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Old Mar 19, 2013 | 05:39 PM
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shaft play B.B. turbo?

Maybe it's been asked before. I am wondering whether or not, in general, a small amount of axial shaft play(approx. 1/16") is acceptable on a ball bearing turbo. I know that on a journal bearing turbo there should be no axial play whatsoever. But, is it any different with a BB turbo?

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Old Mar 19, 2013 | 09:15 PM
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Yes. DBB turbos feel a little sloppy compared to journal bearing turbos. As long as it doesn't hit the housing you are good.
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