FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. How long can a turbocharger last?

A properly maintained turbocharger should last as long as the engine of the vehicle where it is installed. Most of the problems with premature turbo failure are connected to one of the four dangers: inadequate oil supply, contaminated oil, high exhaust gas temperatures, and foreign objects. Problems with oil can be easily avoided by following service instructions and using high quality synthetic oils. To avoid damages of a turbocharger due to high fumes temperature, you should remember to allow adequate time for cool down. Still, there  is no way to avoid such a situation when an object hits the blades of a turbine or a compressor or any other part of a turbo, but fortunately chances for that are virtually nonexistent.

2. Should I come in with my car or just the turbo?

We do have mechanics to dismantle the turbo from the engine at reasonable rates. We'll come to you.

3. How long does it take to repair or recondition a turbocharger?

It normally takes 1-2 days provided with ex-stock spare parts. Difficulty of the repairing progress will also take into consideration

4. How much does it cost for repairing a turbocharger?

Repairs start at $325.00

5. Does it provide warranty?

Please refer to our warranty policy

6. What is/causes Shaft Play?

Shaft play is caused by the bearings in the center section of the turbo wearing out over time. When a bearing is worn, shaft play, a side to side wiggling motion of the shaft occurs. This in turn causes the shaft to scrape against the inside of the turbo and often produces a high-pitched whine or whizzing noise. this is a potentially serious condition that can lead to internal damage or complete failure of the turbine wheel or the turbo itself.

7. What is causing my turbo to sound like a sewing machine's whistle?

The "sewing machine whistle" is a distinct cyclic noise caused by unstable compressor operating conditions known as compressor surge. this aerodynamic instability is the most noticeable during a period of rapid lift of the throttle, following operation at full boost.

8. Will an intercooler help make more horsepower?

Yes, although it is only indirectly responsible for helping make more power. Since the intercooler increases the charge air density, an intercooled engine will typically make more power than a non intercooled engine with the same setup by allowing more air to be crammed into each cylinder.

9. I want to turn up my boost, is a larger intercooler necessary?

Usually it is not necessary to upgrade the intercooler when raising boost levels. The pressure drop contributed by the intercooler is proportional to its flow (CFM) squared. This relationship shows that it is highly unlikely the change resulting in loss from higher boost levels will inquire a larger intercooler. If there is a significant change however, such as 40% or 50%, then a larger intercooler may be necessary.

10. What other systems are affected by turbocharging? (Fuel, Oil, Cooling, Drivetrain, ect.)

There are several factors that must be addressed when deciding to turbocharge a previously naturally asperated engine such as: Is the current fuel delivery system capable of providing increased, adequate amounts of fuel? Is the cooling/oiling system capable of handling the extra power and consequently, extra heat that is generated by the turbo? is the clutch/transmission/drivetrain up to the task of handling the extra power? Ect.

11. What is the purpose of an oil catch tank?

An oil catch can's purpose is to catch oil blow-by gasses that can eventually create a carbon and oil sludge build-up in the intake and turbo. It's more suitable/common to use in diesel engines than gas engines.

12. Do I need to run water-cooling lines to the turbocharger?

Water provides a certain margin of safety when the engine is shut off. Thanks to engine heat, coolant normally continues to circulate through the bearing housing, thus drawing heat away from the bearings. If the car is shut down properly and the engine is allowed to cool, it is not mandatory to use water lines. Weather to use water lines depends on the convenience of plumbing the car and the vehicle's intended use.

13. Do I need any other modifications when installing an upgraded or aftermarket turbo?

Anytime you install a turbo on a naturally aspirated vehicle, or upgrade the stock turbo/turbos, it is important to upgrade the supporting factions of your car's fueling system. What needs upgrading will vary greatly from car to car; anything from injectors, to fuel pumps, or engine management, The determining factor will be the goals for your car.

14. What size turbo should I choose?

Depends on the goals you have for your car, as well as other factors such as engine strength, and engine displacement. Additionally using an extremely large turbo on a small displacement engine will make for a very short, unusable power bend.

15. What is a turbo upgrade?

Many things can be done to increase your turbo's power and efficiency. The turbo housing can be milled out, different diameter wheels can be added to increase horsepower, the wheel can be clipped to different, varying degrees to increase horsepower and response time.