I will undoubtably book with Ryan and Greg to fix this but thought I would ask generally in case anyone has a genius idea.

 

the rear oil seals on my tubs have blown. I was thinking I would get steel internals and the 360 thrust bearing done whilst I was there. I dont want to uprate the turbos as I simply cannot afford to replace or upgrade things like the intercoolers or head gasket. :(

My question is this;

 

How do I stop the rear seals blowing again as I have a de-cat fitted which caused the problem. I would like to leave it de-catted if I can. Surely a new turbo would just blow its seals again? :mad:

 

Can someone explain to me exactly what it entails to fit the 360 bearing? I know steel internals are stronger than the standard ceramic stuff but what does the 360 bearing entail? I guess it is the bearing on the fan?

 

Anyone had this done cheap anywhere????? :)

Damn, I spelt turbo's wrong in the thread title! Whoops.

the thrust collar, oil slinger and impeller are sandwiched between a step on the shaft and the locking nut at the compressor end, the thrust bearing floats between the thrust collar and the slinger on a cushiom of oil, but it dsnt move. the thrust bearing prevents axial movement of the rotor in both directions.

 

fit step-gap seals in place of standard ones to prevent failure, alot more reliable than normal seals, don't expect to be able to abuse your turbos though.

sorry to hear this mate. its a common misconception that decatting is the sole cause of rear seals failing - if the seals were worn anyway then decatting 'helps' them go completely. if you have them reconditioned properly then you shouldnt have that problem again.