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Old Dec 29, 2006 | 10:28 AM
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Boost problems power related?

Just a quick question. Could i be having boost problems because of a bad battery oralternator? Thx. -Eric
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Old Dec 29, 2006 | 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by efranklin
Just a quick question. Could i be having boost problems because of a bad battery oralternator? Thx. -Eric
One of my favorite mods is to replace the oralternator with an analthernator. With an analthernator, the car really kicks butt. However, a bad oralthernator will not cause boost problems.
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Old Dec 29, 2006 | 10:59 AM
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Sorry obvious typo!
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Old Dec 29, 2006 | 12:55 PM
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the most likely cause of boost related problems are caused by a vac leak or bad turbos.
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Old Dec 29, 2006 | 01:13 PM
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don't forget the numerous solenoids, actuators, and check valves.
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Old Dec 29, 2006 | 01:33 PM
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^^ tis true. Just wanted to know if it could have anything to do with it. THX /end thread
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