Used this video to replace my thrust bearing and all internal components in my td04hl-20t in my caliber srt4. Love how you cover every aspect of the rebuild
ARD Tuning I have a 2004 subaru forester xt (ej255) with a td05-20g-8cm^2 (8cm^2=hotside a/r of .57). I was wondering if i could replace the 20g wheel with an 18g wheel. Would it be a direct swap with no other modification needed ? I would probably need a re-balance after correct ? Could you recommend a good 18g wheel for me to purchase ? I also have a td05-18g-7cm^2 (7cm^2=hotside a/r of .49) would swapping the hotsides be an easier solution to get the end result of td05-18g-8cm^2 (8cm^2=hotside a/r of .57) . If they sell the tdo5 housing both with the 20g wheel and the 18g wheel then what is the difference ? Isn't a td05 housing a td05 housing no matter what compressor wheel is inside of it or maybe i'm wrong ? But just because there is an 18g compressor wheel or a 20g compressor wheel doesn't change the fact that its a td05 housing right? I would have it professionally balanced, but i think i'm more than capable of taking it apart. It's simply nuts, bolts and snap rings, nothing to be scared of. What i'm saying is i basically have all the parts between my two turbos to build exactly what i'm looking for which is a td05-18g-8cm^2. I was really asking what is the easiest route to take. Swapping compressor wheels, or the hotside housings Thanks, Phil
Thanks bro, for the engine insight. Been thinking about mine. Though it's a 1998, it's 'only' done 120k. I use exclusively full synthetic oil and only 4 star super unleaded (after rough idling and occasional stalling - engine happy now, and smoother). What does your forearm tattoo say. I can't read Hebrew, unfortunately. Friend of Israel :) :) As far as tuning is concerned... is there anything one can usefully do to improve the bottom end torque, it just doesn't seem to kick in until about 2500 rpm, when it takes off like a scalded cat. Perhaps the turbo can be re-mapped for low end grunt? It's 300 Nm torque seems to disappear below 2000 rpm. I presume the new engines @250 bhp and 2.5 T5 V50 are about the only viable upgrade, but i don't have $30k :'(
Good eyes! Off camera I had moved the wheel prior to torquing so it would end up in the right spot but properly the wheel should be cooled off and 'clamp' onto the turbine preventing it from spinning. I might end up editing that or notating it for the future... Thanks!
+bryan larrea No, you would need a matching 15G compressor cover. We have used and refurbished in stock if you need one! Message me at ardideas@gmail.com and we can get you setup!
+Pypamid They are used for the support of the bearings on the interior side. Some folks replace them, some just use the originals as they can be a bit hard to access without special tools :)
I'm in the middle of rebuilding my turbo but ran into a problem. After tightening the compressor nut the turbine doesn't spin freely anymore. Any advice?
+kp202010 Make sure your using the right parts for your turbo, specifically regrading super back vs. flat back. If you like email me direct at ARDideas@gmail.com and I can see if I can help more!
We recommend and use the Mellet kits : www.ardideas.com/TD04HL-Turbo-Rebuild-Kit-Super-Back_p_133.html As for compressor wheel, depends on your power goals... Our 19T conversion wheel is good to approx 300 bhp depending on supporting mods etc..
looks easy to do. if I can hear the turbine scratching sometimes and it stops spinning and leaks oil as I. billowing smoke out the exhaust, what are the chances the blades and shaft is damaged? I want to have the right parts before I take the thing all apart...
+Kyle Dupont It is highly likely the turbine blades and shaft are damaged if you can hear them scraping on the turbine housing. I would plan on a new one unless you can disassemble first and inspect. Some upgrade options are the 11 blade and 9 blade TD04HL turbine wheels if you're looking for something other than stock :)
+Robert Arnold you were right, the turbine fins were all mangled on the edges. there was also a almost a quart of oil in the inner cooler! I ordered a turbo cartridge instead of rebuilding it
Yes you can find it right here: www.ardideas.com/TD04HL-Turbo-Rebuild-Kit-Super-Back_p_133.html This kit can be used to either rebuild current 13G or use the additional parts that come with it to convert to super back 13T or larger 19T :)
Used this video to replace my thrust bearing and all internal components in my td04hl-20t in my caliber srt4. Love how you cover every aspect of the rebuild
@Sean Farley, Glad this was of value to you! Be in touch if you need anything else :)
Awesome video!
+Josh Walters Thanks so much!
with the t19 turbine after machining, does the housing fit the stock cars intake piping from the filter to the turbo?
Will this also work for my Td04hl-16t?
How long would it take a pro do completely rebuild one?
ARD Tuning I have a 2004 subaru forester xt (ej255) with a td05-20g-8cm^2 (8cm^2=hotside a/r of .57). I was wondering if i could replace the 20g wheel with an 18g wheel. Would it be a direct swap with no other modification needed ? I would probably need a re-balance after correct ? Could you recommend a good 18g wheel for me to purchase ? I also have a td05-18g-7cm^2 (7cm^2=hotside a/r of .49) would swapping the hotsides be an easier solution to get the end result of td05-18g-8cm^2 (8cm^2=hotside a/r of .57) .
