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Electrical boost gauge flutter

Old Jun 3, 2008 | 07:42 PM
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boost gauge flutter

ok im sure its has been talked about but i can not find it...

while driving in 1st and 2nd at WOT my gauge seems to flutter between like 13-17psi. does anyone know what can be causing this?? i checked all the lines figuring that i had a leak or something but could not find anything.. thanks for your help.
 
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Old Jul 7, 2008 | 10:28 AM
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It is most likely the supercharger bypass valve.
 
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Old Jul 7, 2008 | 10:35 AM
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This problem isn't all that uncommon. You need a vacuum line restrictor.
 
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