You have got to be kidding me...

[lk250f]

200 miles on my new turbo. Can someone tell me if this is what i think it is?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yuvqzxGCLY&feature=plcp&context=C39afb6cUDOEgsToPDskL44xDXg1JXWwfY2xZsvdUA

[Proven]

Check all your connections before and after the turbo. Sounds like a whine / whistle created by vacuum. Also, if you have a BOV (aftermarket) the spring inside or setting might be to low and it's slightly opening.

Also, if I'm correct you got a new turbo and inlet? If so make sure all the holes for the breather lines on the inlet are secure and/or not leaking.

[MattBear]

i hope that its something simple :(

[lk250f]

I checked it and all the connections seem to be on there. I got a new turbo cartridge and turbo inlet pipe. Aftermarket silicone. I did notice one thing. A black rubber hose coming off of the TIP was crushed. See the outlet right before the coupling? That hose looked crushed.
http://ecsmotorsports.com/images/agencypower/apwrxintakepipe4a.jpg

[Got Insulin?]

Why don't you define what it is exactly that you think is wrong? Have you removed and then replaced relevant lines? Boost-leak tested the car?

[lk250f]

My first thought was a blown turbo. No i just noticed and was not sure if there was a concrete way to diagnose the issue with just a video. I am taking it into the shop tomorrow but want some piece of mind.

[jpalamar]

Google how turbo car works, the Google common symptoms of boost leaks, then search for the leak.

[EklipzGSXkid]

Is it a subaru? It sounds exactly like a blown off ic pipe/cracked ic. Symptoms would be no boost/very laggy not full boost, and a white like your video. Also seen another car like this with a brand new turbo, but his the inside of his cat broke apart and got completly lodged ''sideways'' , restricting the flow. symptoms were 2psi of boost, and a very similiar sound.

[lk250f]

Is it a subaru? It sounds exactly like a blown off ic pipe/cracked ic. Symptoms would be no boost/very laggy not full boost, and a white like your video. Also seen another car like this with a brand new turbo, but his the inside of his cat broke apart and got completly lodged ''sideways'' , restricting the flow. symptoms were 2psi of boost, and a very similiar sound.

This is a subaru. There seemed to be a rattle coming from the exhaust. I thought it was a heatshield. But it could be shrapnel stuck in the cat... I will have to see tomorrow.

[SHOdude]

Get rid of it, this is 2 major issues with the car and you haven't had it for that long I would sell it before you put too much money into it or fix the boost leak and if that doesn't work set it on fire and cast it back to the hell it came from

[jpalamar]

Get rid of it, this is 2 major issues with the car and you haven't had it for that long I would sell it before you put too much money into it or fix the boost leak and if that doesn't work set it on fire and cast it back to the hell it came from

Coming from the guy that bought a tard of a Supra lol. Had to

[SHOdude]

Coming from the guy that bought a tard of a Supra lol. Had to

I <3 my poopra and he paid good money for dis doe I was expecting problems from $500 car lol and u juss mad cuz ur deep frier fried yo rustang yo

[jesus_ralliart]

I <3 my poopra and he paid good money for dis doe I was expecting problems from $500 car lol and u juss mad cuz ur deep frier fried yo rustang yo

what?

whatever you are trying to say.... are u really trying to come at a guy who has a z06 and u have a late 80s supra? really?

[jpalamar]

what?

whatever you are trying to say.... are u really trying to come at a guy who has a z06 and u have a late 80s supra? really?

My Mustang caught fire. it was kinda a funny comment.

[SHOdude]

My Mustang caught fire. it was kinda a funny comment.

I made a funny, or tried really hard to...:roll: I just seek approval from you jesus

[AllMotor]

New turbo? Just wondering was the turbo ever primed? before the test voyage was taken?

[lk250f]

Get rid of it, this is 2 major issues with the car and you haven't had it for that long I would sell it before you put too much money into it or fix the boost leak and if that doesn't work set it on fire and cast it back to the hell it came from
I was thinking about it. Of course have a nice Cobb AP on the way for it... I love the car, hate this problem. If i got something else it would be an Outback XT or LGT.
New turbo? Just wondering was the turbo ever primed? before the test voyage was taken?

It is not brand new in the video. It is new as in 200 miles or so. All work done at JNZ Tuning.

[AllMotor]

It is not brand new in the video. It is new as in 200 miles or so. All work done at JNZ Tuning.

