do they make turbos that don't need oil lines??
01-06-2004, 08:08 PM
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do they make turbos that don't need oil lines??
i have a b18c in my 99 civic and want to build a turbo kit for it. I wondered if i can get a ball bearing turbo for it instead of an oil cooled one, if that even makes sense. ( i'm still learning ) I think that they are major $$ if i'm correct, but the spool up is quicker?
Can anyone elaborate for me?
Can anyone elaborate for me?
01-06-2004, 08:18 PM
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Re: do they make turbos that don't need oil lines?? (sivik2nr)
the turbo spins really fast and is moved by hot exhaust gases. the oil lubricates the turbo so it doesnt f up.ball bearing just spools faster. if they could make turbo without oil return lines they would.
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Re: do they make turbos that don't need oil lines?? (InTeGrA B18b1)
Actually there are self oiling units. They hold synthetic oil in there case, much like a supercharger.
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