are deisel turbos any different from gas ones? could i get two off say dodge cummins and make them work?

Originally posted by 300hp:
are deisel turbos any different from gas ones? could i get two off say dodge cummins and make them work? First of all, what are the turbos going on? 2nd, I'm not engine expert, but it's not worth getting turbos from a car/truck if they aren't built for you motor/combo. You want a turbo(s), I'd highly recommend you calling around and ask what types there are, and what would be a good set up for you. Remember, just because you yank a turbo or two off another vehicle, doesn't mean you're gonna haul ass. The bigger the turbo, the smaller the motor, the higher/more boost. Same goes the other way, the smaller the turbo, the bigger the motor means less boost. Even if you are able to use two cummings turbos for you car/truck, the money you'd have to spend modifying, adding parts, fabricating parts, etc., i'm sure for a couple $$$ more, you'd have yourself a kick ass NEW turbo kit, specifically made for you motor/car's set up. Think about it :cool:

Like LXS said, to get the maximum gains, you need to take into account the inlet/outlet, impeller, A/R ratio, etc. Lots of variables here, and the odds that production turbo car has what you need is slim.

My advice would be to get ahold of Turbodave here on the board. He works at Majestic Turbo here in DFW. Definately knows his stuff. Many local guys swear by him.


- Matt

They're the same ! how ever there is a great deal of engineering to do. you will need alot of time and $$$. I have a twin turb 468 in my 67 and it was no easy task.I suggest that you do a great deal of study into this before you try it...Just my opinion.