Turbocharger Help!

[1978Nova350]

I just came across a Garret T3 Turbocharger andI was wondering if it will fit onto my Nova, its a 1978 with a 350. If it will fit, any idea on cost to install? I'm getting a smoking deal on the part, I jsut dont know if itwill even work or how much to get it installed!

Thanks

[Frasers73]

there are several issues you may want to research before you buy this turbo.

If you are getting a smoking deal, chances are the turbo is shot. Do some research on shaft play and allowable tolerance for that model of turbo. Even better, find a shop locally that rebuilds turbos and take it to them to inspect it before you buy it.

You will have to re-route all of the exhaust pipes and have new manifolds custom made. There is also plumbing that has to happen for the oil supply to the turbo.

You will also need a new air intake set-up and ideally an intercooler.

I had a Ford Escort GT with an engine block deisgned for a turbo The manifold was available for purchase and so were most of the other parts, and still the cost would have still ended up being $900-$1500 (no labour included).

Not to rain on your parade, but you are looking at some pretty hefty coin to put together that kind of custom installation.

If you are really bent on it, there are thousands of webpages on how to do this kind of thing. Just do a google search and start reading.

It is posible, but costly.

Good Luck

Jonathan

[1978Nova350]

Bah, I'm over it, I dont need it :-P