Manual Boost Controllers

[Pulp]

Hey ppl!

Just wondering if anyone can tell me alittle about manual boost controllers. I've seen a couple of these Turbosmart ones.

An In Cabin type which allows for boost adjustment on the run.

And a Single Stage one that provides fast boost response with one adjustable boost level. Apparently ideal for turbo cars without factory boost controllers and you can switch between standard and high boost. Has like a rocket launcher Switch too.

Any help would be appreciated!

Cheers!

[ix9]

Dave,

I think most people start off with a bleed-valve type setup then move on to an EBC system later on. I like the fact I can have 2 boost settings with my EBC - Makes for more enjoyable driving sometimes when you just want stock cruisy boost and not boost that gets cranked up at 1/4 throttle

If ya want some advice, go with an EBC straight up - A Hybrid one can be had for around $300~ new, or you can pick one up 2nd hand, in cabin control is where it's at

[rep003]

Hey Dude ,

If you do want to start with a bleed valve , use the simple Turbosmart one ,

they are "Gated" which simply means that they have a 5 psi check valve in them , which means no wastegate creep til atleast 5psi...... short version = better throttle response

If you use their "Single stage"(stock & Hi) one & your car is an auto you can use a relay to the Power/Norm/Snow button to fire it ( I did ;P) so when the auto is set to Power , the boost is set to High! All good. :burnout:

[Bazelinez]

Go the turbotech ones Mark is selling in the Forced Induction Performance thread. I bought one for $35 and it works mint. Hold 12PSI perfectly, no spiking and no boost loss.

Don't be a weenie, u don't need 2 settings, you just need to be able to drive better then strich9

Yeah EBCs are sweet but a whole lot more then this controller....

[JH32]

Pulp i had a Go Fast Bits atomic boost controller ... worked really well

It held 12psi pretty much right through the rev range

[Pulp]

Thanks guys!

I do prefer an EBC type, but I was under the impression that they were heaps expensive!

Rep003, I like that idea, I was thinking sort of the same thing I could probably do that for now and change to an EBC once I get some more cash together!

See I actually want to run more than 12psi, say 15 or so, care of my mate Kym so do you think the manual type would handle that? (of course I'll be putting in a FMIC)

Anyway I'll have a think and a bit more research around, thanks again guys!!

[Bazelinez]

the turbotech ones are good for 20PSI+ i think. Look em up!

I doubt you'll find anything cheaper then $35. Lots of people can vouch for them too...

[Pulp]

the turbotech ones are good for 20PSI+  i think. Look em up!

I doubt you'll find anything cheaper then $35. Lots of people can vouch for them too...

Thanks mate I will I'll do bit of surfin n check em out

[SideWaysChef]

Hey man i have a Blitz in cabin boost controller for sale

my car has been running up to 1.2 bar of boost through it

is for sale, name your price

personal message me or email at

alanschmidt@inthemix.com.au

[Pulp]

Hey man i have a Blitz in cabin boost controller for sale

my car has been running up to 1.2 bar of boost through it

is for sale, name your price

personal message me or email at  

alanschmidt@inthemix.com.au

Thanks man but I've decided to go the PFC direction with EBC option, just need to save up now! Thanks anyway mate!