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Technical => Engine Tech => Topic started by: bren5666 on November 24, 2012, 05:07:41 PM

Title: New member- turbo question
Post by: bren5666 on November 24, 2012, 05:07:41 PM
Hello everyone, I'm looking at purchasing an 86 Cougar RX7 turbo and had a question. The owner said the turbo had been gone through and switched from a 4 blade to 5 blade turbine. I'm not familiar with turbos and have no idea what this will do. I'm assuming its a performance enhancement? Any info would be appreciated!
Title: New member- turbo question
Post by: Trinom on November 24, 2012, 06:00:22 PM
Ask him for exact name of that turbo. This sounds weird. Stock 86 XR7 (4 eyed version) should have Garrett T3 turbo and no intercooler.
Title: New member- turbo question
Post by: bryan163 on November 24, 2012, 06:25:48 PM
As long as it boosts well and doesnt smoke it should be good.
Title: New member- turbo question
Post by: SR71blackbird on November 27, 2012, 12:14:58 PM
huh, I've never heard of that. I guess it would make better spool time but i'd surf the web and try to find a swap like that to see if it is even real.
Title: New member- turbo question
Post by: Crazy88 on November 28, 2012, 12:43:19 AM
Hmm, sounds like seller horse hockey to me. If the turbo was replaced, ask for the supporting documentation, if rebuilt, ask for documentation.  Note: Not all T3's are created equal as the A/R varies from model to model.