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• What do I have and will it work??? (Turbo question) by masterbeavis on 31 May, 2013 12:55
• This turbo was given to me by a buddy. It was off of a Quantum diesel. (Rear wheel drive). I will try to upload pics, all I know is its a Garret.
  
  Will the exhaust clear my booster/shift linkage with a tight bend on the exhaust? 
  
  
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• #1 by masterbeavis on 31 May, 2013 13:05
• No dice on the upload, but the tag on the turbo reads as follows:
  
  068145703B
  465384 1
  KG 0332 A
  
  
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• #2 by libbydiesel on 31 May, 2013 13:46
• The Quantums were front wheel drive or all-wheel drive.  No rear wheel drive mk1s or mk2s other than the vanagon.
  
  Regardless, if it came off a Quantum it will definitely work on a Quantum.  If your vehicle isn't a quantum you might have issues.
• #3 by masterbeavis on 31 May, 2013 13:59
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  Some research on the web tells me its a Garrett TAO304, but not much else.
  
  
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• #4 by masterbeavis on 31 May, 2013 14:03
• My friend says Quantum, but it could be a Fox??  I have seen vw's with the motor installed longways.
  
  The vehicle it may go into is an '81 Caddy 1.6 NA.
  
  
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• #5 by DanV990 on 31 May, 2013 14:12
• The Quantum's engine was mounted longitudinally instead of transversely like the Rabbit, Golf & Jetta so you may need to get creative with your exhaust plumbing.
  
  
• #6 by libbydiesel on 31 May, 2013 15:39
• Yes, the fox, dasher, quantum were all longitudinal but still front wheel drive.  The turbo will work with the typical golf/jetta manifold.  I'm not sure if it will work with the longitudinal manifold.
• #7 by RabbitJockey on 31 May, 2013 16:29
• Quote from: libbydiesel on 31 May, 2013 15:39

  Yes, the fox, dasher, quantum were all longitudinal but still front wheel drive.  The turbo will work with the typical golf/jetta manifold.  I'm not sure if it will work with the longitudinal manifold.
  

  
  I dont think it will work on the quantum exhaust manifold
• #8 by libbydiesel on 31 May, 2013 17:26
• I should also qualify my previous statement that it will work with the jetta/golf manifold.  It will, but you will need  to re-clock the center section and compressor scroll which can be a significant task if bolts break.
• #9 by 745 turbogreasel on 31 May, 2013 23:37
• You also need a transverse thermostat housing.