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997.2 Turbocharger Passenger side replacement advice
So the turbo on the passenger side has a leak and even though the car is driveable, I need to replace the turbo --got the check engine light. It's not as simple as replacing a gasket/seal. Unfortunately, even units from Porsche are rebuilt units and not completely new plus they ship from Germany. Does anyone have a used turbo lying around from upgrading to bigger turbos? I don't see a single thread on here with a 997.2 turbo failing, I must be one of the very few.
Send me a private message or post up here if you know anyone that can assist me. Any suggestions if it's worth upgrading to bigger turbos? The car is plenty fast, never once though I need more power tbh. Not sure what route to take, but all suggestions and comments are welcome as I'll take a day or two to figure out what route to take here.
Do you guys know any reputable rebuilder for the turbos? I've looked online and can only find places in Europe. That's an option. Around the turbine oil is leaking and making it's way into the coolant. Will have to flush it all out but thankfully it never got the point it was really bad. Could have driven the car for months probably without enduring an issue. Wasn't going to take a chance.
Thanks, just called that shop however my garage found someone experienced with Porsche turbos in the area. So the repair kit is being sent over from Europe atm. I was quoted $1600 CAD for the repair, felt it was quite reasonable and OK'ed it. I'll be without the car for a week, but that's ok. Decided to get the oil change, coolant change, and spark plugs all at once since they're already in there.
Originally Posted by TBarrow
Maybe this will assist in finding a company that can rebuild the Turbo's. They are Borg Warner according to my research.
Thanks, just called that shop however my garage found someone experienced with Porsche turbos in the area. So the repair kit is being sent over from Europe atm. I was quoted $1600 CAD for the repair, felt it was quite reasonable and OK'ed it. I'll be without the car for a week, but that's ok. Decided to get the oil change, coolant change, and spark plugs all at once since they're already in there.
Do you happen to know the cost of just the rebuild kit?
Thanks
Bill
03-27-2018, 03:33 PM
997.2 Turbocharger Passenger side replacement advice
