Author Topic: Special Socket for removing turbo?  (Read 1864 times)

November 16, 2008, 12:26:12 pm

allsierra123

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Special Socket for removing turbo?
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Cant seem to find a socket to fit it without slipping? What size is it?

Reply #1November 16, 2008, 12:38:36 pm

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Special Socket for removing turbo?
« Reply #1 on: November 16, 2008, 12:38:36 pm »
ok It didnt look like a 12 point to me. Had a brain freeze I guess its cold out there. While I have it off how hard is it to freshen up with one of those rebuild kits? Its the K03

Reply #2November 16, 2008, 03:57:18 pm

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Special Socket for removing turbo?
« Reply #2 on: November 16, 2008, 03:57:18 pm »
You need to use a 3/8" socket or a cut down 1/2" one for the inner most bolts.

If you do decide to freshen up the turbo, check the shaft for wear. KO3s are known for dying.
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Reply #3November 16, 2008, 04:19:11 pm

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« Reply #3 on: November 16, 2008, 04:19:11 pm »
or an offset 12mm 12pt. box end wrench works fine too.