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4-20sx · 11-30-2003, 10:26 PM

well i bought this turbine....from a friend of mines...i need to know wat kind of turbo this is and my is the exhaust part of the turbine look different....and so is the intake side...i need answers!....iono wat kind of turbo this is....

4-20sx · 11-30-2003, 10:29 PM

heres the intake side

Evil S14 · 12-01-2003, 01:39 PM

the pic is way to dark and blurry to tell

TheSparo · 12-01-2003, 02:00 PM

wild guess... DSM turbo?

Nismopu · 12-01-2003, 02:30 PM

It looks like it says AiResearch on it? Maybe a T3 style of some sort? It has a good wastegate design!

Muzzy · 12-01-2003, 02:37 PM

nope....its a KKK or IHI turbo.. i know i have seen that before. the exhaust is T3 but the compressor is either KKK or IHI..i cant remember.

4-20sx · 12-01-2003, 05:03 PM

heres a few better pictures.....can u guys give me exact details on this turbine...thx alot for ur help..

4-20sx · 12-01-2003, 05:05 PM

another...this pics are big....so bear wit em for u 56kerz..haha

4-20sx · 12-01-2003, 05:07 PM

last one..

Nismopu · 12-01-2003, 07:04 PM

What does it say on the front? Measure the turbine inlet also, far as how wide it is and how tall it is.

Muzzy · 12-01-2003, 09:03 PM

nvm....its jus an AiResearch T3....probobly a .48/.48 .....could be a .60/.48 like the one i had

driftstyre · 12-01-2003, 09:38 PM

Its from a Ford 2.3 liter 8V turbo motor found in the Merker XR4Ti, old SVO Mustang and I think the Thunderbird.

4-20sx · 12-02-2003, 01:49 AM

damn iono wat it is....lol...u guys mentioned a couple of things but im still lost on wat it is....it says air research on it though....

Nismopu · 12-02-2003, 05:27 AM

Nope its not off of a T-bird either! Unless you unbolted the turbine housing and rotated it, which by the looks of it....i would say no. Measure the inlet of the turbing to tell what size T3 flange you have then you can call AiResearch or Garett basically in cahoots with eachother. They will be able to tell you which vehicle it came off of. Basically its a T3 of somesort doesnt really matter where it came from!

Also it appears to be of good design, T3 flange, seperate wastegate port, and watercooled. All things people should want in a nice junkyard turbo nab, so GOOD LUCK man!

4-20sx · 12-02-2003, 11:04 AM

u guys say measure the turbine inlet....in wat...inchs, centimeter, ect?.....and look at the design of the exhaust side of the turbine...why is it different from other turbines?....wat part would be needed to fit that piece to connect down to the downpipe...thx alot again for ur help guys...

HiPSI · 12-02-2003, 11:13 AM

why would you buy a turbo that you don't know anything about like most importantly size?

looks to me like a saab or volvo T3 setup, but they're all basically the same between the saab/ford/volvo factory T3's, just a bit different housings and slightly different a/r's.

4-20sx · 12-02-2003, 11:41 AM

well i bought it becuase it was at a VERY good price from a friend...and a turbine is a turbine either way you know...i ask questions to find answers an if thats wrong then MY BADDD...but from the looks of things.......answers are coming my way and proving me wit more information than i knew from before so keep them coming and ill measure the inlet wen i get home and let u guys know wat size it is...

Nismopu · 12-02-2003, 11:43 AM

I dont think its a saab either, Saabs mostly had KKK turbochargers. Could be from a very early Volvo they had this inlet design but on the later ones they had a throat on the inlet.

Yes measure it in inches

That wwasgate is better because it doesnt directly interfere with the exhaust flow exiting the turbine, unlike youre traditional internally regulated turbocharger.

To make a downpipe, first youre going to need a flange and the best way to do that is probably trace the design of the exhaust housing. Transfer your traced piece to some flat stock steel and cut it out if you wish but I would prefer to spend the extra cash and have one machined for like $30. I am sure there is a local college more than willing to do it that has a machining program.

