[Vwdiesel] Turbo-determining if it's working or not ?

[Mike & Coreen Smith]

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Hi Guys,

I just bought an 88 Jetta Turbo diesel. 1.6L . No idea how many valves.
How can I tell if the "turbo" part is working?  I know little to nothing about diesels and less about testing the turbo.
Some of the guys at work seem to think I should hear it whining and claim it turns VERRRY fast ! (30k RPM some said,hmmm)

The car seems gutless (maybe it should seem that way, LOL)  Less power than my old 1989 Ford Escort 1.9L station wagon.

Any quick and easy way to tell?

Thanks

Mike ve9aa

Mike, Coreen & Corey Smith
271 Smith Rd
Waterville, NB
E2V 3V6
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