93 Vectra
I have a 93 Vectra 35RQ with a second gen Cummins 12 valve. There is a tube coming out of the intake manifold to what I think is the air compressor. It has a broken elbow. What is this and why is i...
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eHoefler wrote:
With out further information or a picture, my best guess is, it is the fresh/clean air supply for the air compressor. Needs to be repaired ASAP! You are loosing boost pressure and getting dirty air into the compressor, both bad news.
Yes it is a Cummins 5.9 6BT.
Yes a broken hose will cause "significant" loss of boost.
I was questioning if anyone knew specifically about this connection and what is it for.
I think eHoefler nailed it that it was an easy way to get clean air for the compressor. I found it by accident and wanted to find more inf0 on it.
I thank you all for your imput. I feel more comfortable now that I believe I understand what/why it is there.
