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Old Sep 2, 2017 | 05:19 PM
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Default Re: Fixed SC pulley ?

Originally Posted by amx1397
yes we have a bypass valve,,When the throttle is opened and the supercharger is called on to produce boost, the bypass valve closes off the re-circulating air thereby forcing all the boosted air into the engine. when let off the throttle the bypass opens. this is on MB World jim
Mercedes turbos yes.
Where is the valve on the SC system? Your so called valve is the clutch.
The SC clutch cuts out, that is why you can hear it winding up when you put your foot down hard, as the clutch engages at that time.
That's the way I see it anyway.
 
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