Ricer4life15

i noticed in the faq there was a post about buying a used jrsc, but what about a turbo? if i buy a used turbo, what do i need to look for to make sure that it is in as good of shape as the seller claims? Im a little new to this, but i want to do my research.......


Modified by Ricer4life15 at 4:45 AM 7/15/2005

PrettyLude

things like a turbo, i would just buy a new one, you will never know the condition of one, unless you are good friends with the seller

Ricer4life15

alright, well i was hoping for some more input.........anyway, i was planning on purchasing this garrett gt28r from yehiknowrite off of honda-tech......here is the link to his ad.........

http://hondamarketplace.com/zerothread?id=1304033

there is a stud that has to be replaced, but other than that he claims it to be mint condition.........any opinions?

pwerbnd

The turbo could have shaft play, then i wouldnt buy it. Wouldnt buy a used one anyways

Ricer4life15

what is shaft play? and how would i know if this has it?

PrettyLude

your not gonna know it unless the seller tells you, or you can see the turbo before buying it, shaft is if you can wiggle the shaft around

fllwyb

Did you see the of the exhaust side is very dark? It has a 1 broken bolt stuck in there. With that price, you could buy a new one with one of the venders here $50 more.

RACINTWEEK

reading pwns me

Boosted Power

Yup, check for broken bolts, studs and shaft play. Look for signs of seal failure. Spots where there are excessive oil that stand out from the rest.