Re: pair of 5000s in limbo

[Tom Nas <tnas@euronet.nl>]

Robert Myers <rmyers@inetone.net> wrote:
>
>It might be interesting to find out how the diagnoses were made.  What
>determines (in the mind of the one who makes the diagnosis) whether a new
>turbo is needed ot not?
>
>Low boost = bad turbo?  Not likely.  Low boost often = bad leaks in the
>induction system.  Schrapnel in the induction system?  Perhaps the turbo
>actually is shot.

I believe it was shrapnel, plus huge smoke clouds on startup and
acceleration. Not to mention sluggish behaviour and low/no boost.
>
>Or is the main symptom a fat wallet in need of liposuction?

Naah, I know who diagnosed the car. He's OK, I don't think he'd try to
inflate the bill (he's just a mechanic who's proud of his work, just wants
to do a good job- not make his boss even richer. A rare specimen).
>
>Is it time, perhaps, for a second opinion?

That's for sure.

Tom

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