Reinstalling turbo in the car - any tricks?

vrracing · 08-11-2009, 03:59 PM

I tried the graphite exhaust gaskets but after less than 1000 miles the manifold to turbo one blew out...

It was a bitch getting the turbo out. We ended up pulling the turbo to the fender and then pushing it forward, then taking the heat shield and manifold off, then we could get the turbo out.

Is there an easier way to put it all back in? It's 105 out so easier is better!

btw, called Mazdatrix yesterday and next day'd the OEM gaskets. Gotta love those guys.

thanks,

Jim

08-11-2009, 03:59 PM	#1
vrracing Rotating Assembly Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: TX Posts: 102 Rep Power: 17	Reinstalling turbo in the car - any tricks? I tried the graphite exhaust gaskets but after less than 1000 miles the manifold to turbo one blew out... It was a bitch getting the turbo out. We ended up pulling the turbo to the fender and then pushing it forward, then taking the heat shield and manifold off, then we could get the turbo out. Is there an easier way to put it all back in? It's 105 out so easier is better! btw, called Mazdatrix yesterday and next day'd the OEM gaskets. Gotta love those guys. thanks, Jim