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      04-17-2018, 10:41 AM   #32
Jeff@TopGearSolutions
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Originally Posted by GEOS07335i View Post
I think my OEM turbos are on the way out. I keep getting smoke on cold start where engine idles below 1000 rpm. It goes away after a little driving. No water in the oil. It's not blue smoke. If I had to guess it's blown seal in the rear turbo. I see a little oil on my DP's. VCG has been replaced.

Anyway looking for a cost effective alternative to the OEM's Are there any options in the $1000-$1500 range.

What's the typical cost to install?

The only options that I have found are:


Are there another options?My intentions would be to add inlets/outlets and stg2 LPFP on e40. I believe I already have the other supporting mods: FMIC,DP's,CP,DCI, new plugs, coils walnut blasting, upgraded PCV.

I'm assuming at this point I'd be maxing out the auto trans, fuel system and turbo's efficiency.
Not sure if anyone mentioned it yet but Pure Stage 1 should be considered in this thread.

I can't link back to my site in non classified sections otherwise I'd send a link.
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