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Old Mar 12, 2013, 07:57 PM
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Evo X BOV Upgrade

So im looking about switching my FMIC and upper and lower pipes. Im also looking at replacing the BOV along with it with a used Evo X BOV. My question is, will i need a tune after the install? Im currently running the GST 91 octane basemap
Old Mar 12, 2013, 08:22 PM
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That's all HP loss prevention stuff. So no.
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Hmm. I read somewhere that because it's different, it can cause over boost
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OP you were mis-informed. Accursed is correct.
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No tune needed, you will not over boost unless your running some god awful monstrosity for a turbo. Only upgrade I see here is you'll be cooling your air a lot faster, in theory colder denser air equals more horsepower but don't expect huge gains.
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It is possible to get higher initial boost readings after switching out the junk plastic BOV for a better quality one, like Evo IX/X metal unit.

The initial peak boost will depend on a number of factors - each car will be a bit different. The GST Base Map is aimed at delivering boost levels that are about right for the majority of the bell curve. Fitting a less-leaky BOV is likely to shift you to the right on that bell curve... a bit.

It's a good idea to run data logging, and to check stuff like boost levels.

And it's easy enough to revise. See here.

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Any of you guys run a turbosmart 50/50 bov? Was thinking of picking one up cuz i cant find any cheaper evo X ones.
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Keep checking EBay - i see them a lot. Also the EVO X (and EVO IX) FS forums here. That is where i got mine cheap
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