It's so much easier when you install the new lines to the turbo before putting it into place. Then you have someone underneath guiding the end of the oil line into the block while you're lowering everything. The 17mm is pretty simple as long as you go right above the belt/ac compressor. I used a deep wall with a 2-3" extension and it helped make life easier. I opted for the Stigan brand turbocharger, made in America! Also replaced all new gaskets, lines, etc. Everything out the door came to just under $700 and 3 hours of my time (with a few busted knuckles and scrapes)
@tannerlotito33133 жыл бұрын
Holy crap, we came up with the same tips 😂 when the oil return broke off in the block I bet you got pretty scared too
@julioortega99966 ай бұрын
I recommend servicing anything else thats tough to work on when changing radiator. You must remove bumper and hood crossbeam which conveniently gives you godly space
@gileus17 ай бұрын
Biggest issue with the manifold nuts is if there was any work done in that area previously they get over tightend very easily. Torqe spec is only 71 in/lbs. Also get the Dorman oil return its all steel.
@moffatk79483 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips. I am changing my turbo today. I am confident that all will go well. Whatever challenge I will face I will make a plan. I did however replace the oil return line before and know what a mission that is.
@robertchiarizia94632 жыл бұрын
Taking off the 17mm isn’t hard, the hard part is putting it back on. All these videos gloss over the only difficult part of this install. Some videos skip installation all together.
@diyguy4462 жыл бұрын
its been a while since I did this job, but I think I had a super bright light and roughly figured out where the threaded port on the block was then I fished around from the left side with my hand (just to the left of the dip stick)... super tricky
@mikeburchett-bs3qw Жыл бұрын
the manifold nuts put a 10mm deep socket on first then run a long correct size torx through the socket screw the nut off with the torx bit
@victordominguez98602 жыл бұрын
The lug that hold the header in place for the turbo you should of done them they opposite way the bottoms first and then the tops lugs/screws it would of been easier because their not holding the weight of the turbo but the bottom ones do hold the rest of the turbos weight
@daveg81193 жыл бұрын
DIY Guy-- thanks for the tips. Many video's complain about Dorman parts in general. However, looking at their kit, it's the most comprehensive in terms of everything you might need. Including the V-Band around the turbo to converter. Any signficant differences between the fit and operation of the Dorman to the OEM? Is this a car still in your fleet, or something fixed for a customer. Any idea as to how many miles on the repair?
@diyguy4463 жыл бұрын
the fix was at 200,000 km.... turbo was totally shot.... no real run time on the new turbo yet, short hauls around town so not much of a test. I felt the Dorman kit was excellent value and had all the parts required for the repair... great fit, no issues.. I would certainly purchase another time.
@fluidspace10 Жыл бұрын
Good video thanks👍 How many miles/km did the turbo last? I have changed the oil feed line just in case. But still im just waiting for the turbo in my 2014 Insignia with same engine to go bad although I try to change the oil every 5000 miles or half a year😏.
@diyguy446 Жыл бұрын
Thx much..... I did the turbo for a friend and they sold it shortly thereafter....so I'm not sure
@matthewbaker7552 жыл бұрын
how do i get the coolant line threaded into the engine? im having so much trouble
@robertchiarizia94632 жыл бұрын
I have the same problem, only thing I’ve seen is a special tool the one dude on the vid will sell you, but he never actually shows himself putting it on, so all these videos are just trying to go for a KZfaq payout for their videos without really showing how it’s really done. I’m taking off the exhaust manifold now from the turbo to see if that will work, then install the manifold back on the turbo after the 17mm banjo fitting coolant line is threaded.
@johnoakesjr.9303 жыл бұрын
Tg for the video ...when I got it all back together and started it it sounded like the cat was stolen .???????help pleaseeee
@Therealrichdude2 жыл бұрын
Nahhh! It's so much easier to connect the oil return line to the turbo first!!
@diyguy4462 жыл бұрын
Fair enough.. it was my first time thru on this job.... many learnings.
@TutorialPanda2 жыл бұрын
Save yall so much headach. reuse the old studs, do not use the ones from dorman. they sent e the wrong ones.
@jackharrisonford80619 ай бұрын
this car is a money pitt
@diyguy4469 ай бұрын
Isn't every vehicle a money pit.... our job is to limit the money going into the pit....🤪