Well, it's always been my rule of thumb where a turbo is new or not to make sure it's primed. Precaution never hurts. Since I don't know that shop or it's reputation. I would figure it might be best to take the car back to them and see what they say. GL
~Anthony.

[lk250f]

Well, it's always been my rule of thumb where a turbo is new or not to make sure it's primed. Precaution never hurts. Since I don't know that shop or it's reputation. I would figure it might be best to take the car back to them and see what they say. GL
~Anthony.

I am taking it to them today hopefully. Going to get the codes read first and see what they say also. Some are saying it is a leaking BPV.

[AllMotor]

I am taking it to them today hopefully. Going to get the codes read first and see what they say also. Some are saying it is a leaking BPV.


interested in seeing the results from this, btw do you have a build thread. would like to see where it started and came to.

[mcperson2k]

My Mustang caught fire. it was kinda a funny comment.

Yeah he must have missed that thread... With the french fry survivor.

[lk250f]

I got the code read. It was a P0457 which is for loose gas cap. But would make sense if this is a vacuum issue. Anyone want to look at my subie today? Going to the shop tomorrow but am curious to find out today what is wrong.

[AllMotor]

I got the code read. It was a P0457 which is for loose gas cap. But would make sense if this is a vacuum issue. Anyone want to look at my subie today? Going to the shop tomorrow but am curious to find out today what is wrong.

Not knowing your mechanical skill level I was wondering did you test for any shaft play on that turbo? side to side and back and forth.

[lk250f]

Not knowing your mechanical skill level I was wondering did you test for any shaft play on that turbo? side to side and back and forth.

No i did not. I am not that mechanically inclined. I could check for shaft play, just dont know how to get to my turbo to do so and what not.

[Rado_VR6]

So you have a car you know almost nothing about? And on top of that don't know how to diagnose some of the issues of said vehicle.

Hmmmm

[OutToWinPAHC]

I'll touch the shaft

[OutToWinPAHC]

On a serious note.... Prime, bled all the same, I hope they did not just slap that turbo on with out pre-oiling it. Instadeath

[AllMotor]

I'll touch the shaft
On a serious note.... Prime, bled all the same, I hope they did not just slap that turbo on with out pre-oiling it. Instadeath

You sir just made me spit my mt dew on my keyboard, thanks a lot. ;)

But with your second comment, that's exactly what I was thinking.

[DaBombDiggidy]

did you have the turbo primed before the car was started the first time?

oh and just take the intake off and grab the middle of hte fan with your hand. if it moves you have shaft play (bad) if its solid you are good.

[lk250f]

So you have a car you know almost nothing about? And on top of that don't know how to diagnose some of the issues of said vehicle.

Hmmmm

If i knew the issues then I would NOT be here.

[AllMotor]

did you have the turbo primed before the car was started the first time?

oh and just take the intake off and grab the middle of hte fan with your hand. if it moves you have shaft play (bad) if its solid you are good.


can't speak for Subaru turbos but I know that Garrett allows for minimal end play with their turbo's, whether it's ball bearing or journal bearing. With that being said not all shaft play is bad as long as it's in spec.

[Khellen]

oh and just take the intake off and grab the middle of hte fan with your hand. if it moves you have shaft play (bad) if its solid you are good.

It goes without saying but being that you're not mechanically inclined.....I wouldn't recommend doing this while the car is running.

http://rlv.zcache.com/youll_shoot_your_eye_out_funny_christmas_button-p145721686111875926z745k_400.jpg

Then again...chances are you won't even be able to "take the intake off" on your Subaru. Removing the turbo inlet isn't easy and a pain in the ass to get to when eveything is in the stock location.

http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/ad60/alan_buzzard/wrx300eng-bay.jpg

[AllMotor]

It goes without saying but being that you're not mechanically inclined.....I wouldn't recommend doing this while the car is running.

but if he did he could chalk it up to experienced learned. :-p

[Khellen]

but if he did he could chalk it up to experienced learned. :-p

Touche salesman....touche.

[lk250f]

It goes without saying but being that you're not mechanically inclined.....I wouldn't recommend doing this while the car is running.

http://rlv.zcache.com/youll_shoot_your_eye_out_funny_christmas_button-p145721686111875926z745k_400.jpg

Then again...chances are you won't even be able to "take the intake off" on your Subaru. Removing the turbo inlet isn't easy and a pain in the ass to get to when eveything is in the stock location.

http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/ad60/alan_buzzard/wrx300eng-bay.jpg

I would know that the wheel would not be safe to touch while running. I am not mechanically disinclined. But I cant just pop of the TIP and check for shaft play myself. Like you said its a PITA.

