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Old 23-01-2008, 03:12 PM
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Default Should I fit a turbo damper?
Am I right in thinking a turbo damper/brace supports the turbo from the valve cover, preventing vibration and flexing?

Should I fit one?

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Old 23-01-2008, 03:41 PM
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Should I fit one?
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Can't see any reason not to, only arguments FOR fitting it. Like supporting the turbo and reducing the likelyhood of loosing exh studs/nuts or even cracking the exh manifold.
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deffo fit one,not only does it stop u losing your exhaust nuts and studs,but it can rip the head apart i was told
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i think rip it apart maybe harsh mate but it can cause enough vibration and flex to crack it
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i think rip it apart maybe harsh mate but it can cause enough vibration and flex to crack it
well,i was going for the worst case,lol
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