jaylew Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 Hello, I am starting research to replace/rebuild the stock turbo and stumbled upon this in my search.. http://www.ebay.com/itm/301840266045 Has anyone seen it before or have any info on it? Thanks! Wagon is LIFE! - 265,000 miles and climbing Unofficial Build (Restoration) Thread Steering Rack Rebuild Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 Can't view ebay here at work. Most of us recommend you send your turbo to JmP6889928 and have him rebuild it. PM him. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Hello, I am starting research to replace/rebuild the stock turbo and stumbled upon this in my search.. http://www.ebay.com/itm/301840266045 Has anyone seen it before or have any info on it? Thanks! That's just a cartridge. I would do what Max suggests and reach out to JMP, he should be able to guide you to the right answer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Go with someone we trust...you can thank us later. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Whenever I get around to getting a DP, I'll be looking to send my turbo to JMP for a rebuild. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuning Alliance Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 We can rebuild your turbo for you with new IHI parts. Send us a PM. I suggest though while you are swapping turbos, upgrade to a IHIvf52 though. -Brian Contact us for all your tuning and performance parts needs! Etuning the legacy community since 2008! Follow us on FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Cost difference between a built/rebuilt stocker vs a 52? I was never really considering a turbo upgrade, have to save some money for my own business. But if pricing is not that different that might be an option. As soon as I seal up my TGV's this weekend and kill that leak I'll be looking at next steps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuning Alliance Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Your best bet would be to find a blown 52 and having us rebuild that. -Brian Contact us for all your tuning and performance parts needs! Etuning the legacy community since 2008! Follow us on FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 FWIW, my vf52 was the same price as the vf40, but I did buy it new. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Plan was a DP, tune and call it a day. Twisting my arm about that 52... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 The 52 is a fun ride. There is a noticeable difference between my cars. The wagon is much more responsive and really pushes you back in the seat. The Spec is tuned by the same tuner, but has the stock vf46. They both have the GS tmic and Invidia DP. Both on stock fueling. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 I've gone this far avoiding the enabling. Damn you people! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 Here's my chart with the vf52. http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x40/92Si/CCF09262014_00000_zps96cbcaec.jpg The car is much fun in 2nd gear when passing someone on the back roads. 2nd and 3rd gear are so much fun. Even taking off from a stop sign, give it about 3/4 throttle and your doing 60+mph with no real fuss. Just 3 quick shifts. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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