Re: Compressor bypass valve questions...

[Dave Head <dhead@sundial.net>]

At 01:21 PM 10/18/97 -0600, you wrote:
>I installed one of the Bosch compressor bypass (aka "dump") valves on my
>200q this morning and just returned from a brisk test-drive.  I must admit
>to being somewhat disappointed with the results: Yes, it works but it
>doesn't make *that* much of a difference, at least not on my only mildly
>modified car.  I think I understand now why Dave Head decided to sell his
>setup ... perhaps it'll make a bigger difference once I install the GS
>Racing 3" downpipe/exhaust system, extrude-honed exhaust mainfold and RS2
>turbo next weekend?

That's how I felt - to get full benefit I would need to be pushing a lot
more air and revs (I rarely go over 5K rpm).
(and be spending a buttload more money I couldn't afford)...
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