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Engine Specific Info and Questions => IDI Engine => Topic started by: masterbeavis on May 31, 2013, 12:55:36 pm

Title: What do I have and will it work??? (Turbo question)
Post by: masterbeavis on May 31, 2013, 12:55:36 pm
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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Title: Re: What do I have and will it work??? (Turbo question)
Post by: masterbeavis on May 31, 2013, 01:05:57 pm
No dice on the upload, but the tag on the turbo reads as follows:

068145703B
465384 1
KG 0332 A


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Title: Re: What do I have and will it work??? (Turbo question)
Post by: libbydiesel on May 31, 2013, 01:46:41 pm
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.
Title: Re: What do I have and will it work??? (Turbo question)
Post by: masterbeavis on May 31, 2013, 01:59:17 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/01/yjudatev.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/01/yryta2uq.jpg)

Some research on the web tells me its a Garrett TAO304, but not much else.


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Title: Re: What do I have and will it work??? (Turbo question)
Post by: masterbeavis on May 31, 2013, 02:03:19 pm
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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Title: Re: What do I have and will it work??? (Turbo question)
Post by: DanV990 on May 31, 2013, 02:12:35 pm
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.

(http://i769.photobucket.com/albums/xx336/Kragges/Quantum_zps9accc36d.jpg)
Title: Re: What do I have and will it work??? (Turbo question)
Post by: libbydiesel on May 31, 2013, 03:39:56 pm
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.
Title: Re: What do I have and will it work??? (Turbo question)
Post by: RabbitJockey on May 31, 2013, 04:29:17 pm
Quote from: libbydiesel on May 31, 2013, 03:39:56 pm
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
Title: Re: What do I have and will it work??? (Turbo question)
Post by: libbydiesel on May 31, 2013, 05:26:21 pm
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.
Title: Re: What do I have and will it work??? (Turbo question)
Post by: 745 turbogreasel on May 31, 2013, 11:37:08 pm
You also need a transverse thermostat housing.