Anyone got a 2.8i turbo technics?
Posted: Tue Apr 11, 2017 9:12 pm
I've got a 2.8i turbo technics (high output low compression version I believe).
NB: I'm not a mechanic by any stretch, I just drive the thing.
I have an issue with some oil coming up the dipstick at high revs (just a bit).
There is no sign of engine wear, no smoke, stacks of power, runs like a dream.
The dipstick has currently got a rubber sleeve and nut in it to stop the oil coming up.
It was like that when I bought it and has been like it for 3 years or so since I can't find
a better solution. It's probably not a great idea though.
The first thing I did was get it checked by turbo technics but they had no suggestions
other than a new turbo might fix it. (might wasn't enough to justify the expense).
Two garages have failed to find the problem.
I started considering an oil catcher but fear that's just masking the issue.
The oil filler cap hose just vents to ground which seems odd, is that the same on anyone else's?
I spoke to another ex-owner at a show and he had the same problem, not sure if that's good or bad.
Any ideas appreciated!
Thanks
Steve
NB: I'm not a mechanic by any stretch, I just drive the thing.
I have an issue with some oil coming up the dipstick at high revs (just a bit).
There is no sign of engine wear, no smoke, stacks of power, runs like a dream.
The dipstick has currently got a rubber sleeve and nut in it to stop the oil coming up.
It was like that when I bought it and has been like it for 3 years or so since I can't find
a better solution. It's probably not a great idea though.
The first thing I did was get it checked by turbo technics but they had no suggestions
other than a new turbo might fix it. (might wasn't enough to justify the expense).
Two garages have failed to find the problem.
I started considering an oil catcher but fear that's just masking the issue.
The oil filler cap hose just vents to ground which seems odd, is that the same on anyone else's?
I spoke to another ex-owner at a show and he had the same problem, not sure if that's good or bad.
Any ideas appreciated!
Thanks
Steve