[psymos]

instead of taking the intake off to check shaft play, take the downpipe off...it might be easier. either way good luck man :thumbup:

[OutToWinPAHC]

Where are the turbos hidden at on these cars?

[rocknrace03]

Where are the turbos hidden at on these cars?

top left of the engine bay, while standing at the front looking in, just to the left of the intercooler

[xarchiex]

I got the code read. It was a P0457 which is for loose gas cap. But would make sense if this is a vacuum issue. Anyone want to look at my subie today? Going to the shop tomorrow but am curious to find out today what is wrong.

That code is a small evap system leak. And it is most likely not just your gascap,since you replaced the inlet. It would be the evap sensor which is located under the intake mani and alot of the time the one fitting coming off of it breaks when the inlet i removed and that would be the leak.

[psymos]

That code is a small evap system leak. And it is most likely not just your gascap,since you replaced the inlet. It would be the evap sensor which is located under the intake mani and alot of the time the one fitting coming off of it breaks when the inlet i removed and that would be the leak.

I agree that it's probably not the gas cap. Did you replace the fuel pump? If so check the seal on the tank, I read/heard that the seal causes this cel.

[lk250f]

I will mention that sensor to him today.

I agree that it's probably not the gas cap. Did you replace the fuel pump? If so check the seal on the tank, I read/heard that the seal causes this cel.

I haven't touched the fuel pump. But this is most likely a boost related issue I would say. We will find out today.

[SovXietday]

That code is a small evap system leak. And it is most likely not just your gascap,since you replaced the inlet. It would be the evap sensor which is located under the intake mani and alot of the time the one fitting coming off of it breaks when the inlet i removed and that would be the leak.

Best post in this thread so far.

[bl@ckvr4]

Maybe you bought a supercharger by accident?

[jpalamar]

Did you put camber on the turbo?

[lk250f]

Did you put camber on the turbo?

Did you contribute any smartassness?

[Big_Jim]

Did you contribute any smartassness?

judging by his post, I think he did.

[psymos]

But this is most likely a boost related issue I would say. We will find out today.

i would say you are right :wink: lol, i was referring towards your CEL when i asked about the fuel pump.

[xarchiex]

Check the purge control valve which i said. It is commonly broken when doing an inlet and it is connected. When your car triggers that code from that it will put it into limp mode. That reduces power by 20% and continues to run on the normal fuel levels and feels extremely slugish.

[lk250f]

The turbo is blown again... nut came off and chewed up my compressor wheel which the cartridge is under warranty though. But still labor is gonna kill me. I am going to sell this car and buy a beater i think.

[SHOdude]

The turbo is blown again... nut came off and chewed up my compressor wheel which the cartridge is under warranty though. But still labor is gonna kill me. I am going to sell this car and buy a beater i think.

Thats a damn shame, You dont got to buy a beater just something more simple the a ru this way you could do most of the work yourself

[anarchyperf]

What nut came off?

[russiankid]

What turbo did you get as a replacement?

[OutToWinPAHC]

What nut came off?

If the compressor or turbine lock nut came off, well then you need to demand a new unit from whoever did the rebuild.

[Khellen]

Where did you get the turbo? Who is the manufacturer?

That sucks big time.

[lk250f]

If the compressor or turbine lock nut came off, well then you need to demand a new unit from whoever did the rebuild.

Thing is he requires you to buy the part. So I will get a new unit from the manf. but will still have labor pains (pay for labor). I just want the car running and out of here. Maybe looking to get a 240. Or that badass 4wd civic wagovan.

[lk250f]

Where did you get the turbo? Who is the manufacturer?

That sucks big time.

CHRA made the cartridge. Got it from Pure Turbos in cali.

[OutToWinPAHC]

Thing is he requires you to buy the part. So I will get a new unit from the manf. but will still have labor pains (pay for labor). I just want the car running and out of here. Maybe looking to get a 240. Or that badass 4wd civic wagovan.


Well its worth more with a good turbo

[lk250f]

Well its worth more with a good turbo

I know, which is why i am fixing it and most likely selling.

[OutToWinPAHC]

I'm gonna quote Jason Ellis here "Harden the Eff up"

[EklipzGSXkid]

How much are you getting charged for labor????

