poohslinger Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 i have a 2006 Outback 2.5 XT and the turbo failed. I am looking for alternative options for replacement other than another stock turbo. Would prefer to spend less that what i was quoted for a new turbo from Subaru (approx. $1400 for parts and gaskets + install per my mechanic). While I wouldn't mind a perfomance upgrade I dont want my mechanic to have to do any fabrication or modification to install the new unit. I'm sure there is a great bolt on option, but I just dont know about it. We bought the Outback new, it is all stock, and has 130,000 miles on it. Any ideas would be appreciated. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shortlid Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Would a WRX STI stock turbo work? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poohslinger Posted February 14, 2015 Author Share Posted February 14, 2015 i have no idea if a STI turbo would work. I think the 2.5 in the Outback is a detuned STI motor. Not sure if that is correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairtax4me Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 I'm not sure if the STI turbo will work or not, but I do know that anytime you start changing parts of a turbo system you will need to have the ECU re-tuned to make sure those parts play nice with the rest of the system. A different turbo can create different boost levels through the RPM range, which will need to be accounted for or severe engine damage will result. If you think $1400 for a stock replacement sounds expensive, guess what a new engine costs? If you don't want to spend the money for a whole new turbo, you can often get a new CHRA kit (Center Housing & Rotating Assembly) and reuse the old snail shells from the old turbo. A new CHRA is much less expensive than an entirely new unit, but will cost extra in labor to have the parts swapped over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloyale Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 Would prefer to spend less that what i was quoted for a new turbo from Subaru ...............................wouldn't mind a perfomance upgrade Pick one. Better stuff costs more. Just replace it with a stock turbo unless you are doing other mods/tune Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patrikman Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 A different turbo means you'll likely need a tune, just but one that's been rebuilt buy a reputable builder. Your looking for a VF40 buy the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poohslinger Posted February 15, 2015 Author Share Posted February 15, 2015 Is there reputable online retailer thats sells rebuilt VF40s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccrinc Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Blouch Turbo in PA. Good remans. Very reliable. We've used them for years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poohslinger Posted February 19, 2015 Author Share Posted February 19, 2015 Thank you everyone for your help and ideas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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