How streetable is the GT3082R

[ehc14]

Big info thread as I have a few questions needing answers!

Mainly, my dad's friend does repos and got a talon with no title and a few parts on it and sold it to me for a few hundred bucks because he had nothing to do with it. I checked the serial code on the turbo to double check and it's a GT3082R ball bearing, good stuff! It looks like it may be an older one maybe? Also has a tubular manifold and 38mm Tial WG.
Anyways, I'm curious as to how streetable this thing is? And if it will be a solid turbo for my goals. Also plan on rewelding the wastegate to a better location.
Goals would be in the 450-475 AWHP range. Will be running basic bolt ons including FMIC, intake, BOV, exhaust, clutch, flywheel etc with a minor head build including 272 cams, springs, retainers, lifters. Will be tuning on link.
Also am curious how big of a pump/injectors I will need to safely tune on e85.

Thanks in advance!

Also unfortunately that is the only picture I snapped of the turbo setup

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Mod list is also short term, that is just what I will have by the time I bolt the turbo on.

 

[JusMX141]

Look for threads on the FP 3065...it's the same turbo.

 

[ehc14]

Look for threads on the FP 3065...it's the same turbo.

Didn't know that, will do! Thanks!
Also I've seen people mention that you've rebuilt there turbo across various build journals so I assume you know what you're talking about and I'm curious, can you tell if that looks like an older 30r? If a normal rebuild kit for a GT3082R is good on this? Just looks different than ones I've seen in the past but the serial tells me otherwise!

 

[JusMX141]

can you tell if that looks like an older 30r?

Could be anything from a 2876R to a 3582R....all look the same from the outside, which is why Garrett puts the part number on the center housing tag.

If a normal rebuild kit for a GT3082R is good on this?

You can't rebuild GT-series turbos- Garrett does not make the parts to achieve this. Some companies are now offering aftermarket parts to do so, but they're Chinese...and you MUST get the turbo VSR-balanced after performing such a service.

More on this: http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/turbo-system-tech/462209-rebuilding-garrett-bb-chras.html

 

[ehc14]

Could be anything from a 2876R to a 3582R....all look the same from the outside, which is why Garrett puts the part number on the center housing tag.

You can't rebuild GT-series turbos- Garrett does not make the parts to achieve this. Some companies are now offering aftermarket parts to do so, but they're Chinese...and you MUST get the turbo VSR-balanced after performing such a service.

More on this: http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/turbo-system-tech/462209-rebuilding-garrett-bb-chras.html

Here is the center housing tag (and I apologize for my lack of experience with these turbos!) Also the reason I ask about the rebuild kit is because I am not sure how long this turbo has been sitting for and wanted to rebuild to be safe. Do you have an opinion on that? Also a big thanks for the info you've given!

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[JusMX141]

Here is the center housing tag

700177-5014 = GT3082R.

Also the reason I ask about the rebuild kit is because I am not sure how long this turbo has been sitting for and wanted to rebuild to be safe. Do you have an opinion on that?

Again, you can't rebuild a ball bearing GT turbo. You have no choice but to run it- if it fails, you need a new CHRA at a cost of $800-$900.

 

[ehc14]

Yeah that's what I was asking, and there is my answer. Once again I appreciate the help. Any insight on the last part of this post? What I would need to run e85 with this setup?

 

[JusMX141]

I've never seen this turbo used without a ported T04S compressor cover- you're running a standard T04E cover as noted by the 3" inlet. I'd say it's pretty safe to expect this turbo to potentially be a surge MONSTER with enough boost considering the 30R turbine is quite undersized for the 35R compressor wheel as-is....when coupled with a tiny a/r DSM bolt-on turbine housing, the problem will only get worse.

 

[Michael@FP]

Yeah that's what I was asking, and there is my answer. Once again I appreciate the help. Any insight on the last part of this post? What I would need to run e85 with this setup?

We can do a TRBB which will tear it down, clean, inspect, replace gas control rings, and rebalance for $180.

Or I could do all of the above and replace it with our billet 76HTA wheel and T04S surge ported cover for $600. The 76HTA wheel is much better suited for that turbine and will meet your power requirements.

-Michael

 

[ehc14]

We can do a TRBB which will tear it down, clean, inspect, replace gas control rings, and rebalance for $180.

Or I could do all of the above and replace it with our billet 76HTA wheel and T04S surge ported cover for $600. The 76HTA wheel is much better suited for that turbine and will meet your power requirements.

-Michael

The second option actually sounds perfect. Give me a bit to get a solid plan set up and then I will come talk to you. Is it best to reach you on here?

Edit: just saw your signature. Will email you soon!

 

[rhamlinii]

We can do a TRBB which will tear it down, clean, inspect, replace gas control rings, and rebalance for $180.

Or I could do all of the above and replace it with our billet 76HTA wheel and T04S surge ported cover for $600. The 76HTA wheel is much better suited for that turbine and will meet your power requirements.

-Michael

I'm actually really interested in having the super 99 compressor wheel installed on my current Turbo. I was told only the 67mm or the HTA 105 wheel will work, but your not offering the super 99 wheel as a upgrade.

 

[iBoostDSM]

For your e85 needs, I would suggest atleast 1450cc injectors and a Walbro 450 e85 pump.