July 16, 201510 yr Hi, I just acquired an 87 GL-10 turbo wagon. Sadly the seller was an unscrupulous b*stard and lied about the condition of the engine and turbo. I will be checking compression and replacing head gaskets but another issue is the turbo. There is a crack in the flange on the exit side and a vacuum actuated level (not sure what it is) doesn't move. I can't find any info on a place to get a reman not do I see any on eBay. Just wondering if anyone has a lead. I will likely be posting more as I get along with the project. Thanks!
July 16, 201510 yr Can you post a pic of the lever you're talking about? If its the wastegate valve, good luck moving that by hand... And a crack in an exhaust flange near the turbo isn't so unusual, nor will it cause too many problems. Especially if its after the turbo. Just take the chance to modify the dump pipe to include venting the wastegate
July 17, 201510 yr Author Thanks for the reply, wagonist. That makes me feel better. I'm new to the forum so I'll look up how to post pics... doesn't seem there is a direct upload here but I'll fid something. Yes, the crack is in the exhaust flange but runs up to where the impeller is. I was afraid it might mess with the operation of the impeller but maybe not. I'm sure you are correct on it being the wastegate and I'm glad I'm not supposed to make that move by hand! I will also look up information on the mod you suggest. The whole engine is out of the car so why not?! Thanks again for the quick reply.. thought I posted something last night but obviously not. Ooo.. might have figured up the pic thing, lets try.
July 18, 201510 yr I worry about mild steel welch plugs in side of turbo and whether they ever rust through ..... hmm, cracks in turbo, turbo has water in it, one of my turbos gets white creeping tide marks on the outside. I fear it is a water leak of some kind .... like lime creep on brick work !
July 18, 201510 yr That crack in there isn't a good thing. Probably let's exhaust gas flow trough it and as it's that bad probably coolant too. I would definitely replace that turbo if mine would be in that condition.
August 19, 201510 yr Any ideas on where to find a replacement Turbo or remanufactured one? As, I need one too!
August 19, 201510 yr Any ideas on where to find a replacement Turbo or remanufactured one? As, I need one too! Blouch Turbo. We've used their rebuilt products for years. Excellent quality and decent prices (compared to new). http://www.bptstore.com/Upgrades-Rebuilds_ep_43.html Emily
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