99% of the orders placed before 3PM EST M-F are shipped the same day!

Forge Motorsport Blow Off Valve, Recirculating (http://www.oakos.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=355&Product_Code=FORBOVRECIR) - $170 Free Shipping!
Forge Motorsport Blow Off Valve, Atmosphere (http://www.oakos.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=355&Product_Code=FORBOVATMO) - $170 Free Shipping!

The recirculating BOV:
http://www.oakos.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/FORBOVRECIR.jpg
http://www.oakos.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/FORBOVRECIR01.jpg

The vented to atmosphere BOV:
http://www.oakos.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/FORBOVATMO.jpg
http://www.oakos.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/FORBOVATMO01.jpg

Sincerely,
David Kearney
Oakos Automotive
www.oakos.com
sales@oakos.com
Tel: 248.969.2207
Fax: 248.969.4950

BUMP!
cool vendor!

dorifto88, thanks for the bump! :)

-Dave

any pics? sound files?

I'm working on the pics, they should be up soon. I'll see what I can do for sound files. The last time I tried to get the mic working on my laptop I was unsuccessful.

-Dave

I got the pics posted!

-Dave

sweet.. what kind of sounds does the recirculating one make?

I just got them yesterday so I haven't had a chance to play with them yet. :D
Considering that, just like the stock BOV, it doesn't vent to atmosphere I'd figure it is somewhat similar to stock, probably pretty mild.

-Dave

hey david, im very interested, but i have a question. i've gone through many BOVs and the only on that did not flutter while shifting normally at partial boost was the HKS. i got fed up with the other ones i used that fluttered every time i let off the gas while normal driving. does this do that as well, or is it a real, full "swoosh" sound 100% of the time?

bump for a great vendor :)

i'd be interested in hearing how the vented one sounds like; might sell my blitz and get this one :devil:

iloveturbos, I'm honestly not sure. I don't have any first hand experience (yet) with these BOV's. You might be better off sticking with the HKS until I get some first hand experience with these.

300ZX6R, Thanks! :) I'll see what I can do on those sound clips.

-Dave

Any of the sound clips?? Also are there any side effect of venting to atmosphere vs recirc??

Still no sound clips. The laptop that I am trying to get the mic working on has definitely seen better days. :) I will see if I can borrow a laptop or find an alternative method to record the sound.

Venting to atmosphere will have an affect on the car. What happens is that the MAF sensor (the sensor mounted in the air filter box) measures the amount of air entering the engine, when the BOV vents some of this "metered" air to the atmosphere the ECU doesn't know to compensate for the lost air and it can result in a rich condition momentarily. Of course, venting to atmosphere is what creates the loud "Pssst" sound that some people are looking for.

I prefer and would recommend the recirculating BOV for anyone in need of a BOV that is capable of flowing more air than the stock valve and isn't changing the BOV mainly for the sound.

If any of this isn't clear or you have any other questions please feel free to ask. :)

-Dave

Well causing a rich condition for a second shouldn't hurt anthing correct? I would like to get the sound but not at the expense of my engine. I dont really have more air I am flowing..yet. Just looking for the sound.

Bump...

Great vendor

F22, Most people running aftermarket BOV's are venting them to the atmosphere. Engine reliability should not be sacrificed at all.

modvp, Thanks! :D

-Dave

I've got a Forge Atmospheric and love it.

Don't let anyone tell you it will hurt your engine. I've had it on for about 20,000km and its seen all conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, salt..). I autoX alot too, so its gets a workout probably blowing off 10-15 times per run.

It was easy to install, and its easy to service. I take it apart to clean it every 3 months or so. Its very simply designed.

I have a 15sec video clip (~5Mb) but no way to host or email it. If anyone has an FTP I can load it to I can post it.


-Pete

If the forge recirc is at all louder than stock, I'd buy it in a heartbeat...

Good deal - order placed for recirculating.

As soon as I found out it's louder than stock, I'll buy the recirc :-D

Pete, Thanks a lot for your input. I PM'ed you about hosting that video file. :)

Schleppy, I am not sure if the recirculating BOV is louder than the stock piece or not. Maybe jehcpa will be nice enough to give us some feed back once he gets his BOV installed. :D

jehcpa, Thanks a lot for your order! Your BOV will be shipped out later today. I will send you a shipment confirmation email and tracking number after it goes out. :)

-Dave

I got it for improved BOV performance given the other mods I have lined up - but will be glad to post information on any rice attributes. :) I have never even heard the stock one so if I hear this one it will by definition be louder.

Ive got a forget atom, and i love it, but it does flutter.

I just called Forge and they said that the recirculating valve is definately louder than stock, just not as loud as the atmosphere one...

I just ordered the Recirc :-)

Thanks for an awesome price!!

-Sean

AdsWRX, Thanks for the input.

Sean, Thanks a lot for your order! I will get your BOV shipped out in just a little while from now. BTW, you got the last recirculating valve we have in stock. :)

-Dave

Here is a video clip that gives a good idea of how the atmospheric Forge BOV sounds. Thanks a lot for the vid Chunky_Chicken! :)

http://www.oakos.com/wrx/gallery/videos/MOV00048.zip

I couldn't get the vid to work without zipping it (I'm feeling a little CHMOD impaired right now) so to view it just download it, unextract it, and view. :)

-Dave

The recirculating valves are now back in stock!

