alphaxxn

Hey guys, I am going to start piecing together my turbocharger, and a couple of you guys are vets in the turbo world, I was wondering what do I look out for? I mean what kinda signs does a turbo show when its abused and old? tell me what to look out for and what not to get, before I buy I will always ask you guys, =D anyway, cya later.

honura

Make sure the fins are in place and they don't move side to side or up and down . Make sure the fins are not tight . thats about all I know !

westcoaststyle

It's called an impeller and a main shaft. h:

The main shaft can have a bit of of play up and down, but it's really bad for it to move in and out.

Talk to Bakeoff, I believe he did a 'budget' boost build.

igo4bmx

signs of oil around the turbo could mean possible bad seals,
check the exhaust and compressor inlets and outlets for traces of oil

SRT_Andy

Just be prepared to get what you pay for. I know several people who have bought used turbo's on Ebay and got EXACTLY what they paid for - turbo failure. Of course, oil residue inside the turbo can be an immediate sign of bearing or seal failure. Shaft play is also another sign. Every turbo has a little up and down, but like WCS said in-and-out should be reserved for the bedroom.

Another question you need to ask yourself - what is my plan for this motor?
If you're going to use it as a daily driver and not run the boost up very much, a smaller turbo would work great. If you're going to pound it at the track and make some real power, don't cheap out on the turbo and get a good one.

westcoaststyle

You're my hero, Sleeper. :wtc:

alphaxxn

Cool thanks alot guys, ill make sure to contact bakeoff when I get some time, right now im going to lunch =D ^^ Thanks again