Still only boosting 14psi - UPDATE 13/1/12

[Wazzzer]

Right after fitting the THS cooler I only hit 14psi peak on a 3rd gear run and there is a definite lack of power so I'm in need of a boost leak test.

What I need is a definitive answer on how to leak test on the engine, bearing in mind I have a catch can fitted. I've got an attachment for a paint gun which can regulate air from the compressors at work and I can get a nylon bush turned to plug the TIP.

Do I need a valve to hold the pressure etc? Any help would be much appreciated 

[Wazzzer]

anyone?

[golfyste]

You can use a tyre valve as long as you have a gauge  attached, that will just act as a one way valve.

[richw911]

Can Nick help bud?

[Dave_IOW]

PM Big_Tone i believe he made his own successful one   :Wink:

To be honest, i thought you made one to though 

[blade4real2004]

I had this issue when I fitted mine mate I boost leak tested had a few leaks sorted them and it was still the same it's only really come back to life after fitting the k04 001 I was peaking 22psi before fitting mine look at my under boost issue thread

[Wazzzer]

You can use a tyre valve as long as you have a gauge  attached, that will just act as a one way valve.

good thinking that man, my brain just isn't in gear this evening :embarassed:

Can Nick help bud?

I've been in conversation with Nick via text the last few days, just today he chooses to go AWOL 

I had this issue when I fitted mine mate I boost leak tested had a few leaks sorted them and it was still the same it's only really come back to life after fitting the k04 001 I was peaking 22psi before fitting mine look at my under boost issue thread

will have a look now mate

PM Big_Tone i believe he made his own successful one   :Wink:

To be honest, i thought you made one to though 

Yeah I did kinda, not sure it's any good though

[Big Tone]

Right after fitting the THS cooler I only hit 14psi peak on a 3rd gear run and there is a definite lack of power so I'm in need of a boost leak test.

What I need is a definitive answer on how to leak test on the engine, bearing in mind I have a catch can fitted. I've got an attachment for a paint gun which can regulate air from the compressors at work and I can get a nylon bush turned to plug the TIP.

Do I need a valve to hold the pressure etc? Any help would be much appreciated 

I just turned a nylon bush up, drilled and tapped to accept a 1/4bsp needle valve with some compressor fittings, will post some pics if this will help.

As far as a definitive guide goes, I think it would be a good Idea to start a thread all about pressure testing and results as I get a small amount of leakage through the block but with nothing to compare it to, I dont know if I need to look into things further or if I am wasting my time.

I also get a bubbling in the sump when I test from the tip, which I am sure you must be able to stop.

Firstly though, I need a more aggressive map!

[golfyste]

Right after fitting the THS cooler I only hit 14psi peak on a 3rd gear run and there is a definite lack of power so I'm in need of a boost leak test.

What I need is a definitive answer on how to leak test on the engine, bearing in mind I have a catch can fitted. I've got an attachment for a paint gun which can regulate air from the compressors at work and I can get a nylon bush turned to plug the TIP.

Do I need a valve to hold the pressure etc? Any help would be much appreciated 

I just turned a nylon bush up, drilled and tapped to accept a 1/4bsp needle valve with some compressor fittings, will post some pics if this will help.

As far as a definitive guide goes, I think it would be a good Idea to start a thread all about pressure testing and results as I get a small amount of leakage through the block but with nothing to compare it to, I dont know if I need to look into things further or if I am wasting my time.

I also get a bubbling in the sump when I test from the tip, which I am sure you must be able to stop.

Firstly though, I need a more aggressive map!

+1
Sounds like the tester would work and I also get the bumping in the sump and into the block unless I block the puck valve.

[Big Tone]

I get it when the puck is blocked, how does that work then? Lol