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BMW M3 Turbo Underhood Wastegate

One of the advantages of this top-mount turbo system is the wastegate location, allowing for quick removal without getting underneath the car. It sits next to the downpipe, beneath the intake manifold, which is heat-shielded from it. It also dumps back into the exhaust system.
Project BMW E36 M3 - Part 27

 One of the advantages of this top-mount turbo system is the wastegate location, allowing for quick removal without getting underneath the car. It sits next to the downpipe, beneath the intake manifold, which is heat-shielded from it. It also dumps back into the exhaust system.  View Related Article

 

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