taking off turbo mani without dropping turbo

[cr00k_lyn]

Im in the process of taking of my megan turbo mani, and i wanted to know is there any way to get if off without dropping the whole turbo? and if so what tools u used to between the tight fit.


thanks in advance

[icantdrift]

it's a bitch but can be done with the turbo and turbo extension still connected. the only real way to get it out like this is to unbolt the downpipe, 02 sensor, manfold from the head (this is assuming you've already removed the intake/hotpipe and elbows from the turbo along with water/oil lines). then unbolt the dipstick from the water outlet, pull the upper radiator hose, and unbolt/remove the water outlet from the head. i've done it like that and gotten it all out as one piece, but it's quite the pain in the ass even with all that stuff removed. if you're feeling real ambitious remove the steering shaft too, that will make life much easier.

[420sx]

save yourself the pain in the ass and disconnect the turbo