Bad Turbo?

[94_eclipse]

I just got a turbo and side mount intercooler for my 94 eclipse non turbo. This summer i plan on having it all finished. The turbo and side mount came out of a 91 eclipse. But what i am not sure about is how to check the turbo to make sure its ok. He said it ran fine but id like to be able to check the turbo out before i get any further and find out its bad. Any help on how to check it i would be thankful. Thanks!

 

[tom04841]

First, check for shaft play. Grab the nut on the compressor side, and wiggle it up and down. A LITTLE up and down is ok. Not try to move it in and out. There should be NO play this way.

If that checks out, you should be ok.....besides the shaft seal, which needs to have oil to it to check.

 

[mitsured420]

Also check the turbine housing for cracks around the waste gate and make sure threre is no obvious drag when you spin the comp wheel.

 

[94_eclipse]

Ok thanks guys. Also Mitsured420... When you said that it should spin freely, how free? like if i whip it with my finger should it keep spinning? because mine does not do that. Thanks

 

[boostnhard]

Not like that either. just that you dont fell any force when trying to spin it(should spin freely)

 

[94_eclipse]

Ok guys, thanks alot for all your help. I will check that when i get home from work today. Also while im on here, will it hurt it i put it in a parts washer to clean it up?