Turbo doesn't kick in
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Turbo doesn't kick in
I recently acquired a 1986 930 with 18K miles. It was stored for a long period. Had an expert P shop go through it and replaced lots of rubber bits, hoses, etc. Car ran great for a couple of months but now turbo isn't kicking in. Drove it yesterday with no turbo (runs great otherwise) but got a strong gas smell inside the car. Can't smell gas under either hood though...odd. Thoughts anyone?
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Many possible sources. The guys over at Pelican can be quite helpful if you want to give them a try.
For me it was a sticking piston in the valve housing. #3 was sticking which prevents boost from entering the engine. Pretty easy DIY to disassemble, clean, lube and reassemble. No parts needed however I did replace all gaskets and seals.
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For me it was a sticking piston in the valve housing. #3 was sticking which prevents boost from entering the engine. Pretty easy DIY to disassemble, clean, lube and reassemble. No parts needed however I did replace all gaskets and seals.
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....I now see that I have a fuel leak.....dripping from drivers side of engine....that's from looking at the floor, I haven't gotten under it yet. Thanks for the replies.