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dellboy_

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Hi all , any advice on what recirc valve to upgrade to as I'm sure my plastshit one is leaking boost slowly as I can hear it gently dumping back through filter on acceleration , any advise with prices much appreciated
 

dellboy_

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So getting a new replacement original part is the best option not an aftermarket ? Just thought I would ask as most seem to say forge etc in other posts ... Cheers guys
 

lcrsammy

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May 4, 2011
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the guys at badger5 have been bubble testing most valves recently, iirc the forge 008 is ok, a serviced 007 with the new style piston is ok and a std valve also holds boost very well too.

I guess it depends on where you will be taking your engine, if just running a standard map then a new OE valve will suffice, but if you will be upping power then being able to change spring/add shims will be of more benefit.

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traumapat

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Jul 24, 2005
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the guys at badger5 have been bubble testing most valves recently, iirc the forge 008 is ok, a serviced 007 with the new style piston is ok and a std valve also holds boost very well too.

I guess it depends on where you will be taking your engine, if just running a standard map then a new OE valve will suffice, but if you will be upping power then being able to change spring/add shims will be of more benefit.

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You'd be surprised how well the standard valve can cope even when running a bigger turbo. I've had piston valves that have stuck or leaked whereas diaphram valves , APR R1 and the OEM have been 100% reliable.
I've read the standard valve is rated to 2 bar. :)
 

lcrsammy

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May 4, 2011
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thats good to know! luckily I got my 007p from the bay dirt cheap and a free service kit from forge so my valve was probanly cheaper than a new oe valve :D

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