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EnemyS15
06-27-2013, 02:55 PM
So I was just trolling around the idea of going push lock air fittings for my vacuum and pressure lines.

I know the general layout would be tap the housing > T > one line to boost controller > other to bottom port of Wg.

Questions:

Would there be any performance issue(s) by tapping the housing 2 times giving bottom of Wg and boost controller their own dedicated lines?

If there isn't any issues. Would running a dual outlet banjo style fitting work, to avoid double tapping the housing?

http://www.pneumaticdepot.com/images/PA.png

Would tapping the housing with a 2 or 3 port fitting do the job as well?
http://www.nycoil.com/Fittings/p54411big.jpg


I know you zilvians. ;) Let's not worry about the why's and what not. Just want to know these general thoughts when using push lock fittings.

I run silicone lines and they work just fine. Just looking improve the looks by using stainless steel fittings and tuck these lines, by running these hardlines.

jr_ss
06-27-2013, 03:24 PM
Generally those polyurethane/ethylene hoses are not rated to be around extreme heat and it can get quite hot in there.

Why would you have a T at the comp housing? Generally, you'd have your source go to the waste-gate solenoid, then the "controlled" vac source from solenoid to the waste-gate. Otherwise, you'll be running waste-gate pressure without the option of controlling it.

EnemyS15
06-27-2013, 04:06 PM
I saw a kit made for turbo applications that has lines that will withstand the heat. Just don't know of its worth the hassle redoing the lines.

Ty for pointing that out. I meant to say t to wg and boost gauge.

jr_ss
06-27-2013, 04:15 PM
Personally, I'd have the boost reference off the intake manifold. Just because your turbo is making X psi doesn't mean your motor is seeing that. There are pumping losses and pressure drops to take into account, which having your boost reference there would not account for.