ID correct turbo?
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ID correct turbo?
Forgive a dumb question: I've got a new-to-me '96 PSD 7.3 and the mechanic who worked on it said the turbo is on its last legs.
I've found a local junkyard who claims to have a take-off turbo for this model year on the shelf for $250. That seems to be a decent price, but how can I be sure that it's the correct one for my engine? Markings on it, etc?
Once I have it I will be looking for a rebuild kit. Any advice appreciated.
I've found a local junkyard who claims to have a take-off turbo for this model year on the shelf for $250. That seems to be a decent price, but how can I be sure that it's the correct one for my engine? Markings on it, etc?
Once I have it I will be looking for a rebuild kit. Any advice appreciated.
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A tad of help
Generally the 8th alpha of the vin gives the type for the org. However most are demarked as well.
check this
Ford PowerStroke 7.3L
Page scroll tab at the top
be careful with the junkers
check this
Ford PowerStroke 7.3L
Page scroll tab at the top
be careful with the junkers
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OK I went ahead and picked up the turbo assembly with the assurance that I can return it if it is not correct. The P/N tag on this one says 1822702C91.
I will continue to do some checking but any indication that this is a compatible unit?
I will continue to do some checking but any indication that this is a compatible unit?
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Anything from a 94.5 to 97 should work. Got mine from the junkyard for $200.00.
Bought a rebuild kit and ended up using the old bushings (bearings) because the new kit had very sloppy bearings. The old ones were tighter. BUT this (my) situation may have been a fluke, as no one yet on this forum has had my issues with the bearings that I know of.
Bought a rebuild kit and ended up using the old bushings (bearings) because the new kit had very sloppy bearings. The old ones were tighter. BUT this (my) situation may have been a fluke, as no one yet on this forum has had my issues with the bearings that I know of.
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