[lk250f]

How much are you getting charged for labor????

Last time it was like 4 hours or so. You could pick up my car with the blown turbo if you want. Ill cut ya a deal!

[Got Insulin?]

I know, which is why i am fixing it and most likely selling.

You're selling it over replacing a turbo? :roll:

[lk250f]

You're selling it over replacing a turbo? :roll:

I bought the car, 45 miles in and the turbo blows. 200 miles after the turbo got fixed. It happens again. It is a curse. I might keep it but i dont know.

[EklipzGSXkid]

Thank god you didn't buy a dsm, If you think this is bad.

It's not a major problem, And could be taken care of within 2hrs so it's not like the car is junk now ! You can't let it sidetrack you and get you down. It's only a minor bump in the road!

[01 Trans-Am WS6]

Boost leak turbo is fine

[schaffer]

You really need to either get out of modding cars or learn how to work on your own stuff. You have the Internet at your fingers ad countless forums to research as well as a rather good platform to mod.

Do you sell your tv when the remote stops working? You got rid a very reliable corolla cause it wasn't hella flush and dope shizzz.
Now you just want to sell off the car cause of a few issues.

The turbo isn't terribly hard to change with hand tools in your driveway. I'm sure a member here or any other forum would be willing to help.

[AllMotor]

Thing is he requires you to buy the part. So I will get a new unit from the manf. but will still have labor pains (pay for labor). I just want the car running and out of here. Maybe looking to get a 240. Or that badass 4wd civic wagovan.


Not trying to be a smart ass here. Given your skill level in working on cars, I would suggest getting the wagon. Then make an acct. on Honda-Tech.

[AllMotor]

OK I LIED!

http://cdn.memegenerator.net/instances/400x/15388798.jpg
http://cdn.memegenerator.net/instances/400x/15388852.jpg

[jdmwill]

Omg lol. But seriously seems to me you need to run a oil restrictor. Simple fix

[OutToWinPAHC]

On a stock car with a stock turbo? Do this cars have known oiling issues on the G turbos?

[jdmwill]

Just saying if he got a cheap knock off turbo. But as I read the test of the thread it seems it just a defective unit.

[lk250f]

Thank god you didn't buy a dsm, If you think this is bad.

It's not a major problem, And could be taken care of within 2hrs so it's not like the car is junk now ! You can't let it sidetrack you and get you down. It's only a minor bump in the road!
It is, but with college, work and this I really do not have the time to be out of a car. I bought it thinking it would not do this, or else I would have got a DSM or something alike. Thanks for the advice though!
You really need to either get out of modding cars or learn how to work on your own stuff. You have the Internet at your fingers ad countless forums to research as well as a rather good platform to mod.

Do you sell your tv when the remote stops working? You got rid a very reliable corolla cause it wasn't hella flush and dope shizzz.
Now you just want to sell off the car cause of a few issues.

The turbo isn't terribly hard to change with hand tools in your driveway. I'm sure a member here or any other forum would be willing to help.
I think i do need to get out of modding. Right now it isnt worth the frustration. I may fix and keep the car. I may fix and sell it for something new. Not sure yet.

[mcperson2k]

If your trying to lose money and sell it as is... PM ME

[jpalamar]

Man up, make the shop fix your car. There should be a warranty on the part and the labor being they installed it and it broke so fast.

[russiankid]

The way I see it, whoever sold you the cartridge for the turbo should be responsible for warranting your labor costs as well.

[JB'sLGT]

Why did you have a new turbo in the first place? I'm assuming it was because the first one blew.

Due to the fact that this turbo blew in under 200 miles, I'm betting you have a clogged turbo side banjo bolt.

It's pretty common for this to happen, when the shop you're working with doesn't know Subarus.

[jpalamar]

The way I see it, whoever sold you the cartridge for the turbo should be responsible for warranting your labor costs as well.

Read your receipt for just about any part you buy, the warranty almost never covers labor.

[jdmwill]

Read your receipt for just about any part you buy, the warranty almost never covers labor.

Dito, and if they do its normally a small percentage. Not even close to what ever the shop hourly charge is.

[mcperson2k]

I didn't read the entire thread, but what about the dealer who the car was bought from? If the first one died after away from the dealer 45 miles, there was 0 type of warranty to cover that?

[lk250f]

I didn't read the entire thread, but what about the dealer who the car was bought from? If the first one died after away from the dealer 45 miles, there was 0 type of warranty to cover that?

