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Discussion in 'Turbo Tech Questions' started by 97tntcobra, Jan 4, 2010.

  1. 97tntcobra

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    what are the diffrence and witch is better between a piston style and diaphram style bov?
     
    97tntcobra, Jan 4, 2010
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  2. Marty Staggs

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    Nov 27, 2008
    A Piston type usually uses O-Rings on the piston to seal itself to the bore. These can stick and/or fail.

    Diaphram types use the diaphram to lift a valve and are more reliable.
     
    Marty Staggs, Jan 4, 2010
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  3. 97tntcobra

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    Jun 19, 2006
    thank you
     
    97tntcobra, Jan 4, 2010
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  4. roozterdvx

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    Jun 24, 2005
    ...and the diaphram can tear/rupture and leak.

    both have thier pros and cons.
     
    roozterdvx, Jan 7, 2010
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