[Vwdiesel] AHU Turbo wanted. Might turn '98 Jetta FS

[Gary Bangs]

You can replace only the turbo 'cartridge' with a reman and save a bunch 
of money.
No need to replace the entire manifold assy.

-Gary


On 09/29/2010 11:30 PM, brian hoeft wrote:
> Hi list,
>
> Finally got to look at a late 97 build (98) Jetta TDI my friend picked up
> here in the Poconos.
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> After fixing a few vacuum issues and poorly secured conections, its starts
> and runs(idles) fine.
>
> Problem is, hold the pedal down and it barely rev's past 3k RPM. From how
> the ECU was mounted (wasnt) I thought maybe it got damp and the MAP sensor
> had issues or the hose being routed wrong was pinched or clogged, but nope..
> Pulled the intake off and found the compressor wheel binding, F'K..
>
> Sooo, anybody have a turbo? cheap? '98 AHU, Turbo. This is the novel piece
> of engineering that incorporates the turbine side into the Exh.Mani. so its
> the whole shabang unless someones got a cracked EM from which I can swap the
> CHRA.
>
> Also, looking at option's if theres BTDT going big turbo. I might have a
> lead on a K04 setup. I've done odd stuff before like flipping manifolds and
> mocking up flanges or fluid lines but would like to hear of others'
> experience with a factory oriented upgrade.
>
> If these options don't pan out, he may wind up selling a car thats good
> otherwise if someone wants to send some offers..
>
> Thanks!
> -Brian
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