Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) What about an HTB2

[Todd F]

I might have an opportunity to pick up a used HTB2 62/14 with downpipe. So, my question is would this turbo be a good choice for my truck? Also what would be a fair price for the turbo and downpipe that has about 40K miles on it? I dont tow super heavy loads or often

 

[COWBOYDUALLY]

i have the 12cm with my HTB2, been a really good turbo for me, currently lookin for a second turbo for my twin setup. not sure how your 14 would do though, depends how you fuel..... jeremy

 

[Jetpilot]

Todd,



That turbo will do a great job for you. Personally I prefer the 14 housing to the 12 for backpressure issue. A new HTB2 goes for around $1475 and a downpipe runs around $150, I would say if the turbo is not too old and in good shape somewhere in the $800-$900 range would be good.



Doug



Doug Smith

 

[Todd F]

Thanks for the replies. By the sounds of it, I should not have any problems with turbo lag with the 14cm housing and a standard transmission.

 

[bmoeller]

I doubt spool-up will be an issue for you. They light up quick.



I finally have enough fuel to light my 40 the way I want it too.

 

[Dieselnutz]

That turbo will great for your truck. You have plenty of fuel for it.

 

[Got Smoke?]

I have the 64/14 Killer B2 and it spools just as quick as my stocker!

 

[Todd F]

I am just a little concerned about buying a wearable used part like a turbo. I was offered a new HTB2 for a great price, maybe I should go that route

 

[Got Smoke?]

I am just a little concerned about buying a wearable used part like a turbo. I was offered a new HTB2 for a great price, maybe I should go that route

I bought mine... . well traded... with either 3K or 5K miles on it. I've sled pulled 3 times on it, flog it everyday, and drive it everyday. Its great!



I pulled twice last weekend both times throwing 45PSI to it the whole length of the track coming out of the hole @ 4500 RPM's (turning 3300 I think going down the track?). Still driving great! Oo.

 

[bmoeller]

Bought my PDR40 from a fellow TDR member. Had maybe 20k miles on it. Probably has 60-65k miles on it now. Still feels like new. Has seen 45# a few times. Buried the pyro once, too, on the dyno. 16-1700* maybe, very briefly.