[s-cars] Boost cutout progress...

[Jim Fleischer]

Hey all,

Making some progress with regard to my boost issues.  To recap, clogged cats were the primary issue regarding no boost whatsoever.  Then I was experiencing stumbling/overboost/cutout on a random but continual basis.  I regapped all of the NGK plugs so they were consistent (there was some variation for sure.)  That seemed to help, but still not great.  Then, upon Dave Dawson's continued sage advice, I pinched off the wastegate hose again and WOW, I have full and consistent boost at all times!  Fully understanding I am not extracting all the power out of the car, it's nice to lay into the throttle and not be afraid the anchor is going to be thrown out the back!

So, I think that isolates the problem with the WGFV.  I have cleaned the connector already with electrical conductor cleaner.  Is this something that I just need to replace, or is there something else I'm not aware of?

Also, am I okay to be driving the car with the wastegate hose pinched for the time being?

Thanks guys, can't express my appreciation enough for the patience and understanding through this process!

Best regards,

Jim Fleischer
'95 urS6 avant boosting away happily!