Off Topic EGR system

[mhman]

I have a 1995 Ducato based m/hoime. Does it have an EGR valve fitted to the exhaust manifold, and if so can it be blanked to increase power/economy. Would a mOD like this affect emmissions. I think LR Discovery 200/300 TDiand ford Transit are well know for this MOD.

Thanks

 

[corkman]

I have a 1995 Ducato based m/hoime. Does it have an EGR valve fitted to the exhaust manifold, and if so can it be blanked to increase power/economy. Would a mOD like this affect emmissions. I think LR Discovery 200/300 TDiand ford Transit are well know for this MOD.

Thanks

The egr if fitted is at the righthand side of the intake manifold you will see it immediately if you lift the bonnet. The egr is to reduce nitrous oxide emissions and is currently not part of the mot.

Blanking the egr will not provide measurable improvements in power or economy unless the egr valve is clogged and stuck open usually as a result of running on rubbish fuel. It does however serve to keep the intake manifold clean but I haven't seen a problem with the ducato in this respect.

If you are intent on disabling it why not just give it a quick clean with carburettor cleaner to make sure it seating correctly and disconnect it.