TURBOCHARGED
CONFIDENCE
The demand for remanufactured turbochargers is
thriving and highly competitive. BTN TURBO sheds light on
how to ensure good quality when trying to get a good deal.
Whilst many motorists may find themselves swayed by the price of
turbos, it is important to remember that this may come at a cost with
varying quality standards. Being built to operate at 950°C and 6,000rps,
turbos should always be obtained from a trusted OE supplier.
assurance that the turbos have been remanufactured under the most
stringent protocols.
All BTN turbos are supplied with a FitKit that comprises an oil-filled,
pre-priming syringe and critical instructions where needed.
OE NEW VS. OE REMAN
BTN Turbo offers the aftermarket brand new OEM First Fit Turbos and
OE remanufactured turbos. This provides the aftermarket with a choice,
based on their preferences.
RELIABILITY AGAINST FAILURE
OE quality turbochargers are very reliable. Less than 1% of turbos fail
due to a manufacturing fault. Most turbo failures stem from the three
turbo killers: oil starvation, oil contamination or foreign object damage.
Thus, installers are advised to identify what caused the first unit to fail,
to avoid the risk of premature failure with the replacement.
OEM New
OE First Fit Turbos are straight from the manufacturer’s production
line, exactly as fitted to new vehicles and sold from main franchise
dealers. BTN First Fit turbos do not incur a surcharge.
OEM Reman
BTN remanufactured turbos are
supplied through their exclusive
OMX exchange programme, and offer
savings of up to 40% compared to
an equivalent new unit. Direct from
the original manufacturer, using only
genuine OE components, BTN Reman
turbos are fully tested and calibrated
to the original specification. There is a
£140 surcharge which is refunded on
the return of the old unit.
Whilst there are other suppliers
of remanufactured turbos in the
aftermarket that may sell at a lower
price point, not all of them observe
the same OE standards. BTN’s OMX
exchange programme provides the
As a result, it is best practice for installers to closely observe the
following guidelines to prevent premature turbo failure caused by oil
starvation:
• Avoid using silicone on oil gaskets. It can cause it to be easily detached and
block oil passages.
• Always check the oil pressure and oil supply to the turbo.
• Replace the oil feed pipe, strainer, filter and use fresh oil as recommended
by the engine manufacturer when fitting a new turbo.
IMPORTANT!
It is mandatory to install a new oil feed pipe and
strainer when replacing the turbo for the PSA 1.6
HDi engine. This is because, the turbo unit tends to
fail if the ancillaries are not replaced. As a result,
the standard 2-year warranty will be voided if the
oil feed pipe and oil strainer is not replaced with the unit.
COMPREHENSIVE RANGE AT REACH
BTN also offers an expanding range of oil feed pipes that now covers
over 1,300 applications, as well as oil strainers. This presents an
invaluable upsell opportunity to motor factors as it saves customers the
hassle of sourcing the components separately. Speak to your local FPS
representative for more information.
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