KC Boost Leak Detector - Powerstroke, Cummins
KC Boost Leak Detector - Powerstroke, Cummins
KC Boost Leak Detector - Powerstroke, Cummins
KC Boost Leak Detector - Powerstroke, Cummins
SKU 300852
IN STOCK
KC Boost Leak Detector
Features & Details:
- Milton M-style/D or I/M Industrial Connector
- Billet Aluminum
- PSI Gauge for Easy Check
- Shut-Off Valve
And a choice to choose from:
- 4" turbo inlet boot connector for MOST applications (Powerstroke/Cummins)
- 3.5" turbo inlet boot connector for OBS/e99 (typically for upgraded turbos)
- 3" turbo inlet boot connector for OBS/e99 (typically for stock size turbos)
Description:
Boost leaks big and small can rob your engine of power, spike EGT's and effect the overall performance of your diesel truck.
Even the most skilled installers can create a boost leak somewhere in the system. This detector fits on the inlet of the turbo. You will use your current clamp for your air intake to connect this detector to the turbo. Pressurize the system all the way on the gauge with an air compressor, and then close the fill valve. The needle should take about 45 seconds to drop down to zero. If it goes faster, you might have a leak. Often times the boost leak will make a loud squeal and then you will have to chase it down with your ear. Putting soap and water in a spray bottle can help you find slow boost leaks. Just spray the solution on boots, intake manifold gaskets and any other connection point to visualize the air leaking.
*May Require Modification to use on a 6.4
***Please note that there is no warranty on any DIY products***
Great way to hunt down boost leaks, especially the mid to higher pressure leaks. Those can be evasive with no alternatives I know of on a ZF6 platform (you shouldn’t have a buddy rev it - you’ll shoot your eye out kid) or torch a clutch. The fan wash and noise would be enough to mask most leaks. If your plenum is the culprit then good luck on the billy bob method.
5 stars on the products and support but make sure you clean the inlet port well on the turbo if you have to pressurize over 15-20 psi. Would be a game changer to have another tension clamp with this kit instead of using the inlet screw clamp. With all precautions taken I had to hold my breath and grit my teeth as I watched the boost tester act like it wanted to pop off around 20psi. Maybe I’m a dumb hair lip - all suggestions appreciated in case I FUBAR’d it. Great tool, saves time.
2002 7.3 KC300X Stage 1 turbsky.
KC Turbos - Making the 7.3 Great Again!
My tuck is a 1000 × better thank for the upgrade.
Found where the leak was on the truck where the turbo was concerned and was a quicker way to find the turbo leak then it would be the other way great value for the price
Found boost leak immedietly with this kit.
needed to go buy a 1" nipple and 90 degree elbow so I could see the gauge when it was hooked up to my 01 7.3
It found a leaky hose fitting and block off plug with small leaks.