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CT26 turbo specs question

Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2008 7:25 pm
by 80's_delirious
Im looking at a second hand ct26 for my 1hd-t 80 series and just hoping to confirm if the one Im looking at has the same specs as for a 1hd-t.

from the info I can find, the numbers on the housing of the second hand unit Im looking at, make it a Celica turbo from 87-94 model. They seem to have same size turbine and compressor wheels, and bolt patterns are the same, Im just wondering if the housings are any different or if they are 100% inter-changeable between celica and 1hd-t?

would go for a BB garrett but funds are tight :cry: and ct26 is bolt in ;)

Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2008 7:33 pm
by dow50r
If it is the one i think it is, do a completed listings search and you will find that bitch won the bid from her old man a week ago..they didnt suck anyone in thou....if you have no idea what i mean, ok read on...the celica turbo has a smaller turbine than a hdt, it is also ceramic....it will fit and work if you have a std manifold pm me to talk about what you need if you want.

Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2008 7:41 pm
by 80's_delirious
cheers for the heads up! I'll check it out.

the one Im looking at has same bolt pattern and inlet/outlet shape on the turbine as for 1hd-t. the info I have (not sure of accuracy) lists different casting numbers for mr2 and celica.

Posted: Tue Aug 26, 2008 10:23 am
by flyology
Just be careful buying a second hand turbo that is "as is" CT26's have a tendancy to crack around the wastegate in the exhaust housing if they have been overheated. To get a good second hand exhaust housing (if you can get one) can cost around $700.00. then a rebuild on top of that, you are looking at around 1100.00 1200.00 if nothing needs to be replaced other than the seals.....

In my opinion, deal with a reputable turbo specialist, or someone you know will replace the turbo if there is an issue with it...