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nismomel · 03-06-2012, 08:50 PM

Anyone here ever use a stock eBay turbo for the red top? If so how long has it been in use? Any suggestions or opinions on whether I should get one would be great....

tapdeznutz · 03-07-2012, 01:39 PM

good question, subscribed. besides they are so cheap, for a couple hundred bucks you can worst case replace it every year lol

Edwin562 · 03-07-2012, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by tapdeznutz

good question, subscribed. besides they are so cheap, for a couple hundred bucks you can worst case replace it every year lol

But in a long run you will spend more money and time to replace it than just saving up and doing right the first time, without having a doubt.

Frank_Jaeger · 03-07-2012, 02:48 PM

As I understand it those turbos are hit or miss. Sometimes they'll blow after a couple revs after startup and others will last a while (thousands of miles). They are warranted though.

You'd be better off saving a while and getting a new brand-name turbo. Used turbos can be just as bad.

nismomel · 03-07-2012, 10:22 PM

Well I saw a used garret t25 for 190 shipped... Add says minimal shaft play and it spins freely... I think it had 7 days warranty... I don't see why it would be a bad buy but everyone is always talking negative about eBay so I just want some input... Buy or no buy?

Frank_Jaeger · 03-08-2012, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by nismomel

Well I saw a used garret t25 for 190 shipped... Add says minimal shaft play and it spins freely... I think it had 7 days warranty... I don't see why it would be a bad buy but everyone is always talking negative about eBay so I just want some input... Buy or no buy?

Just know there's a risk with used turbos, don't buy it if you're not prepared to handle them.

Also it's not eBay that's bad, it's some of the lesser brands that show up on there. It's not like a brand new Garrett on eBay's going to be bad. Some used ones should be okay too, use discretion.

iBlaze240 · 03-08-2012, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Frank_Jaeger

Just know there's a risk with used turbos, don't buy it if you're not prepared to handle them.

Also it's not eBay that's bad, it's some of the lesser brands that show up on there. It's not like a brand new Garrett on eBay's going to be bad. Some used ones should be okay too, use discretion.

I don't think he is talking about a Garrett turbo, I believe he is referring to the lesser, chinese-made turbos. Please don't buy those, just buy a used GOOD turbo, and rebuild it. It doesn't take a genius to rebuild them.

nismomel · 03-08-2012, 06:37 PM

Ok I think I'll just go for it... If anything I'll rebuild it... like Iblaze says...

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Originally Posted by Frank_Jaeger

Just know there's a risk with used turbos, don't buy it if you're not prepared to handle them.

Also it's not eBay that's bad, it's some of the lesser brands that show up on there. It's not like a brand new Garrett on eBay's going to be bad. Some used ones should be okay too, use discretion.

*StryfeS13* · 03-08-2012, 06:42 PM

Have you considered the ISIS t25 replacement turbo?

I wouldn't really believe the 275HP(at the wheels at least) @ 12 psi as it says on enjuku, but ISIS isn't that bad and I'd use it at like stock boost (7lbs)

*ISIS T25/T28 Replacement Turbo - Nissan SR20DET - Enjuku Racing Parts, LLC

bluekouki · 03-08-2012, 06:45 PM

i have a used t25 for $150 shipped

nismomel · 03-08-2012, 10:37 PM

Hey I might just go for this... Correct me if I'm wrong.. The t28 is from the blacktop? This Isis turbo will bolt right up no problem right?

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Originally Posted by StryfeS13

Have you considered the ISIS t25 replacement turbo?

I wouldn't really believe the 275HP(at the wheels at least) @ 12 psi as it says on enjuku, but ISIS isn't that bad and I'd use it at like stock boost (7lbs)

*ISIS T25/T28 Replacement Turbo - Nissan SR20DET - Enjuku Racing Parts, LLC

nismomel · 03-08-2012, 10:40 PM

Pm me how many miles on it?

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Originally Posted by bluekouki

i have a used t25 for $150 shipped

*StryfeS13* · 03-08-2012, 10:43 PM

Yeah man the T28 ball bearing came on S14 SR's in general I'm pretty sure, and the S15's have dual ball bearing, I believe an S15 turbo is a GT28RS but I might be wrong.