Get some appropriately sized stainless U-bends and take it to a good exhaust shop they should be able to hook you up.

Good Luck!

Muzzy · 12-02-2003, 04:56 PM

i know its not from a merkur and not from any late 80s volvo

but i do know this...its a turbo, its T3, and its bigger then a T25 and will flow better then a T25 or dsm turbo.

*Jeff240sx* · 12-02-2003, 06:14 PM

Most definatly a t3 turbo. As far as exact specs, you need to remove the housings and measure the inducer/exducer sizes, as well as the housings (unless a number like .48 is stamped on it).
Now my 2 questions:
1) Are you using a camera phone? If so, I'd borrow or use a real digital camera next time you need info that can only be gathered through detailed pics.
2) Itsn't it harder to type " wat u want. wen i am wit da boyz." than to type in english?
-Jeff

Nismopu · 12-03-2003, 01:11 AM

Isnt a Merkur XR4ti the same as a T-bird? Couldve sworn they were, couldve been on a volvo....there was a specific year of VOLV whos head bolts onto the the 2.3 LOL

12-01-2003, 01:39 PM	#3
Evil S14 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Indianapolis/Bloomington Age: 41 Posts: 610 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	the pic is way to dark and blurry to tell __________________ image exceeds forum limit -Moderation

12-01-2003, 02:00 PM	#4
TheSparo Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Athens/Chattanooga/ Cookeville/Morristown, TN Age: 39 Posts: 1,141 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	wild guess... DSM turbo? __________________ 89 240 SR powered... ummm i promise its stock

12-01-2003, 02:30 PM	#5
Nismopu Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Vancouver,WA Posts: 47 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	It looks like it says AiResearch on it? Maybe a T3 style of some sort? It has a good wastegate design! __________________ Driving faster excites the senses and makes you more aware of your surroundings. A.K.A a better driver!

12-01-2003, 02:37 PM	#6
Muzzy Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: TX Posts: 1,555 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	nope....its a KKK or IHI turbo.. i know i have seen that before. the exhaust is T3 but the compressor is either KKK or IHI..i cant remember. __________________ lemme have a dollar

12-01-2003, 07:04 PM	#10
Nismopu Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Vancouver,WA Posts: 47 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	What does it say on the front? Measure the turbine inlet also, far as how wide it is and how tall it is. __________________ Driving faster excites the senses and makes you more aware of your surroundings. A.K.A a better driver!

12-01-2003, 09:03 PM	#11
Muzzy Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: TX Posts: 1,555 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	nvm....its jus an AiResearch T3....probobly a .48/.48 .....could be a .60/.48 like the one i had __________________ lemme have a dollar

12-01-2003, 09:38 PM	#12
driftstyre Zilvia.net Advertiser Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Boston Age: 46 Posts: 748 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	Its from a Ford 2.3 liter 8V turbo motor found in the Merker XR4Ti, old SVO Mustang and I think the Thunderbird.

12-02-2003, 01:49 AM	#13
4-20sx Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: los angeles Age: 40 Posts: 2,113 Trader Rating: (50) Feedback Score: 50 reviews	damn iono wat it is....lol...u guys mentioned a couple of things but im still lost on wat it is....it says air research on it though.... __________________ "get that nacho out of my face"

12-02-2003, 05:27 AM	#14
Nismopu Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Vancouver,WA Posts: 47 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Nope its not off of a T-bird either! Unless you unbolted the turbine housing and rotated it, which by the looks of it....i would say no. Measure the inlet of the turbing to tell what size T3 flange you have then you can call AiResearch or Garett basically in cahoots with eachother. They will be able to tell you which vehicle it came off of. Basically its a T3 of somesort doesnt really matter where it came from! Also it appears to be of good design, T3 flange, seperate wastegate port, and watercooled. All things people should want in a nice junkyard turbo nab, so GOOD LUCK man! __________________ Driving faster excites the senses and makes you more aware of your surroundings. A.K.A a better driver!

