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$600 Turbo? Opinions?

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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 07:58 AM
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I sent this guy a message asking him about this kit. I will post when he replies back.

Here is the message I sent:

Is this turbo specifically designed for a Dodge Ram with a Hemi or is this just a basic kit and you have to fabricate your own parts and make it fit on your own for the install? Do you have any pics or references of people who have installed this kit on a Dodge Ram? Please let me know. Thanks
 
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 01:29 PM
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I looked at this sellers auction and another one where he listed a twin turbo setup for 899. Now for this price, you would have to fab your own pipes, and everything else. Also, the turbo is made in China just so you know. Also, he wrote "needs to be rebuilt after 20K." Now if this is a daily driver then that could be alot sooner then you think, especially if you drive alot.

If I had a beater car I would buy the twin turbo kit and smoke people all day, but on your hemi which is your DD I would say no way. You would also have to make custom pipes, welding and bending. Your hemi deserves a real turbo that will last over 20k. Now granted, I met a guy who had a chrysler shadow at least I think thats what it was called with a turbo and you could still hear the turbo kick in and that car had to be over 10 years old, and this was 6 years ago. So for a great vehicle like the hemi I would say not to waste you money unless you want a real turbo. JMHO.
 
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 02:14 PM
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It's absolute junk or the seller is scamming!

A proper Turbo set-up generally costs at least $4k
 
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 09:53 PM
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Hey, if you like that turbo you'll LOVE what I'm selling right now! Bridges! I've got a great bridge to sell you... CHEAP! How about a nice sky scraper? :-)
 
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 10:08 PM
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Wouldn't touch it
 
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