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Old Aug 13, 2018 | 05:22 PM
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Rebuilt turbo problems

Replaced turbo with rebuilt unit, drove about five miles lost boost. After inspection found the wastegate valve rod was disconnected. I reinstalled the rod but think that it maybe out of adjustments. Now the boost fluctuates, not really sure what’s going on. I don’t have any turbo experience.

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James
Old Aug 13, 2018 | 07:19 PM
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You should contact whoever sold you the defective turbo.
Old Aug 13, 2018 | 08:48 PM
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Thanks for the sound advise! I’m working with them now. However, I’d rather not take the turbo off if there is a way to adjust on the car.
Old Aug 14, 2018 | 09:18 AM
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OK I did find some info on adjusting the wastegate rod, but not a hard core measurement. Look at the last step.
http://westersgarage.eidnet.ca/LNF_Turbo_Restrictor.pdf
Is there a way to put air pressure to the can ? Not saying this is the problem, but it is a possibility the diaphragm in it has a small leak. With some air pressure on it, spray soapy water and see/look for bubbles.
Rough to diagnose not being there.
Old Aug 14, 2018 | 08:07 PM
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Thanks for the sound advise! I’m working with them now. However, I’d rather not take the turbo off if there is a way to adjust on the car.
Understand that, I just replaced my turbo, what a pain!! But if you start tinkering with it, you may find that they will not honor any warranty.
Old Aug 14, 2018 | 08:25 PM
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I sent them pictures of the rod, not connected to the valve. If I’m not allowed to reconnect and adjust, I shouldn’t be dealing with them. I don’t want to take it off if it’s not necessary.
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