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Old Apr 30, 2007 | 09:54 PM
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Default Turbo Re-Build kits ?

What do people think of them?

If a turbo has suffered from oil-starvation, is a re-build kit a viable solution?

What it need to be done by an expert ?
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Old May 1, 2007 | 11:58 PM
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If its had oil starvation i doubt very much if its salvageable by anyone!

Only really good for melting down i expect
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shaft will probably be scored, the compressor back plate will probably be worn from running dry etc
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