE....

    Is it from Lomond Audi ? They tune alot of stuff and do their own warranties etc. Ask some high prices too.
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    Tyre damaged caused on motorway - can I claim?

    Don't know who you claim off, if its a normal road you claim from the local council but motorways are not the property of the local council, so I guess its the highways agency ? Good luck with your claim. KEEP THE TYRE, don't throw it away. If at all possible go backand get some pics of this...
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    hello

    Welcome Ian!
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    ESP over speed humps, but only in the wet?

    [ QUOTE ] Mutley said: I think it will be easier to explain why Audi Girl's sideways antics on mini roundabouts causes the light to come on . . . [/ QUOTE ] You've seen her drive then ? Seriously, I think your explanation makes sense, seems the ESP is a bit too sensitive. Suprising it...
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    ***SPORTEC REMAP***

    Sportec isn't rebranded AmD stuff www.sportec.ch AmD are distributors. Far as them abandoning their own code, don't know. Maybe offering the two side by side ?
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    Im New 2 This Forum

    Welcome Tanya. Mo-S3 is right, you will need to look out for the dodgy people, the worst one is a chap by the name of "Moresauce", I'm sure he'll be along soon Far as your car search goes autotrader will search the Top Marques publication as well. You could also try: Audi UK Used Car...
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    Home Theatre Question!

    I understand that ladies like 6Hz
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    Radiator Crisis

    Note that removing the under tray may help engine cooling. Does the A/C still work ? Is coolant level in the expansion tank dropping ? this willhelp you ID the radiator thats gone!
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    What Power Is A "AUM" 1.8t ?

    Question for a mate of mine, I expect its a 180 or 150 - but which one ? Cheers
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    Happy Birthday!!!!

    Only 52 ? Thought he looked at least 55 Happy Birthday Al!
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    Audi Supercar ?

    http://www.autotrader.co.uk/CARS/news/news-centre/news-template.jsp?dbid=17079 Wonder if Audi will extend their racing activities from Le Mans to GTs as well?
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    How many cars have you owned ?

    Mk1 'Tina 2 door ??
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    How many cars have you owned ?

    84 Mk1 Astra 1300 (Celebrity Ltd Edition!) 88 Mk2 Astra 1800 Sri (Stacks of low down torque, no PAS) 90 Mk3 Cavalier GSi (Slammed on 17s, didnt do much else) 93 Mk3 Cavalier Turbo (Currently on 174k, modded for 100k and still original engine!) Next is an S3 Part of the reason why I still have...