I bought the car AS IS from a dealer. It was at a wholesale price so didnt include any warranty. I bought it from a dealer, but on ebay. And of course ebay covers you, but not for turbos. I got some cash from the dealer first to pay for the new turbo but not completely. Basically ive been getting ****ed these past few weeks.... I would love to keep the car but I need to pay for all the crap that i fixed so I am going to sell it once I fix it and am looking to buy a 240 from a member on here so I can have a little cash to pay for all this.

[jpalamar]

Basically ive been getting ****ed these past few weeks....

No you ****ed yourself. You bought a car you know nothing about and didn't look it over well before buying.

[Big_Jim]

So you knew you were buying a car as-is, and you know nothing about turbo cars. paint it green and throw a charger decal on it.

[OMGz Turbo]

So you knew you were buying a car as-is, and you know nothing about turbo cars. paint it green and throw a charger decal on it.

LOL oh my.

Reading up what to look for buying a certain car helps tons

[lownslow95]

So you knew you were buying a car as-is, and you know nothing about turbo cars. paint it green and throw a charger decal on it.

:rotfl:

[04BlueSRT4]

so I am going to sell it once I fix it and am looking to buy a 240 from a member on here so I can have a little cash to pay for all this.

Well hopefully you've learned something from all this and really inspect this 240 before you buy it

[lk250f]

So you knew you were buying a car as-is, and you know nothing about turbo cars. paint it green and throw a charger decal on it.
I know about turbo cars, I know how they work. Don't have the experience nor tools to do this stuff. The car looked good so i bought it. If i would have knew that the turbo would have gone bad then I would have not got the car.
LOL oh my.

Reading up what to look for buying a certain car helps tons

I did read a ton about the car. All this not knowing stuff is just coming out of no where.

[Big_Jim]

Sell it and buy a fiero gt.

[lk250f]

No you ****ed yourself. You bought a car you know nothing about and didn't look it over well before buying.

When was it said that i bought a car i knew nothing about. I LOOKED at the car, not LOOKED into the future. Did you want me to open up some sort of wormhole and look in to see how my car is doing in the future? I looked at the car two seperate times before buying it and made the decision. Not like I bought it knowing it had a blown turbo. When I drove it, it boosted up fine and drove great. I came here looking for help, not to have people what I did or did not do.

[AWD GS]

damn that sucks. id do a little more research next time and buy within your means. just because you can afford a car, doesnt mean you can afford the maintenance.

[OutToWinPAHC]

You should go hard in the paint.

[JB'sLGT]

I did read a ton about the car. All this not knowing stuff is just coming out of no where.

Did you check the banjo bolt that feeds into the turbo?

If it's clogged and you throw another turbo on it, it will blow again.

[OutToWinPAHC]

Those are dynamic seal journal bearing turbos? After reading I see the center section was replaced, was the shaft balanced too?

[davin]

Thank god you didn't buy a dsm, If you think this is bad.

Or a rotary, a turbo one at that :lol:

But honestly man, we are trying to help you and the tools your need to fix this you can borrow from someone. You can damn near take apart and put back together a whole car with a 20pcs Metric socket set, some wrenches, a torque wrench, lube, hylomar and lock-tite. Many are giving you pointers on where to look so you can trouble shoot this yourself and save a butt-ton of money. But you just get upset when people tease you (with honest humor).

[jdmwill]

Don't buy a 240, your gonna hate it. Specially if is has been piece together by one of these kids. I can't keep getting random phone calls about 240's..

[lk250f]

Don't buy a 240, your gonna hate it. Specially if is has been piece together by one of these kids. I can't keep getting random phone calls about 240's..

The one I am looking at looks legit but maybe someone can help me know what to look for. :mrgreen: I am looking at art's (nissan240sxsyan or something) 240.

[lk250f]

Or a rotary, a turbo one at that :lol:

But honestly man, we are trying to help you and the tools your need to fix this you can borrow from someone. You can damn near take apart and put back together a whole car with a 20pcs Metric socket set, some wrenches, a torque wrench, lube, hylomar and lock-tite. Many are giving you pointers on where to look so you can trouble shoot this yourself and save a butt-ton of money. But you just get upset when people tease you (with honest humor).

I get it, i am just not in the mood sometimes and like to talk back. I think next paycheck is gonna buy me a new tool set.

[SHOdude]

The one I am looking at looks legit but maybe someone can help me know what to look for. :mrgreen: I am looking at art's (nissan240sxsyan or something) 240.

