1987 Mercedes diesel turbo?
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1987 Mercedes diesel turbo?
Local pull apart has one i can get for 50 bucks. I searched the list of usable junk yard turbos and this one is on the list but the list says(Calf). It has an external wastegate. This is my first turbo build and I'm wanting to stay under 1500. Should I get this turbo and rebuild it or keep looking. I definitely want an external waste.
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Thanks man. That's what I was looking for a simple explanation. Thanks for not assuming. This is my first build using FI. I'm 43 years old and have to many builds. I have always messed with old stuff. I got tired of carbs and motorcycle so I bought a 91 miata. Not looking to make a monster just a reliable fun car. I'm going to do it myself. That's the point.
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As a broad generalization, the actual turbocharger itself is one of the least expensive parts of a comprehensive turbo build.
So simply ask the question: "Is this specific turbo the one that I want to base my whole build around?"
So simply ask the question: "Is this specific turbo the one that I want to base my whole build around?"
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If you have the skills to weld your own manifold and downpipe, then by all means use any obscure turbo your heart desires.
if you want an off the shelf manifold and dp setup that you can simply bolt on to your engine and enjoy life, then no, dont use that turbo.
I would personally recommend go with a 2554 or 2560 Garrett. Or a sr20det t25 or t28 turbo. These are good performers and super common.
why must you have an external Wastegate on a stock 1.6? I zero reason to use an ewg turbo. Unless you want the threw the hood dump pipe tractor look.
if you want an off the shelf manifold and dp setup that you can simply bolt on to your engine and enjoy life, then no, dont use that turbo.
I would personally recommend go with a 2554 or 2560 Garrett. Or a sr20det t25 or t28 turbo. These are good performers and super common.
why must you have an external Wastegate on a stock 1.6? I zero reason to use an ewg turbo. Unless you want the threw the hood dump pipe tractor look.
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