Before the flames come out I've done some searching only to get conflicting results. I am looking to confirm whether a boost controller (namely a profec spec b 2) can get a permit to make it legal. My concern is insurance rather than the ability to sneak it through the pits.

the reason I ask is I need a new boost solenoid (probably), my options:
1) stock solenoid $360 from scoobydo
2) aftermarket controller $400 + tune which I want anyway.

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never had a problem with insurance, given that its a boost solenoid which is similar size to the stock OEM unit and the controller can be hidden away (or removed easily if required)

Get a second hander from Jws?

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get the controller + tune. or if your getting a verso tune just get another boost solenoid (denso) or somesort. speak to sean.

I dont know about others, but i have had no problem with my boost controller when going over the pits.

Got a yellow, took it to the Welshpool pits, inspector had a thorough look under the bonnet, inspector took it for a drive (with me in passenger) and nothing was said about the solenoid or the controller itself.

I am running a GReddy profec b spec II. Solenoid is bolted to the drivers side firewall (very visible) and the controller is mounted in the plastic tray thing that sits above (or in some models, below) the cd player in an MY03.

I dont think you will have a problem passing the pits with it. Insurance on the other hand, im not too sure with that side of things.

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"Wrong fitment".

Your insurance should be valid if you tell them ALL of your mods and they are all road legal....of course that depends on if your insurance company will insure anything modified.

From an insurance point of view aftermarket boost controllers are seen as an instant decline on insurance from some companies. This means the insurer will not insure a car with this mod.

Your best bet is to call your insurer and find out what the company guidlines are for Mods and what they cover and what they will not cover.

Insurance companies have to assess risks associated with mods. From what im aware in an insurance point of view,
Boost controllers = More Power
More power = Higher speeds
Higher Speed = More of a risk of total loss accidents

But as it has been stated call your insurer to confirm as they all have different guidlines concerning performance mods.

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