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Retro fitting a Turbo - 12/11/2007 4:20:44 AM

Zulucowboy

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My 81 123 300d came standard with no turbo. What would the implications be to fit one. Obviously power gain etc... but getting the manifold etc, any advice appreciated.

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RE: Retro fitting a Turbo - 12/11/2007 8:18:36 AM

ForcedInduction

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Significantly shortened engine life and NO power gain. A turbo cannot be added, the engine can't handle the added thermal and pressure stresses.

If you want a turbo, buy a turbo engine and swap engines.

< Message edited by ForcedInduction -- 12/11/2007 8:19:01 AM >

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1980 240D 3.0VNT 222K Miles. OM617.95, GT2256V VNT turbo, 4-speed manual, 3.46 diff, 15mm rear swaybar, ALDA removed, no EGR and Amsoil by-pass oil filter. Currently 107HP and 195lb/ft of torque at the wheels.

www.youtube.com/Turbo617

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