-Dave

any sound clip for the recirc bov?

bump!

Anyone with the recirculating valve that could comment would be very much appreciated.

I will as soon as my Vishnu TMIC arrives.

IronChefWRX, sorry, no sound clips yet.

lstepnio, we've sold a few of them so hopefully someone (like jehcpa :)) will give us some feedback once they get them installed.

jehcpa, that would be great, thanks! :)

-Dave

bumping, anyone install the recirc value that could comment?

Do you accept paypal?

Paypal payments are welcome. Our payment address is sales@oakos.com. :)

-Dave

Do you have the replacement (different strength) spring kits for the Forge 100% atmos valves? I have one and it has always fluttered when it vents at partial boost. No problem if you are running an MBC that gives full boost at part throttle but I have gone back to stock boost control and I almost never hear it vent now (I have an auto trans so it vents much less frequently than a manual anyway).

Dale

Dale,
I talked to Forge about getting extra springs. I should be getting a few extra sets with the next order but that probably isn't for a few weeks yet. If you need the spring soon you may want to try contacting Forge directly, their phone number is: 321.689.0982.

-Dave

The price for the BOV's will be going up to $169.95 Shipped on Monday. If you want one at $150, get it now! :)

-Dave

Dang exchange rates - this weak dollar is going to break importer modders' bank accounts!

At any price the recirculating is the way to go and Oakos delivers!

I apologize for not returning with feedback sooner.

The recirculating looks and sounds great!

Hate to put in the but... but truth in advertising - it is larger than stock so on some aftermarket IC's like my Vishnu it may be a tight fit. It does fit but it does also rest on the intake - there have been no adverse effects to the BOV or other components.

It is a slight possibility that with some other over-sized IC's that it will not fit if the IC was only spec'd to make sure the stock valve fits. Practice due diligence.

Ed.

Ed,
Thanks a lot for your input! :)

-Dave

The new pricing is now in effect. The price is $5 lower than I initially thought it would be. The BOV's are now Free Shipping!, that covers UPS Ground anywhere in the continental U.S.

-Dave

We are pleased to be supplying Forge products & valves to Oakos if you need any assistance with the
new Forge direct number 407 447 5363 if you need any help with valves

also heres a sound clip http://www.forgemotorsport.com/bov.wav

Thanks a lot fellas! :)

Likewise, we are very happy to be carrying Forge's great products.

Also, thanks for the sound clip.

-Dave

Originally posted by Forge Motorsport
We are pleased to be supplying Forge products & valves to Oakos if you need any assistance with the
new Forge direct number 407 447 5363 if you need any help with valves

also heres a sound clip http://www.forgemotorsport.com/bov.wav

I listened to this clip. You did not mention whether this was recirculating or atmospheric. I figure it is an atmospheric one, is this correct? Thanks.

Originally posted by WhiteWRX2002


I listened to this clip. You did not mention whether this was recirculating or atmospheric. I figure it is an atmospheric one, is this correct? Thanks.

Doh
sorry ..........yes the sound clip is the atmo valve

Thanks for clearing that up. :)

-Dave

The atmospheric BOV's are now back in stock.

-Dave

Got any sound clips of the recirc bov???

Buy from Oakos, these guys have insanely good customer service!

Schleppy or anyone else with the recirc bov.

How loud is it compared to the audio clip of the atmosphere version? Would you say it is just like stock?

Also how much psi can these handle?

Fajaah, Sorry, I don't have any sound clips of the recirc BOV yet. There is a video and a sound clip of the atmo valve further up in this thread.

Schleppy, Thanks a lot for the compliment!! :D

dust12, I don't have any first hand experience with the recirc BOV but all the feedback that I have gotten is that it is louder than the stock valve but not as loud as an atmo valve. These valves can handle more PSI than your engine can. :)

-Dave

Thanks Dave - good to know about the PSI because I'm thinking of upgrading to a turbo that can handle more then 20 psi which is the the limit of the stock bov.

You are very welcome. If you have any other questions, just ask! :)

-Dave

Bump for a friendly, quickly responding vendor

Thanks a lot for the bump QA Guy! :)

-Dave

The BOV's will be making the final step to $170 on Monday. If you want one at $164.95 shipped do it now! :)

The free shipping offer will still be valid at the new price.

-Dave

Does Forge have a flange to weld onto my Greddy fmic piping?

I have no idea. I will be in contact with them to see what I can figure out. :)

-Dave

Thanks. Free bump!

Thanks for the bump. :)

I am hoping to have an answer for you tomorrow. I'll report back here with what I find out.

-Dave

Still no sound clips of the recirc valve, eh? I'll bet you'd sell a ton of these if you can get a clip and it sounds good. *hint* *hint* ;)

Thanks for the hints. I'll see if I can get a clip soon. I was having trouble getting my laptop to record sound clips, but now I have a MiniDV digital camcorder and a IEEE1394 card to transfer the A/V to the computer so now I just need to put on of the recirc valves on my car. ;)

-Dave

The BOV's are running low, there is only two of each type left here. I ordered more, but I'm not sure if they will get here before these go out of stock.

-Dave

We got a another shipment of the BOV's yesterday so we now have plenty in stock for a while. :)

-Dave