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Old Feb 11, 2013 | 01:26 PM
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blow off valve

Has anyone replaced the factory bov for a different/better sounding one?
 
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Old Feb 11, 2013 | 03:10 PM
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Has anyone replaced the factory bov for a different/better sounding one?
If you are wanting a BOV that actually has a performance advantage, look into the Forge BOV/diverter. If you are just wanting the sound, keep the factory one.
 
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Old Feb 11, 2013 | 03:45 PM
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I didn't know that a bov could add performance,did you know of a brand or site?
 
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Originally Posted by JCWKART
I didn't know that a bov could add performance,did you know of a brand or site?

http://www.waymotorworks.com/forge-blow-off-valve.html
 
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Like posted above the Forge Valve is the one to go with.
 
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Old Feb 11, 2013 | 07:35 PM
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thanx for the info but i still don't see where the increase in performance comes in?
 
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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 03:14 AM
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Originally Posted by JCWKART
thanx for the info but i still don't see where the increase in performance comes in?
Did you not read the description of the product?

"This product has been thoroughly designed and tested with the expressed intent of offering improved valve response and maintaining ECU control while resulting in absolutely NO fault codes, NO check engine lights, and no adverse effects of any kind. All of the necessary components and detailed instructions are included and everything is designed to make installation as simple as possible. Simply put this valve will improve throttle responce and boost control to enhance the drivability and performance of your MINI."
 
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For some reason it just made sense to me by reading it again,thanx
 
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