Anyway, I'm sure that ISIS turbo will be good, and if not it has a warranty. You could always pick up a used S14 T28 and make great power for a daily driver/drifter.

nismomel · 03-08-2012, 11:56 PM

Cool I'll be getting that Isis turbo tomorrow

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Originally Posted by StryfeS13

Yeah man the T28 ball bearing came on S14 SR's in general I'm pretty sure, and the S15's have dual ball bearing, I believe an S15 turbo is a GT28RS but I might be wrong.

Anyway, I'm sure that ISIS turbo will be good, and if not it has a warranty. You could always pick up a used S14 T28 and make great power for a daily driver/drifter.

*StryfeS13* · 03-09-2012, 12:16 AM

Yeah make sure to get the drain and feed line for it too.

freeagent3117 · 03-09-2012, 10:11 PM

I bought the ISIS turbo and it has slower spool, but it has more high range power. It has a 1 year warranty thru enjucku so how can you go wrong. It fit great with their SS turbo line kit. I'm very pleased with my results.

nismomel · 03-09-2012, 10:57 PM

Sounds good... How many miles you have on it?

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Originally Posted by freeagent3117

I bought the ISIS turbo and it has slower spool, but it has more high range power. It has a 1 year warranty thru enjucku so how can you go wrong. It fit great with their SS turbo line kit. I'm very pleased with my results.

90pearlz · 03-10-2012, 05:58 PM

Interesting, I'm about to buy a rebuilt T25 from a vendor on here for very close to the same price as the ISIS replacement. Anyone with experience with one of these please let us know.

nassin31spr · 03-10-2012, 06:08 PM

Yeah, I bought a Isis t25 turbo with a 86 ar exhaust wheel after my gt28rs took a crap. Honestly I love it. It boosts to 13psi with no problems. It's laggy til 7psi but has a great power band. I've put about 3500 miles on it so far with no hiccups. Turbos are hit an miss. I had a a small leak in my oil inlet and it blew my gt turbo. I'll never buy one again.

90pearlz · 03-10-2012, 07:58 PM

Thanks for the quick reply, I appreciate it. I think I'll give it a shot. If there's any key else please speak up. Thanks

Karlitos · 03-10-2012, 08:31 PM

From what Ive heard from some local shops, chinabay(knockoff) turbos can be rebuilt with garret internals. The shop builds tons of evos, and they ordered a ebay turbo for the shop car to test the theory. Tolerances were a bit higher, but not everywhere, and not extreme. Did a little machine work and ordered garret internals, and ended up with a garret turbo for about half the price. Its been fine thus far. He said theyre going to order another one to see how consistent it is. Just throwing another option out there.

nismomel · 03-10-2012, 09:11 PM

Seems like too much work... But still a great option... I ordered the Isis turbo I'll let u guys know what it's like...

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Originally Posted by Karlitos

From what Ive heard from some local shops, chinabay(knockoff) turbos can be rebuilt with garret internals. The shop builds tons of evos, and they ordered a ebay turbo for the shop car to test the theory. Tolerances were a bit higher, but not everywhere, and not extreme. Did a little machine work and ordered garret internals, and ended up with a garret turbo for about half the price. Its been fine thus far. He said theyre going to order another one to see how consistent it is. Just throwing another option out there.

Pinggg · 03-10-2012, 09:13 PM

ISIS turbo are a great bang for the buck! I know a few local guys around here that run them with no complaint and if anything happens Ken/BG @ Enjuku will get you taken care of.

nismomel · 03-10-2012, 10:40 PM

Has anyone dynoed their car after installing their Isis turbo? Iv got a pretty much stock setup I wanna kno what kind of power I'm looking at

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Originally Posted by Pinggg

ISIS turbo are a great bang for the buck! I know a few local guys around here that run them with no complaint and if anything happens Ken/BG @ Enjuku will get you taken care of.

Pinggg · 03-10-2012, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by nismomel

Has anyone dynoed their car after installing their Isis turbo? Iv got a pretty much stock setup I wanna kno what kind of power I'm looking at

Search YouTube. They are their just gotta search.
And you are asking for a stock replacement turbo aren't you? So don't expect like a HUGE difference in power.

nismomel · 03-10-2012, 11:05 PM

Yea I'm not.. Enjuku says 275hp but I doubt it... Iv searched it everyone's got extra mods that I don't have...

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Originally Posted by Pinggg

Search YouTube. They are their just gotta search.
And you are asking for a stock replacement turbo aren't you? So don't expect like a HUGE difference in power.

