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Wastegate actuator shot?

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Old Feb 24, 2004 | 11:14 AM
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Wastegate actuator shot?

Hi,
I have a TXS Stage4 03 WRX. Just wondering how I can test if the wastegate actuator is not working? I just switched to a used VF35 and am getting no more than 13PSI with the UTEC (I've tried several maps). With an MBC I maybe get 15psi in 3rd.
The wastegate rod is fairly easy to pull by hand.
I've checked all the vacuum lines...the restrictor is in place before the T. I was wondering if I can fit the stock actuator on the VF35 (temporarily) to see if that helps?
Thanks and hoping for some suggestions. When I plug the hose to the actuator I get 18psi. I know the stock one wouldn't fit directly...but has anyone tried this?
Thanks and hoping for ideas!

Brian
Old Feb 24, 2004 | 11:26 AM
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FWIW, the WG on my VF34 is impossibly hard to pull open by hand. So something is either loose, or broken.
Old Feb 24, 2004 | 12:16 PM
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That's what I thought! Sounds like its opening too easily!
I think I'll be ordering a replacement WG actuator then. I wanted to be fairly sure before I spend another $100.00 (I assume the stock one doesn't fit).
Thanks,

Brian
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