Rust on frame, under rear tire and on the strut towers, if you go to the drifting section and look at my thread "Getting started" theres tons of useful info on 240's cause I was looking to buy one before I found my supra

[lk250f]

Rust on frame, under rear tire and on the strut towers, if you go to the drifting section and look at my thread "Getting started" theres tons of useful info on 240's cause I was looking to buy one before I found my supra

Anything else to look for? I read the thread and that is all i found. Rust but in the description the car says rust free. This one:
http://www.tristatetuners.com/forum/showthread.php?t=120278

[OutToWinPAHC]

Read this, not skim the pics, read and become familiar.

The 240SX Info/Introduction/FAQ Thread (http://forums.nicoclub.com/the-240sx-info-introduction-faq-thread-combined-t183490.html)

[AllMotor]

I know about turbo cars, I know how they work. Don't have the experience nor tools to do this stuff. The car looked good so i bought it. If i would have knew that the turbo would have gone bad then I would have not got the car.


I did read a ton about the car. All this not knowing stuff is just coming out of no where.

disappointed walrus is disappointed. (not in any particular order)
First mistake: buying a car looks.
Second mistake: not getting a carfax report.
Third mistake: trying to mod a car that you need as a daily.
Forth mistake: expecting everyone to sympathize with you.
Fifth mistake: failure to use google, when car acts up.
Sixth mistake: buying a used turbo that dies 200 miles later.
Seventh mistake: thinking about selling Subaru to get a 240 or Honda, please review 3rd mistake.
Eighth mistake: not knowing that normal tools from Walmart or Sears will allow you to swap a turbo and do much more on any vehicle.
Ninth mistake: arguing with people that all can work on their own cars.
Tenth mistake: being made into a meme.
Eleventh mistake: Thinking a shop would warranty a used part.
Twelfth mistake: counts to potato.
Thirteenth Mistake: ignoring advise from other members about what cars not to get while making excuses.
Fourteenth mistake: failing to walk away from ever modding or owning a modded car ever again.

[AllMotor]

true words.

http://www.everymantri.com/everyman_triathlon/images/2007/09/07/monkey.jpg
Don't buy a 240, your gonna hate it. Specially if is has been piece together by one of these kids. I can't keep getting random phone calls about 240's..

[schaffer]

Should of kept the corolla.

[lownslow95]

So after all this, the Corola you had, doesn't look so bad now, does it?

[AllMotor]

So after all this, the Corola you had, doesn't look so bad now, does it?
zing.

[mcperson2k]

After all this, I think AllMotor is Janky...

[lk250f]

So after all this, the Corola you had, doesn't look so bad now, does it?

Nice sig.

[davin]

I get it, i am just not in the mood sometimes and like to talk back. I think next paycheck is gonna buy me a new tool set.

I mean, you can get some half-way decent stuff at Autozone/ Pep-Boys that will get you by for pretty cheap. It will beat paying for labor anywhere else man, that is for sure. Just check for all the things we said here and you should be good to go. Just getting back on your feet is the worst part.

[davin]

:iagree:After all this, I think AllMotor is Janky...

[SHOdude]

Anything else to look for? I read the thread and that is all i found. Rust but in the description the car says rust free. This one:
http://www.tristatetuners.com/forum/showthread.php?t=120278

if your gonna pay 6500 for a s13 you may as well go balls out http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/2867509376.html

[OutToWinPAHC]

Yall on crack, and your looking for Nissans in the wrong places

[BigWhiteTodd]

Yall on crack, and your looking for Nissans in the wrong places

agreed sir.

[04BlueSRT4]

After all this, I think AllMotor is Janky...

Haha was thinking that

Aside from some abuse, there is some really good advice in here that is being ignored.

[russiankid]

Read your receipt for just about any part you buy, the warranty almost never covers labor.

I understand that, but in this situation I'd would want them to cover labor.

[russiankid]

Oh here is my $.02, do not buy a modified vehicle unless the person can provide paperwork. I do not like buying modified vehicles, period. I will buy a used stock car and do as I please.

[lownslow95]

Nice sig.