12-02-2003, 11:04 AM	#15
4-20sx Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: los angeles Age: 40 Posts: 2,113 Trader Rating: (50) Feedback Score: 50 reviews	u guys say measure the turbine inlet....in wat...inchs, centimeter, ect?.....and look at the design of the exhaust side of the turbine...why is it different from other turbines?....wat part would be needed to fit that piece to connect down to the downpipe...thx alot again for ur help guys... __________________ "get that nacho out of my face"

12-02-2003, 11:13 AM	#16
HiPSI Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Buford, GA Posts: 522 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	why would you buy a turbo that you don't know anything about like most importantly size? looks to me like a saab or volvo T3 setup, but they're all basically the same between the saab/ford/volvo factory T3's, just a bit different housings and slightly different a/r's. __________________ SR motor set/clip $2500+, FMIC kit $700+, Downpipe $100+, 3" exhaust $500+, Misc install parts $100+, Shop labor for install $1000+ and you still only make 220rwhp for $5000 so what's so CHEAP about the SR swap again?

12-02-2003, 11:41 AM	#17
4-20sx Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: los angeles Age: 40 Posts: 2,113 Trader Rating: (50) Feedback Score: 50 reviews	well i bought it becuase it was at a VERY good price from a friend...and a turbine is a turbine either way you know...i ask questions to find answers an if thats wrong then MY BADDD...but from the looks of things.......answers are coming my way and proving me wit more information than i knew from before so keep them coming and ill measure the inlet wen i get home and let u guys know wat size it is... __________________ "get that nacho out of my face"

12-02-2003, 11:43 AM	#18
Nismopu Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Vancouver,WA Posts: 47 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I dont think its a saab either, Saabs mostly had KKK turbochargers. Could be from a very early Volvo they had this inlet design but on the later ones they had a throat on the inlet. Yes measure it in inches That wwasgate is better because it doesnt directly interfere with the exhaust flow exiting the turbine, unlike youre traditional internally regulated turbocharger. To make a downpipe, first youre going to need a flange and the best way to do that is probably trace the design of the exhaust housing. Transfer your traced piece to some flat stock steel and cut it out if you wish but I would prefer to spend the extra cash and have one machined for like $30. I am sure there is a local college more than willing to do it that has a machining program. Get some appropriately sized stainless U-bends and take it to a good exhaust shop they should be able to hook you up. Good Luck! __________________ Driving faster excites the senses and makes you more aware of your surroundings. A.K.A a better driver!

12-02-2003, 04:56 PM	#19
Muzzy Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: TX Posts: 1,555 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i know its not from a merkur and not from any late 80s volvo but i do know this...its a turbo, its T3, and its bigger then a T25 and will flow better then a T25 or dsm turbo. __________________ lemme have a dollar

12-02-2003, 06:14 PM	#20
Jeff240sx I hate you too... Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Tampa, FL Age: 42 Posts: 5,828 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: Jeff240sx Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Most definatly a t3 turbo. As far as exact specs, you need to remove the housings and measure the inducer/exducer sizes, as well as the housings (unless a number like .48 is stamped on it). Now my 2 questions: 1) Are you using a camera phone? If so, I'd borrow or use a real digital camera next time you need info that can only be gathered through detailed pics. 2) Itsn't it harder to type " wat u want. wen i am wit da boyz." than to type in english? -Jeff __________________ Whatup?

12-03-2003, 01:11 AM	#21
Nismopu Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Vancouver,WA Posts: 47 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Isnt a Merkur XR4ti the same as a T-bird? Couldve sworn they were, couldve been on a volvo....there was a specific year of VOLV whos head bolts onto the the 2.3 LOL __________________ Driving faster excites the senses and makes you more aware of your surroundings. A.K.A a better driver!

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