Pinggg · 03-10-2012, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by nismomel

Yea I'm not.. Enjuku says 275hp but I doubt it... Iv searched it everyone's got extra mods that I don't have...

It's a T25?..

who care's what it makes.

If you want to make a little more power or whatever just save up and get a t28 or a gt28 or it's equivalents.

nismomel · 03-10-2012, 11:26 PM

Uhhh no its half t28... If you don't have the answer to what I'm asking you don't have to keep posting

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Originally Posted by Pinggg

It's a T25?..

who care's what it makes.

If you want to make a little more power or whatever just save up and get a t28 or a gt28 or it's equivalents.

Pinggg · 03-10-2012, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by nismomel

Uhhh no its half t28... If you don't have the answer to what I'm asking you don't have to keep posting

Just trying to help out bud, goodluck.

90pearlz · 03-11-2012, 12:11 AM

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nismomel Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: United States Posts: 24 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Stock eBay turbo???.. Anyone here ever use a stock eBay turbo for the red top? If so how long has it been in use? Any suggestions or opinions on whether I should get one would be great....

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freeagent3117 Zilvia Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Arkansas Posts: 237 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	I bought the ISIS turbo and it has slower spool, but it has more high range power. It has a 1 year warranty thru enjucku so how can you go wrong. It fit great with their SS turbo line kit. I'm very pleased with my results. __________________

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nassin31spr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: clay town NC Age: 41 Posts: 437 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Yeah, I bought a Isis t25 turbo with a 86 ar exhaust wheel after my gt28rs took a crap. Honestly I love it. It boosts to 13psi with no problems. It's laggy til 7psi but has a great power band. I've put about 3500 miles on it so far with no hiccups. Turbos are hit an miss. I had a a small leak in my oil inlet and it blew my gt turbo. I'll never buy one again. __________________ *"Home is where the armor is"*

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Karlitos Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: SF - Bay Age: 28 Posts: 925 Trader Rating: (15) Feedback Score: 15 reviews	From what Ive heard from some local shops, chinabay(knockoff) turbos can be rebuilt with garret internals. The shop builds tons of evos, and they ordered a ebay turbo for the shop car to test the theory. Tolerances were a bit higher, but not everywhere, and not extreme. Did a little machine work and ordered garret internals, and ended up with a garret turbo for about half the price. Its been fine thus far. He said theyre going to order another one to see how consistent it is. Just throwing another option out there. __________________ '95 240sx \| '01 Mazda Miata \| '18 Tesla Model 3

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03-07-2012, 01:39 PM	#2
tapdeznutz Nissanaholic! Join Date: May 2011 Location: Long Beach Age: 41 Posts: 1,801 Trader Rating: (50) Feedback Score: 50 reviews	good question, subscribed. besides they are so cheap, for a couple hundred bucks you can worst case replace it every year lol

03-07-2012, 02:48 PM	#4
Frank_Jaeger Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Port Charlotte, Florida Age: 29 Posts: 1,352 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	As I understand it those turbos are hit or miss. Sometimes they'll blow after a couple revs after startup and others will last a while (thousands of miles). They are warranted though. You'd be better off saving a while and getting a new brand-name turbo. Used turbos can be just as bad.

03-07-2012, 10:22 PM	#5
nismomel Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: United States Posts: 24 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Well I saw a used garret t25 for 190 shipped... Add says minimal shaft play and it spins freely... I think it had 7 days warranty... I don't see why it would be a bad buy but everyone is always talking negative about eBay so I just want some input... Buy or no buy?

03-08-2012, 06:45 PM	#10
bluekouki Leaky Injector Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: new york Age: 39 Posts: 62 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	i have a used t25 for $150 shipped

03-10-2012, 05:58 PM	#18
90pearlz Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sacramento,CA Age: 35 Posts: 440 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	Interesting, I'm about to buy a rebuilt T25 from a vendor on here for very close to the same price as the ISIS replacement. Anyone with experience with one of these please let us know.

03-10-2012, 07:58 PM	#20
90pearlz Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sacramento,CA Age: 35 Posts: 440 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	Thanks for the quick reply, I appreciate it. I think I'll give it a shot. If there's any key else please speak up. Thanks

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Pinggg Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Coconut Creek, Florida Age: 28 Posts: 1,255 Trader Rating: (22) Feedback Score: 22 reviews	ISIS turbo are a great bang for the buck! I know a few local guys around here that run them with no complaint and if anything happens Ken/BG @ Enjuku will get you taken care of.

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