I was installing my new UICP when i noticed what looks like an engine oil (dark brown) residue inside the turbo outlet pipe, it's not a lot though.
I'm aware that the turbo is lubricated with the engine oil.
Is this normal?
Thanks.
I'm aware that the turbo is lubricated with the engine oil.
Is this normal?
Thanks.
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+1. It's usually signs of the inner seal getting worn. When it gets really bad you will start seeing your air filter get saturated.Originally Posted by mnauelg1702
Do you have an aftermarket oiled filter
Generally, it's from oil getting recirculated through the PCV system. Yes, it's normal.
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This is what I originally thought but was just checking to see if he over oiled his k&n. Install an oil catch can and search. Good luck.Originally Posted by spdracerut
Generally, it's from oil getting recirculated through the PCV system. Yes, it's normal.
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Originally Posted by spdracerut
Generally, it's from oil getting recirculated through the PCV system. Yes, it's normal.
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Then it's probably what spdracerut suggested.Originally Posted by FetorHepaticus
no oiled air filter, using oem panel filter
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Blow by is quite normal. However, the amount may not. I started noticing blow by in my intake pipe on my evo 8 being recirculated through the system and put back in there. This was then going into the turbo and intercooler lines and intercooler. I installed a catch can, and so far so good.
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Get a catch can.
The stock crank case pressure system is designed for a stock boost levels. Replace your pcv valve and get a catch can on the line going to the intake and everything will be ok.
However, there should be minimal oil residue. If you have a pool of oil or a good amount, you have other problems.
The stock crank case pressure system is designed for a stock boost levels. Replace your pcv valve and get a catch can on the line going to the intake and everything will be ok.
However, there should be minimal oil residue. If you have a pool of oil or a good amount, you have other problems.
Thank you very much for everyone who responded.
The oil residue is minimal i would say, it's not runny of dripping.
The oil residue is minimal i would say, it's not runny of dripping.
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The oil residue is minimal i would say, it's not runny of dripping.
As mentioned it's from the PVC system, is normal and is nothing to worry about.Originally Posted by FetorHepaticus
Thank you very much for everyone who responded.The oil residue is minimal i would say, it's not runny of dripping.
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I attempted to install a catch can to prevent this, but it ended up still getting through. I think I tried a universal Greddy can and switched to a Perrin can without any better results.
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But not the intercooler.Originally Posted by solarevo
completly normal, a little oil does the turbo good =>


