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Old Apr 23, 2011 | 05:14 PM
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Yet another boost leak thread

Yes yes I know its been beaten to death but I couldn't find my exact symptoms via search nor FAQ.

During a liesurely drive today I stated to notice the turbo whoosh more and more along with the air purge. Then the car started to have issues starting. Finally boost is down to about 5-6 lbs and the car now sounds like it has a VTA bov. What could be leaking?

Car is bone stock save for a PFC. Thanks
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Old Apr 25, 2011 | 10:45 AM
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Wow tough crowd. Could this be a problem with the stock divertor valve or the charge relief valve?
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Old Apr 25, 2011 | 10:51 AM
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I would guess possibly stock BOV. I removed mine for and aftermarket and the cap I used cracked. Leading to very similar symptoms.
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Old Apr 25, 2011 | 10:55 AM
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Man how come i cant start any threads and the moderators wont respond to my pm's? I've been a member since 06 whats the deal?
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