If they sell the tdo5 housing both with the 20g wheel and the 18g wheel then what is the difference ? Isn't a td05 housing a td05 housing no matter what compressor wheel is inside of it or maybe i'm wrong ? But just because there is an 18g compressor wheel or a 20g compressor wheel doesn't change the fact that its a td05 housing right? I would have it professionally balanced, but i think i'm more than capable of taking it apart. It's simply nuts, bolts and snap rings, nothing to be scared of.
What i'm saying is i basically have all the parts between my two turbos to build exactly what i'm looking for which is a td05-18g-8cm^2. I was really asking what is the easiest route to take. Swapping compressor wheels, or the hotside housings
Thanks,
Phil
Thanks bro, for the engine insight. Been thinking about mine. Though it's a 1998, it's 'only' done 120k. I use exclusively full synthetic oil and only 4 star super unleaded (after rough idling and occasional stalling - engine happy now, and smoother). What does your forearm tattoo say. I can't read Hebrew, unfortunately. Friend of Israel :) :) As far as tuning is concerned... is there anything one can usefully do to improve the bottom end torque, it just doesn't seem to kick in until about 2500 rpm, when it takes off like a scalded cat. Perhaps the turbo can be re-mapped for low end grunt? It's 300 Nm torque seems to disappear below 2000 rpm. I presume the new engines @250 bhp and 2.5 T5 V50 are about the only viable upgrade, but i don't have $30k :'(
When you tightened the compressor nut, it appeared that the compressor wheel spun relative to the turbine wheel. Wouldn't this impact the balance?
Good eyes! Off camera I had moved the wheel prior to torquing so it would end up in the right spot but properly the wheel should be cooled off and 'clamp' onto the turbine preventing it from spinning. I might end up editing that or notating it for the future... Thanks!
Good
will the billet 15g compressor wheel clear the td04h-13c housing?
+bryan larrea No, you would need a matching 15G compressor cover. We have used and refurbished in stock if you need one! Message me at ardideas@gmail.com and we can get you setup!
What are the two tiny snap rings for? They're in the kit but I didn't see you using them
+Pypamid They are used for the support of the bearings on the interior side. Some folks replace them, some just use the originals as they can be a bit hard to access without special tools :)
I'm in the middle of rebuilding my turbo but ran into a problem. After tightening the compressor nut the turbine doesn't spin freely anymore. Any advice?
+kp202010 Make sure your using the right parts for your turbo, specifically regrading super back vs. flat back. If you like email me direct at ARDideas@gmail.com and I can see if I can help more!
Will this work for my TD04HL-16t from a t5 V70? And where can i get the rebuild kit?
+SnabboNL Yes it will. Rebuild kit available here: www.ardideas.com/TD04HL-Turbo-Rebuild-Kit-Super-Back_p_133.html
I have T517Z that needs a rebuild. Is this turbo in the video similar?
Most turbo rebuilds will be somewhat similar to this one however each will likely have its own caveat :)
Is there turbuild rebuild kit you recommend and what size compressor wheel should I use
We recommend and use the Mellet kits : www.ardideas.com/TD04HL-Turbo-Rebuild-Kit-Super-Back_p_133.html
As for compressor wheel, depends on your power goals... Our 19T conversion wheel is good to approx 300 bhp depending on supporting mods etc..
One more thing, Where do you recommend getting snap ring pliers big enough? The ones I have are to small.
Any professional tool distributor should be able to help you, in a pinch Amazon is always there :)
looks easy to do. if I can hear the turbine scratching sometimes and it stops spinning and leaks oil as I. billowing smoke out the exhaust, what are the chances the blades and shaft is damaged? I want to have the right parts before I take the thing all apart...
+Kyle Dupont It is highly likely the turbine blades and shaft are damaged if you can hear them scraping on the turbine housing. I would plan on a new one unless you can disassemble first and inspect. Some upgrade options are the 11 blade and 9 blade TD04HL turbine wheels if you're looking for something other than stock :)
+Robert Arnold you were right, the turbine fins were all mangled on the edges. there was also a almost a quart of oil in the inner cooler! I ordered a turbo cartridge instead of rebuilding it
+Kyle Dupont Good idea. In some cases it's just not worth the time/cost to rebuild if there's been significant damage. Happy boosting!
Is this the stock turbo for a Caliber SRT4?
Correct :)
Robert Arnold Awesome thank you!
Will that work the same for the 13G on my 1999 V70 XC?
Yes indeed! Same procedures, same process :)
+Robert Arnold you have a rebuild kit for a 13g? or a conversion kit for a 13g? i can't find it on your site
Yes you can find it right here: www.ardideas.com/TD04HL-Turbo-Rebuild-Kit-Super-Back_p_133.html
This kit can be used to either rebuild current 13G or use the additional parts that come with it to convert to super back 13T or larger 19T :)
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