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Quite recently, my \'pressure one way check valve\' fell apart. Thanks to Dave at TVMOT for pointing it out! You can actually see it without having to remove anything (just below the pressure tank). This affects the turbo control solenoid and turbo control actuator which requires pressure (and vacuum) to work. Meaning my 2nd turbo would not be functioning correctly.
I did not notice any ill effects, which is perhaps more an indication that I don\'t drive/get the opportunity to exercise the 2nd turbo much. It was definetly okay 2 weeks ago.
So, I wiped off my sweaty palms and removed the front strut brace and the pressure tank so I could get at the one way check valve. I was expecting it to click together but no such luck, I guess some kind of glue was used from the factory, so I used super-glue to bond the 2 halves together again.
I\'ll keep an eye on it to check all is well - I am still waiting for the glue to reach full strength, (~12-24hrs should do). Apparently it is common for the pipes to pop off the pressure tank, but I\'m not sure how common it is for the valve to fall apart.
I wonder if replacing the valve would be a better solution?
References: -
http://www.autosportracetech.com/RX-7/TurboTroubleshooting.htm#Pressure
that is a normal fail. If your happy with your repair wait till it goes again and replace
Thanks Chris, I\'ll keep an eye on it and order a new one if it fails again.
glue mine together did not last long got a new one
Quote from: chrisBoidI wonder if replacing the valve would be a better solution?
:yes :Laugh :yes