Specific Product Information:
GFB Atomic Boost Controller Case Study
The Atomic has earned a reputation as being one of the most reliable and effective manual boost controllers on the market, boasting a repeatable and steady boost curve, quick rise rate, and great bang-for-buck!
The Atomic Boost Controller was tested on an MY02 Subaru WRX (whose only mods were a turbo-back exhaust) back-to-back with the factory controller. A base-line power run was performed with the factory boost control, and the boost level was measured at the same time. The Atomic was then installed and set to the same peak boost level of 0.9bar (13.2 psi) so that the spool-up time could be accurately compared before and after the installation.
The dyno graph shows the Atomic boost curve in green, and the factory curve in blue. 4th gear is used for both tests, and proof that the Atomic was set to the same peak level is seen towards the end of the chart as the two curves meet. However, notice the massive gains down low in the rev range, as much as 18kW (23.4hp) AT THE WHEELS!
This increase in power shows that the Atomic allows the boost to rise significantly earlier than the factory controller, which on the road represents much better acceleration from a whopping 1700RPM earlier in the rev range. All this WITHOUT exceeding the factory peak boost level, and for a pocket-money price!
It is important to note that the MY01-02 (MY02-03 in the US, GDA chassis) model responds very well to this modification, because the factory boost mapping is very conservative in an attempt to keep the torque curve flat and the power delivery linear (which totally kills the feeling that you are driving a turbo!). Note of course that boost can be increased above the factory level for more power gains, but the purpose of this experiment was only to show the improved spool-up potential on this particular model WRX.
So, if you want your GDA WRX to REALLY feel lively, fit an Atomic or Reactor boost controller for the best “bang-for-your-buck” modification you can make!
About this range:
Simple And Reliable Boost Control
Manual Boost Controllers may lack the extra features of an EBC (Electronic Boost Controller), but they get the job done!
When you need simple, reliable, set-and-forget boost control, a Manual Boost Controller is hard to beat. Installation is as simple as connecting a couple of hoses, and setup is as easy as turning the adjustment until you hit your target. Once that’s done, you can forget about it and drive your car. Being a rugged, mechanical device, it will never vary or fail, no matter how much abuse you can throw at it.
Our Manual Boost Controllers are available in two types, one is suited for conventional pneumatic wastegates, and the other is for use with vacuum-actuated VNT (Variable Nozzle Turbine)/VGT (Variable Geometry Turbine) turbos that are commonly used on diesel engines.
- Repeatable And Stable Boost Curve
- 100% Reliability, Zero Maintenance
- Easy To Install In Minutes
- Easy To Adjust, Set-and-forget
- Precision Needle Valve Bleed System, More Stable Than “ball-and-spring” Types
- Manufactured In Australia In Accordance With Iso 9001
Manufacturer: Go Fast Bits
This Item is a brand new in the box product. It is made from the highest
quality materials and made to the highest standards.
GFB WARRANTY/RETURNS POLICY:
Go Fast Bits offers a lifetime warranty on all of their parts.
Replacement products or refund (shipping included) will be provided by GFB where:
The product has a major fault
You can provide proof of purchase with the GFB receipt
The replacement of product or refund will only be issued on receipt and inspection of items deemed faulty
WHAT can be
returned?
Not all items are subject
to our standard returns policy. Items that are special order are subject to a
return policy outline between JDM Mods NQ and the customer at time of purchase.
Once a product has been
test fitted, installed or used it can no longer be returned.
Special order items from overseas
or special order will be accepted for return but a 20% restocking fee will be
applied
JDM Mods NQ Returns Policy:
Returns for this product are accepted only due to the product being
faulty from a manufacturing issue and will not be accepted for any other
reason.
All returns will be less the original or "Free Freight" cost
of the original shipping. Any returns other than a faulty product will also
incur a 10% restocking fee.
The return period for any of the above is 30
days only. All returned products must be returned in a re-sellable condition
and will be thoroughly inspected before any sort of refund is
issued. Items not meeting this standard will be returned at the BUYERS expense.
THESE TERMS & CONDITIONS ARE FINAL!
All GFB products are thoroughly inspected and
packaged with the greatest care before shipping.
**JDM MODS NQ SHIPPING
INFORMATION**
This information is VERY
IMPORTANT! Please read carefully before making your purchase!
Please note the free shipping of
3-6 business days.
We are located in Townsville North
QLD, it takes 3 days to Brisbane, 3-6 to NSW, ACT & VIC, 6-10 TAS & SA
and 10-14 WA & NT for free freight! Please be aware of that when taking the
free freight option which is just standard road freight.
Please note: Once your item is
shipped with a tracking number, you the buyer are solely responsible to track
your item, not us. If you contact us beyond 30 days for a missing parcel you
will need to contact the shipping company and lodge a claim.
Express freight is available for
some bulky or oversized items. Please check the listing to confirm.
If you do require express freight
and the item doesn’t list an express option then please email us for a freight
quote.
International freight for
radiators and intercoolers now have a flat rate. Due to some dishonest eBay
customers, ALL international radiator and intercooler orders
now have insurance incorporated into the price!
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THERE IS NO EXCEPTIONS!
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US! We cannot stress this enough!
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case! We will not accept a return without this being done!
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Australia Post, but some bulky items like Radiators and Intercoolers generally
use a courier service and therefor cannot be sent to a PO Box in Australia,
they will need a physical address and will need to be signed for.