Oil in my IC?
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The only way to get oil in the intercooler is past the turbo seals into the compressor side, or through the PCV tubing, into the intake tubing and through the compressor. Chances of it being the PCV are pretty slim, welcome to the world of needing new turbos. The smoke on startup is likely leakage into the turbine side blown out the exhaust.
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Small amounts of oil in the IC do not mean you need new turbos. The way the system is designed, you will always get a small amount of oil into the intake system.
Now, if you are getting large amounts, I would agree with you.
Now, if you are getting large amounts, I would agree with you.
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Most turbo cars will spit some oil in to the intake piping. Magazines like Option and YV have articles about cleaning your I/C when this happens so don't worry it is a common thing.
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