I know, isn't it? :lol:

[psymos]

The one I am looking at looks legit but maybe someone can help me know what to look for. :mrgreen: I am looking at art's (nissan240sxsyan or something) 240.

def take a friend with you that knows about cars...even a little bit of insight could help

Oh here is my $.02, do not buy a modified vehicle unless the person can provide paperwork. I do not like buying modified vehicles, period. I will buy a used stock car and do as I please.

agree 100%. when i was looking for my sti, i looked at a few modified ones, and as soon as i caught the person lying to me i walked away (the bolts on the turbo had some knicks out of them as if someone slipped off of them with a socket and the guy told me the turbo was never off :roll: also the intake manifold was painted a different color and he tried to tell me it was done like that while it was on the car :bigeek:)

i ended up with a bone stock 07....and it blew a ringland -_- but its not my DD = )

[SovXietday]

This whole thread is full of out of the frying pan into the fire.

[morla]

So you knew you were buying a car as-is, and you know nothing about turbo cars. paint it green and throw a charger decal on it.

Lol he didn't even post in this thread and is still roasted :P

[EklipzGSXkid]

I don't know if it has been mentioned, But i've seen a turbo on a subaru get replaced a few times, One after another... Then when they brought it to me and I changed it to another one, I pulled the oil feed line banjo bolt to check the small filter... It was completly coaked in sludge, Which would not allow any oil to pass through it to feed the turbo.... Hence the multiple blown turbo's from oil starvation, One after another. If this were the case, Then it's actually whomever's fault, That did the labor for not checking this while it was apart......

[AllMotor]

EklipzGSXkid,
I was waiting for someone to actually touch on those bases. kudos to you, kind sir

[schaffer]

EklipzGSXkid,
I was waiting for someone to actually touch on those bases. kudos to you, kind sir

Not to discredit GSXkid as he is a Subaru guru but it's been mentioned.Its on multi forums as well.

[AWD GS]

Then it's actually whomever's fault, That did the labor for not checking this while it was apart......

true but it will be nearly impossible to prove that once the vehicle has left a shop.

[jpalamar]

I don't know if it has been mentioned, But i've seen a turbo on a subaru get replaced a few times, One after another... Then when they brought it to me and I changed it to another one, I pulled the oil feed line banjo bolt to check the small filter... It was completly coaked in sludge, Which would not allow any oil to pass through it to feed the turbo.... Hence the multiple blown turbo's from oil starvation, One after another. If this were the case, Then it's actually whomever's fault, That did the labor for not checking this while it was apart......

I thought it was common sense to replace the oil feed lines and check for clogs when doing a turbo replacement?

[OutToWinPAHC]

I thought it was common sense to replace the oil feed lines and check for clogs when doing a turbo replacement?

Or atleast taking the bottom of the drain line off to make sure when priming that oil has made it to the turbo and is returning.

[90blacktsiawd]

CHRA made the cartridge. Got it from Pure Turbos in cali.

No no no no no. CHRA did not make your cartridge. The cartridge is a CHRA, as in, Central Housing Rotating Assembly.

[JB'sLGT]

Why did you have a new turbo in the first place? I'm assuming it was because the first one blew.

Due to the fact that this turbo blew in under 200 miles, I'm betting you have a clogged turbo side banjo bolt.

It's pretty common for this to happen, when the shop you're working with doesn't know Subarus.

:wink:

[lk250f]

:wink:

They said that is probably what happened when the first turbo blew so he took the screens out prior to the install. This failure however was caused by a faulty part.

[AllMotor]

Either way I could easily flip this car, how much?

[Supraru]

Sorry people. I nut that flew off the front of the turbo is purely on the manufacturer. It has nothing to do with the owner, and nothing to do with the installer. I've seen plenty of stock turbo's properly installed and primed. Then they come back blown. It's pretty much the manufacturers having crappy quality control. I've even seen one where the front nut came off. Somehow it just sat right in the beginning of the turbo inlet. I'd be pretty pissed if that happened to me. Doesn't matter how much the guy knows or doesn't know about cars he was sold a bad turbo.

[SovXietday]

EklipzGSXkid,
I was waiting for someone to actually touch on those bases. kudos to you, kind sir

That was actually stated several times in succession through the last few pages. Mostly because it's a common issues on Subies and 90% of Tristate has one.

[EklipzGSXkid]

Sorry, I did not read many of the posts after the first few. It kind of just turned into a huge bash fest .

[lownslow95]

Sorry, I did not read many of the posts after the first few. It kind of just turned into a huge bash fest .

That's how TST rolls. :lol:

[OutToWinPAHC]

Sorry, I did not read many of the posts after the first few. It kind of just turned into a huge bash fest .

