How much does it cost to rebuild a Garrett turbo?

Turbo rebuild costs can vary drastically if you have damaged major components. Rebuilds start at $400 for standard journal bearing turbos, and $550 for ball bearing turbos, but remember the price will go up from there if you have damaged major components.

How much does it cost to rebuild a turbo?

Normal range from an experienced turbo repair shop for a typical rebuild would be $275-400 which covers parts and labor (depending on the turbo model/cost of parts). This would include a complete tear down and cleaning/blasting of every single part, new bearings, thrust components, seals, and rebalance.

Can EFR turbo be rebuilt?

Original BorgWarner EFR Cartridges are a low-cost way to rebuild an EFR Turbo. In the past you always have to buy a new Super Core, which included a new compressor housing. But normaly only the bearings or a turbine / compressor wheel is damaged. Otherwise you need a Super Core or a complete new turbo!

Is rebuilding a turbo hard?

Turbochargers are expensive. Much like aging diesel engines, the turbochargers equipped on them don’t have to be thrown away when they need a little freshening up, they can be rebuilt easily, and on the cheap.

Are remanufactured turbos any good?

A genuine remanufactured turbocharger may be a cost-effective, high-performance option when rebuilding an engine or replacing a turbocharger. If reliability and availability drive your bottom line, professionally remanufactured turbochargers are a cost-effective solution for keeping your equipment up and running.

How do I know what Borg Warner Turbo I have?

Nameplate

  1. 1) OEM part number: Part number given to the turbocharger by the vehicle/engine manufacturer.
  2. 2) Serial number: The serial number is unique to each single turbocharger.
  3. 3) BW part number: Part number given to the turbocharger by BorgWarner (former 3K/Schwitzer part number).

Can I rebuild turbo myself?

Much like aging diesel engines, the turbochargers equipped on them don’t have to be thrown away when they need a little freshening up, they can be rebuilt easily, and on the cheap.