08SpecB_DE Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 I feel as though I'm getting closer and closer to needing a new turbo so who do you guys recommend these days? Its my dd so sending it out for rebuild is out of the question. I see some online that have the ihi casing with the whole cartridge replaced and balanced for about half the cost of a genuine ihi from the dealer but i dont trust them. I am having a really hard time swallowing the $1100+ and i think its why i havent pulled the trigger. Is there a reputable company rebuilding the vf46's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08SpecB_DE Posted August 23, 2018 Author Share Posted August 23, 2018 Nothing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notorious Posted August 23, 2018 Share Posted August 23, 2018 I think a reliable upgrade would be to get a used VF52 with low miles off a salvaged 2014 WRX or something. That’s what I did, didn’t even have 15k miles on it yet. But that was back then and finding one now is a little harder. It would require a tune though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgoodhue Posted August 23, 2018 Share Posted August 23, 2018 If you don't want any down time, why don't you buy a OEM turbo to use as core and rebuild that. You can sell your original once you swap them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08SpecB_DE Posted August 24, 2018 Author Share Posted August 24, 2018 I would like to keep the vf46, just personal preference. I was hoping for more of a drop in and send in my core kind of deal. Least amount of hassle without giving up a leg and an arm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted August 30, 2018 Share Posted August 30, 2018 tuningalliance@gmail.com Mike is also one of the best Tuners. He can rebuild your turbo or buy a junkyard one and sent it to him. I bought my vf52 back in the day from Mike at http://www.AZPinstalls.com called him before 10AM had it the next day. 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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