Why does the Left Hand Bank Turbo Fail on the 200 Series LandCruiser? The 200 Series Toyota Land Cruiser has a 4.5L 1VD-FTV engine fitted with a Left (LHS) and Right (RHS) bank Turbo, in a twin-turbo set up. OEM turbos fitted at factory are originally made by IHI, with v-spec designation VB22 / VB36…
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Having Hyundai iLoad Turbo Trouble
Hyundai iLoad Turbo Trouble Hyundai iLoad Turbochargers are trouble. We see a lot of failed turbos, especially on the pre-2014 models. iLoad turbo trouble comes mostly from dirty oil build up and consequential sludge in the motor. The usual reason for this is a problem with the seals on the injectors. Incorrect combustion due to…
Turbocharger Stepper Motors or Electric Actuators Calibration
Turbocharger Stepper Motors or Electric Actuators – an Introduction Actuator Motors for Turbochargers Turbocharger Stepper Motor Electric Actuators move vanes inside a VNT (Variable Nozzle Tech) turbocharger. Vanes do a similar job to a dump on standard pneumatic turbos. Being that they allow release of gasses once boost pressure has been achieved. We are one…