Date: Tue, 21 Mar 2000 18:59:02 -0000 From: "Simon" <smturnernopsamm.net> Subject: Re: Removing turbo
Go to www.nospam.net "Tips and hints" section, there is a guide to removing and rebuilding the Turbo yourself if you so wish. There is also a link to TurboTechnics the U.K.'s largest supplier of new and recon Turbos. Simon. <wkreijanovskynopsamoun.com> wrote in message news:38dbc5f3.76530573nopsam.loudoun.com... > On Tue, 14 Mar 2000 21:35:45 -0000, "simonj" <simonjnopsamzz.net.spambuster> > wrote: > > I need to replace the turbocharger from my 9000t16 2.0 1987. From > looking at the car it would appear that the radiator/oil > cooler/condenser/intercooler and A\C compressor all need removing in order > to have reasonable access to the various fastenings on the turbo unit. Is > this the case, and can anyone give me any tips on doing this job. > Also can anybody recommend a source for a recon turbo in the UK, > preferably North West. > > > Thanks in anticipation, > > S J :-) > > > You need to disconnect the AC compressor from the mount and set it to the side > and you may also wish to remove the AC mount. > From under the car, disconnect the oil return and the brace. Disconnect the oil > supply line and gently pull it up, but just enough to allow clearance for the > turbo and manifold. Remove the header from the turbo and let it hang. > Disconnect the hoses from the inlet side and push them away or remove them. > Unbolt the manifold from the head and remove the manifold and turbo together. > That was the nervy point for me as I invariably snap a few of the maniford bolts > but they came out without a problem. I didn't remove the radiator and was still > able to get the turbo out. You have to be patient and twist just right as the > clearances are slight. > > I don't know of any sources in the UK for a rebuilt turbo. I got a rebuild kit > from Turbo City (www.turbocity.com) for about $90 USD (about 57.50 GBP) but > they also carry rebuilt units. What they do not have is online ordering. > > BTW why do you have to replace the turbo? > >