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Originally Posted by MOVOVR951 View Post
THE ROTHMANS 956s had BOVs that vented to atmosphere....I wouldn't consider that "ricer" since it was 20 years ago. Turbo XS RFL bov for the 1.8t audi fits fine and with the right spring holds boost well. I have never had any problems with the set up. No unfiltered air. No crazy readings. Much stronger than the factory one. Several track cars around here run the same setup. 6 years and 30+ track days and still holding perfect. My 2cents ....
Here's the thing: There's zero performance difference between a well sorted diverter valve setup and a well sorted BOV setup. None.

However, with a flapper-type AFM (or even a MAF), there's no way for the ECU to meter accurately when the valve does vent. The purpose of the diverter valve is to ensure that metered air does not escape from the manifold. Unless you're running a MAP sensor based ECU, there's no way to accurately meter for fuel when a BOV vents and you _will_ run rich during those times.
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