Tweezer Reprise

The install, start to finish, took approximately 45 minutes for both valves. While no instructions were supplied, I managed to figure out what was going on with only one phone call to Stratmosphere (to confirm the use of the plastic tie-straps to hold vaccum tubing to the T-connector --thanks Bob!). Tools required: Flat Screw Driver, 9/32 wrench (for hose clamps), and some tin snips (for the machined stock clamps).
OLD DIVERTERS IN PLACE:
<img src="http://people.we.mediaone.net/ansmccarty/Old%20Diverters%202.jpg">


HERE'S A NICE SIDE-BY-SIDE COMPARISON. THESE NEW VALVES RAWK!!!
<img src="http://people.we.mediaone.net/ansmccarty/New%20vs.%20Old%203.jpg">

AND FINALLY...
<img src="http://people.we.mediaone.net/ansmccarty/New%20Valves%20in%201.jpg">

Only acrued minor injuries due to small space issues. Most difficult aspect: getting the downward facing port into its proper tubing completely: tight space + tight fit = knuckle buster! Definately doable for anyone in this forum..

Noticeable performance change? Nothing major, but for sure a modest decrease in turbo lag.

HOWEVER, I would like to state for the record that I performed this mod PURELY for "preventative" aspects only. I was not expecting any performance gains in any way shape or form. I have decided to take this approach for the next few mods I will complete (UUC driveline stablizer, mud flaps etc).

Until next time, stealing my wifes:

Ajay6

do they make the "Psss...." noise like those HKS BOVs when you release the gas?

timcar

I know from everything I've heard and read there shouldn't be, but considering the sometimes-medieval reactions from AoA and/or individual dealers, has anyone had any real experiences with this issue?

Tweezer Reprise

no Pssss-ing so far as i could tell!!

JimOB

I presume that you bought the valves from Stratmosphere? How much?

AeroSmith

Where can I buy some?

Pete @ Stratmosphere

<ul><li><a href="http://www.stratmosphere.com/forge_valves.htm">Stratmosphere Forge Diverter/Dump Valves for the 2.7 Bi-Turbo</a></li></ul>