check which type you have, as there are 2 types.
1 you have to take the linkage off the actuator and adjust it(which can be hard to get back on).
the other version has an adjuster you can turn with the linkage still on the actuator(i have this type and it takes 2mins to adjust)

that pic is the type you can adjust with it still on the actuator

 

check which type you have, as there are 2 types.
1 you have to take the linkage off the actuator and adjust it(which can be hard to get back on).
the other version has an adjuster you can turn with the linkage still on the actuator(i have this type and it takes 2mins to adjust)

that pic is the type you can adjust with it still on the actuator

hi does any one have a picture of the other type? (just 4 curiosity)

cheers

star

 

check which type you have, as there are 2 types.
1 you have to take the linkage off the actuator and adjust it(which can be hard to get back on).
the other version has an adjuster you can turn with the linkage still on the actuator(i have this type and it takes 2mins to adjust)

that pic is the type you can adjust with it still on the actuator

Otherwise if you have the none adjustable one, be prepared for some loud cursing etc.

It is a bugger to get back on, as you have made the adjuster shorter. I use a pair of 'mole' grips on it and eventually got it latched on to the actuator. A lot of hassle this way, but well worth the pain and the agrovation.

Cheers
Skelo

 

how do you know how far to adjust it?

 

Mine is definately the same as the picture illustrated, so hopefully won't be cursing. I've got the mafam fitted to mine too, how much difference will it make when i adjust this? Is it as noticable as fitting the mafam itself?
Thanks, Dunny.

 

If you have the cursing type wastegate, try using a medium sized slot screwdriver to lever the linkage back over the pin, and push down on the top side with another screwdriver etc. to get it to clip into place. Finally refit the circlip (if it hasn't disappeared!)

Has worked for me several times, fairly easy when you've got the "knack"

 

Cheers guys, just done it, certainly does make a difference, just turned the lock nut 2.5 times and then the rod to match.
Thanks, Dunny.

 

Cheers guys, just done it, certainly does make a difference, just turned the lock nut 2.5 times and then the rod to match.
Thanks, Dunny.

I would turn a max of 3 whole turns, that will be approx 19psi.

I will suggest that you rip the guts out of your cat as well, You will notice a difference as well.

Cheers
Skelo

 

Having removed the guts from my cat I have noticed an increase in white smoke.

I realise the obvious is pump timing BUT is it possible that the waste gate linkage HAS been adjusted and is overfuelling the car.

I would have thought the ecu would raise a fault through over boost / fueling without a tuning box fitted BUT if someone has chipped or fiddled something to allow the car to run extra boost or fuel could this extra fuelling give the white smoke.

Sounds a long shot but I am trying to cover all the bases.

If my theory IS true then a tune am box would be the next step and should make better use of the extra fuelling.

 

Having removed the guts from my cat I have noticed an increase in white smoke.

I realise the obvious is pump timing BUT is it possible that the waste gate linkage HAS been adjusted and is overfuelling the car.

I would have thought the ecu would raise a fault through over boost / fueling without a tuning box fitted BUT if someone has chipped or fiddled something to allow the car to run extra boost or fuel could this extra fuelling give the white smoke.

Sounds a long shot but I am trying to cover all the bases.

If my theory IS true then a tune am box would be the next step and should make better use of the extra fuelling.

After adjustment to about 19psi, there is (i think) 3 full threads of adjustment left on the adjusting screw.

Now get yourself one of rons tuneams!!!

Cheers
Skelo

 

If you turn the boost up too much on a car without a tuning box you'll get fuel cutting at full throttle (to protect the engine).

I'd not go on anyone's recommendations as to how many threads are left showing on the actuator because actuators vary. The best bet is to either read the boost from the boost sensor (figures on rover-rons site). Or install a boost gauge either permenantly or temporarily.

 

I would turn a max of 3 whole turns, that will be approx 19psi.

I will suggest that you rip the guts out of your cat as well, You will notice a difference as well.

Cheers
Skelo

stupid question maybe but what way do i adjust the wastegate? not realy machanicly minded as im a joiner :shh:

 

Adjust the wastegate to increase boost pressure going into the turbo, gives more power and torque. When i adjusting mine i got the actuator pushed back on again by putting a foot pump onto it and then pumping the actuator out and just slip it on again, was really easy no cursing involved.

 

stupid question maybe but what way do i adjust the wastegate? not realy machanicly minded as im a joiner :shh:

Screw it so you have less screw thread showing, so clockwise i think.

Cheers
Skelo

 

The thing that makes me wonder is that I cant see much room to adjust the linkage any closer, making me think its already been fiddled with.

Boost guage fair enough but where is the safest point to tee into. Aren't there any spare connections or tees already fitted?

I've read the one about chopping into the line to the map sensor but dont like the idea of that.

 

why do you guys constantly struggle with wastgate linkages????

the easiest way to get hte actuator arm back over the wastegate is a pump or air line...... so stop fukin about and moaning

 

well said ricc, tee into the wastegate pipe going from the turbo to the actuator its in a u shape.

 

Hi,
I did the same today morning (I have the other type.. It took 1 hour!! :bored: ). Now I am at 1,3Bar = aprox 19psi. Isn'it too much? Can I broke something?
The strange thing is that before I modified it I tested the pressure and it was already at 1,1Bar on my 220SDi. Isn't this strange?

 

Hi,
I did the same today morning (I have the other type.. It took 1 hour!! :bored: ). Now I am at 1,3Bar = aprox 19psi. Isn'it too much? Can I broke something?
The strange thing is that before I modified it I tested the pressure and it was already at 1,1Bar on my 220SDi. Isn't this strange?

19psi is just right. Not too much and not too little.

Cheers
Skelo

 

how did you take the measure of you turbo boost? cheers

 

hmmm maybe a boost gague?

 

I need to fit a boost gauge. I turned mine up a little and now I'm getting boost cut. I've got one of rons boxes fitted which should prevent boost cut so now I'm very confused.

 

@ursus-2
boost gague However my mechanic did everything. We went to do a drive before and after the operation to make the measurement.

@E_T_V
Here too! The same!
I turned mine up a little and now I'm getting boost cut. I've got Ron Tune AM Pro boxe fitted which should prevent boost cut so now I'm very confused.
Ron, any suggestion?

 

does the boost cut bypass ned turning on at all?

 

@ursus-2
boost gague However my mechanic did everything. We went to do a drive before and after the operation to make the measurement.

@E_T_V
Here too! The same!
I turned mine up a little and now I'm getting boost cut. I've got Ron Tune AM Pro boxe fitted which should prevent boost cut so now I'm very confused.
Ron, any suggestion?

Possibly the threshold is lower on your car for some reason.

Have you tried turning the map booster control down a little (anticlockwise) this usually helps?

Ron

 

Yes, mine doesn't cut until I turn the MAP booster all the way up. Its not really a problem, just it confused me a little