Version 5 STI Boost Solenoid Plumbing...?

[scooby-wrx]

Hey guys,

I recently bought a 99 V5 STI and noticed (while cleaning) the boost solenoid valve is not plumbed in... Can anyone add some pics showing the route of the hoses please?

Its only running 7 psi, so this may be the cause - no restrictor pill either... Perhaps solenoid is not required with a G1 / G2 link?

Cheers guys

[boon]

The guy said in the auction that it boost cuts if it goes over 7psi, or something along those lines. So get it checked out.

Since you have a Link, get a 3-port MAC valve and enjoy the super awesome boost control it gives you.

[rex7]

Just check my car, that hose has been blocked off, should go to turbo actuator and turbo outlet port with T fitting, another hose on the solenoid (straight hose) go to intake manifold.

[scooby-wrx]

boon you're quite right, however I got the impression the previous owner didn't know much about the car at all... He owned it its it' original form, sold it to a mate (who did all mods) then he bought it back. Its cuts on 7psi too, not sure if its fuel or boost related. Will get to the bottom of it soon.

 rex7 said:

Just check my car, that hose has been blocked off, should go to turbo actuator and turbo outlet port with T fitting, another hose on the solenoid (straight hose) go to intake manifold.

Fantastic, thanks very much! Really appreciate it mate.

Edited August 13, 2014 by scooby-wrx

[Marky]

I wouldn't

The link may not even be using that solenoid

Worst thing is when a car gets tuned with a standalone ECU, then messed with afterwards. It might only be tuned to 7psi as a run in tune or something - you just don't know yet

[rex7]

not sure Link G1/G2, G4 i got before was using factory solenoid, my frd v6 was having similar problem before, at the end it's bronze fuel solenoid in that picture didn't hook up properly, may be double check for that.