Bro it got real

[AllMotor]

pretty much.

http://edge.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/463847/81758285.gif

[Slevin]

disappointed walrus is disappointed. (not in any particular order)
First mistake: buying a car looks.
Second mistake: not getting a carfax report.
Third mistake: trying to mod a car that you need as a daily.
Forth mistake: expecting everyone to sympathize with you.
Fifth mistake: failure to use google, when car acts up.
Sixth mistake: buying a used turbo that dies 200 miles later.
Seventh mistake: thinking about selling Subaru to get a 240 or Honda, please review 3rd mistake.
Eighth mistake: not knowing that normal tools from Walmart or Sears will allow you to swap a turbo and do much more on any vehicle.
Ninth mistake: arguing with people that all can work on their own cars.
Tenth mistake: being made into a meme.
Eleventh mistake: Thinking a shop would warranty a used part.
Twelfth mistake: counts to potato.
Thirteenth Mistake: ignoring advise from other members about what cars not to get while making excuses.
Fourteenth mistake: failing to walk away from ever modding or owning a modded car ever again.

classic janky right here

[AllMotor]

So what's up with the subbie are you selling it?


https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/418251_309658202422771_176890359032890_774191_1673 024618_n.jpg

[lk250f]

So what's up with the subbie are you selling it?


https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/418251_309658202422771_176890359032890_774191_1673 024618_n.jpg
http://www.randomtandem.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/5-reasons-youre-annoying.jpg
idkk.

[Slevin]

So what's up with the subbie are you selling it?


https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/418251_309658202422771_176890359032890_774191_1673 024618_n.jpg

:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:: rotfl::rotfl:

that made my day

[AllMotor]

http://www.randomtandem.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/5-reasons-youre-annoying.jpg
idkk.


Come on now, don't be like that.

http://saltcitypups.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/happy+dog.jpg

[lk250f]

Come on now, don't be like that.

http://saltcitypups.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/happy+dog.jpg

I am either keeping it or buying something slower. Like a honda. I bought a used turbo to use the housings so if i do keep it at least itll be FRESHHH

[OutToWinPAHC]

Used = Fresh? Okay

[jpalamar]

Used = Fresh? Okay

No! Used = FRESHHH

[jesus_ralliart]

Damn.... this thread makes me wanna rub one out everytime i open it

[lk250f]

Used = Fresh? Okay

In better condition then my chewed up housing

[AllMotor]

No! Used = FRESHHH
FRESH = newborn?

[blue91lx]

I vote boost leak... Air being pushed through a small leak in your system = the sound your car's making.

[OutToWinPAHC]

Fresh used is like saying a clean hooker.... A unicorn, or...... Click (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=great%20white%20buffalo&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CCwQtwIwAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DI0S xxibos-I&ei=zTZVT_a4EOOW0QHvpv3mDQ&usg=AFQjCNG_PskR_JEKL-Dapy45Y1H8nGnJ0Q&cad=rja)

[AllMotor]

I vote boost leak... Air being pushed through a small leak in your system = the sound your car's making.

I vote you didn't read the entire thread and came in with the late. :lol:

Fresh used is like saying a clean hooker.... A unicorn, or...... Click (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=great%20white%20buffalo&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CCwQtwIwAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DI0S xxibos-I&ei=zTZVT_a4EOOW0QHvpv3mDQ&usg=AFQjCNG_PskR_JEKL-Dapy45Y1H8nGnJ0Q&cad=rja)

definitely,

great white buffalo.
great white buffalo.
great white buffalo.
:lol:

[mcperson2k]

great white buffalo.
great white buffalo.
great white buffalo.
:lol:

http://www.higherintellect.info/texts/other/crystalinks/white_buffalo.jpg

[AllMotor]

This thread needs more Great White Buffalo (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uo6IJxh130U).

[blue91lx]

I vote you didn't read the entire thread and came in with the late. :lol:


Lol just read the OP.

[fightinchunk]

So you have a car you know almost nothing about? And on top of that don't know how to diagnose some of the issues of said vehicle.

Hmmmm

that's 99% of people that buy cars...

[fightinchunk]

Why did you have a new turbo in the first place? I'm assuming it was because the first one blew.

Due to the fact that this turbo blew in under 200 miles, I'm betting you have a clogged turbo side banjo bolt.

It's pretty common for this to happen, when the shop you're working with doesn't know Subarus.

spoken like a true 05 legacy gt man!