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Old Sep 29, 2007 | 10:25 PM
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Is my turbo Junk?
hi, my turbocharger seems to have shaft play up and down. if it is junk is there some where i can get a rebuild kit for it? or would it just be more worth it to upgrade to a s5 or a big single insted?
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Old Sep 29, 2007 | 10:40 PM
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Originally Posted by gear_grinder
hi, my turbocharger seems to have shaft play up and down. if it is junk is there some where i can get a rebuild kit for it? or would it just be more worth it to upgrade to a s5 or a big single insted?

I will sell you an S4 with fresh rebuild for $150. I also have am S4 with no shaft play $100. PM me your zip and I will get a shipping quote.

You sure you need it?
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Old Sep 29, 2007 | 10:41 PM
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A little play is normal , oil pressure centers it so that there is no metal to metal contact.
Are you having problems like smoking or oil usage??
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Old Sep 29, 2007 | 11:09 PM
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As mentioned, a little play is normal - oil pressure will take up the slack while running. If the turbine or compressor is touching the inside of the housing though, then you have a problem.
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Old Sep 30, 2007 | 07:32 AM
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its probly fine then, i was checking it out because one day i just coundnt hear the turbo "wistle" after i had started my setup thats in my signature.
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Old Sep 30, 2007 | 09:49 AM
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Side to side play is normal but as mentioned none of the wheels should contact the housings. Front to back play is not though, and means that the turbocharger is worn.
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Old Sep 30, 2007 | 01:22 PM
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yeah there is not front to back play just up and down
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THIS is when you know your turbo is junk!
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Old Sep 30, 2007 | 03:04 PM
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it seems like it is still fine, but rebuilds for turbochargers are really cheap if you already have it off.
*well cheaper then getting a brand new one.
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