Hi folks

How bad is it when the oil seal goes on the turbo?
Can it be driven for a little while until it gets fixed that is? Does it leak much oil? Is it a big job to sort and is it costly?

Thank you

 

The turbo is a VF 35 if that's any use

 

The vf35 has two little pistons with a single ring as an oil seal behind both the impeller and the exhaust wheel. 1 behind each. Repair kits are available on ebay that include these. Repaired one a year or two ago that was leaking oil into the wastegare area. Any competant/careful mechanic can repair. Be careful not to upset the balance though.

 

Is it a viable repair or would it be just as easy and cost the same as going out and getting another turbo the same?

Thanks

 

Your decision really. Repair kit is £70=£80 from memory.

 

Seen them Ebay for £45 with £15 delivery so £60. From Japan (not sure if any good) but would need to know if its the right kit and then find someone who can do it for as cheap as poss

 

Give these a shout there pretty good and will rebuild for you
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Td05-Repair-ki...item5aded974bc