[Trevor]

Originally Posted by Wreckless

Since I'm trying to really narrow down the issues with the car, I made the decision to eliminate the valve itself altogether. I don't really like simply eliminating something with such an obvious purpose if it's not necessary.

Jeff

The drastic alteration of the intake tract will completely eliminate the effect of the valve and associated intake components, which are specifically designed for a normally aspirated system. As you have decided, you a better off without it. The turbo will provide positive pressure over the range previously assisted by the valve and eliminates all the factors involved in the original set up. What is more, the valve normally depends on manifold pressure for the actual movement of the valve and this will be completely altered by the turbo.