Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) How long will a turbo last?

[Turbo Trucker]

Just wondering, the miles are starting to get up there (130k). I change my oil every 5k and give the turbo plenty of cool down time after hard runs.

 

[CumminsPuller]

Turbo Trucker!!!!!!!

Hey buddy I think you still have along way to go before your turbo goes... ..... I am at 139,000 miles and pull a 40' dual tandem gooseneck everyday. The empty weight on the trailer is 8000lbs... ... Hope this helps and good luck to ya!!!!!



Jason

 

[Steve St.Laurent]

I've got 108,000 on my heavily abused HX35. The compressor section is brown from heat (passed that pretty golden hue a LONG time ago ). This turbo has seen 43 psi daily for the last 40,000 miles and 35 psi daily for the 40,000 previous to that. Lots of towing, 400+ drag strip runs, etc.

 

[The patriot]

Cooldowns and clean oil. Youre doing the right things. I'd guess it's about 1/3 used up.

Eric

 

[slo-ryde]

Holset website (www.holset.co.uk) says the turbo should last for the life of the truck. I guess you'll have to figure out exactly what that means.



They also have excellent data on cooldowns, proper feeding of your turbo and service manuals.