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    Since I can't seem to sell this damn Powerstroke turbo, should I go ahead and use it on my 289? I was gonna get a T70 (or similar size) but my budget kinda needs the sell of this thing to support it.

    The only issues I know about the PS is that it is huge, small turbine, and they have oiling issues. Is that enough to dictate not using it?
    Putting warheads on foreheads since 2004

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  • #2
    Yes. Get a properly sized turbo, they can be had for as little as $550, new.

    What A/R is the turbine?
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    • #3
      It has 1.10 stamped on it, that one?
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      • #4
        Little big for a 289, be kinda laggy. I ran a .68 and stepped up to a .96 on my stock short block 302. So it could work, but maybe not optimum.
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        • #5
          Ya, I've heard it's like a 67mm, then add the 1.10AR. Other people have run them on 302's, mine isn't too much smaller than that.
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          • #6
            As I understand it with the powerstroke turbo its not the exhaust is the compressor side that has problems. I can't remember if its cause they choke or surge to much but either way not optimum and they have a funky oil drain setup. Ditch that thing, they aren't worth much and get the right turbo
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            • #7
              Help me sell it then. Is $250 too much to ask for?
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              • #8
                Originally posted by Z06killinsbf View Post
                Help me sell it then. Is $250 too much to ask for?
                To a mustang owner yes, to a diesel guy who wants a good sock replacement no. Put it on craigslist.
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                • #9
                  I have. No bites.
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                  • #10
                    Sounds like its time for a price drop.
                    That MF'er is prolly so fast it would be like riding a big giant can of rape named bubba just outta prison set free in a girls college dorm.

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