ka-t (sr turbo) internal wastegate problem

[DaPCWiz]

So... after some annoying problems, I finally get the S14 working again. stock ka block w/ oem sr t25. Took the car out for a quick spin to make sure its running well. Not 5 miles into the drive, the car stops boosting. I'm like wtf.

I pull over and pop the hood to do a visual on everything. The wastegate actuator arm thing popped off the wastegate. What?! How does that even happen? Didn't wanna touch it hot, and just limped the car home, keeping rpms low... going like 30 mph..

I can pop it back on once things cool down, but is there some sort of clip or something that's supposed to keep it on? If so, where do I get one...


After a little searching online... I think I need the clip that is in this picture:

http://www.frsport.com/images/detailed_images/ATP-WGT-031.jpg

but where do I get one?


Edit: A quick camera phone pic I took when I pulled over:

http://www.dapcwiz.com/misc/wastegate_broken.jpg

[Munki]

i need that clip thingy too...

[1five10]

Usually your local hardware store has them. They are called e-clips. If they dont, check out a hobby shop and make sure to get the right size.

[DaPCWiz]

Will this work? - Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices (http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=4300)

lol I guess 300 is a little overkill... but for $4 u can't go wrong, lol.

[1five10]

Sell them for a buck a piece. lol Just make sure to get the correct size.

[DaPCWiz]

Harbor freight was closed... picked it up from home depot for like 30 cents... its a 3/16" e clip for future reference

car works great now ^_^