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Old 04-04-09, 09:51 PM
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Difference in housings?

Is there a difference in the S4 and S5 rotor housings? Also, is there a difference between turbo and NA rotor housings? Thank you!
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Originally Posted by dsmhero
Is there a difference in the S4 and S5 rotor housings? Also, is there a difference between turbo and NA rotor housings? Thank you!
Spark plug hole spacing and threaded embossment for the knock sensor and/or block heater in cooler climates on S5 and up. Turbo and non turbo housings are identical except for the exhaust sleeve and extra coolant hole on the turbo version.
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Will I be able to run an S5 NA rotor housing in my 91 turbo motor?
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Will I be able to run an S5 NA rotor housing in my 91 turbo motor?
Yes, just remove the exhaust diffuser in exhaust port.
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Yes, just remove the exhaust diffuser in exhaust port.
Do i have to do anything about the coolant hole for the turbo? How will the turbo be water cooled?
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In addition to the hole, there is also a counterbore for an O-ring. You'll need to get a machine shop to bore that pocket into the housing. That feature usually makes it tricky if you're **** about matching the configuration of your original setup. Check the 'For Sale' section. You might find a forum member who has exactly what you need.
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Originally Posted by dsmhero
Do i have to do anything about the coolant hole for the turbo? How will the turbo be water cooled?
Im used to FDs so I apologize that I didnt take the coolant port into consideration. The above poster info is correct. Sorry for the mis information.
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