Okay my timing is bang on. Bruce Hummel just stopped over and verified that the timing is correct, yet we can't solve my problems.
It spools VERY slow, don't tell me it's the turbo - b/c it's not even hitting boost until 4,000 RPMs. Full boost is achieved by 4,500 RPMs.
In first gear it holds boost fine, but in 2nd gear it falls down to 6psi at a good rate. But holds 6psi. 3rd gear I don't know.
I verified the plugs are gone - okay try a new set Friday when I get paid. I doubt highly that's causing my boost to fall off.
The WG arm is hitting the oil feed line. My guess is the can is just not strong enough to hold the arm closed, include in the fact it's got a source that's preventing it to stay open - that causes extra resistance on the arm. That could cause the boost to fall off. But why in only 2nd gear??? Here's a few pics of how I had to set it up:
I'm very proud of myself to have getting this far. First time pulling the head by myself. I'm glad I got it running and even the timing is right. But I want it to run well.
I really need help guys. Throw any ideas out. I especially need anyone who's swapped in a T3/T04B with a stock '88 Garrett WG can with braided steel lines. Anyone?
-Bryan