320d Turbo Recon.

[L~C~G]

Hey guys.

I mentioned about 6 months back that the turbo on my E46 320d is whining really heavily. it still hasnt died yet and I suspect it may be a cracked housing rather than bushes etc, but I am wanting to replace it under an aftermarket warranty I have before it blows and causes damage, or rather just replace it because the sound is really annoying..

I contacted tune tech and this is what I have from them

"Turbo job:
Recon turbo
Turbo gasket
Service
Breather valve
Flush intercooler and catalyst
Labour
R16500INcl"

This seems like a kak huis vol pennies for a recon turbo job to me.

Is this the going rate or is this a bit steep?

This is the sound it is making if you havent seen it yet

 

[P1000]

Get a new turbo and replace it yourself. Don't allow anybody to install a rebuilt turbo, I would not trust anybody that claims they can rebuild a VNT turbo - sure it can be done, I just would not trust someone else, unless I can watch them while they do it. Also make sure whoever does the replacement takes the turbo out the bottom. Out the top will end in tears.

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[Sabretooth tiger]

and getting it directly from Garett is cheaper as well, they actually do not recommend rebuilding a turbo.

 

[Dmonic1]

R11k + VAT for a new turbo fitted from Alpine Developments

http://www.alpineturbo.co.za/

 

[L~C~G]

Thanks guys. Just chatted to Alpine and they can help! :thumbs:

 

[Dippies]

:fencelook: So you will be Testing it soon then



Time for a nother Ice Cream Run :joy:

 

[L~C~G]

Going to wait about two weeks before I have it changed, my dads 523i is at the panel beaters after hitting a guinea fowl and causing R18k damage so we are short on a car right now.

Once I know the turbo is healthy she is getting re-mapped. Then I will come and get some ice cream with you guys. :thumbs:

 

[Spy007]

Garret in Kempton. was a few months ago was R825 all in for new turbo and 3k to replace.

 

[Solo Man]

I assume that is R8250 and not R825 for the turbo from Turbo Direct. I paid R8250 plus vat for mine from them about 6 months ago (E39 530d)

 

[Spy007]

Sry Yes R8250