SpeedI2acerX

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So i have a chance to pick up a mhi-18k with 1500miles on it. The only concern I have is the compressor wheel. I know it doesnt look that bad but would like a second opinion.

LetsGetThisDone

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Looks to have a little bit of FOD on the leading edge of some of the blades. Not a deal breaker though. What are you paying for it?

SpeedI2acerX

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Seller wants $1100.

MinusPrevious

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For a few hundred more, I would opt for the new one. That turbo has likely ingested some debris.

Just my thought after seeing the new prices at $1600.00 or so

Lightsaber

I second this. It could be far more costly if you later find out the used turbo has an issue.

LetsGetThisDone

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Those small dings on the compressor are caused by very small debris. Remember, the compressor is spinning 100k+ rpm. It doesn't take much to dent the leading edge of the blade.

Get the price at or under $1k shipped, and send the turbo to FP. They can inspect it for $100, and I think their full rebuild is now only $275, and the $100 inspection fee is waived if you pay for a rebuild. So, you can still save a decent amount of cash. That compressor certainly does not need replaced.

Lightsaber

That is great to know. Forced Performance has their MHI 18K's out of stock for quite a while now. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is not discontinuing this beloved turbo anytime soon, right?

ossimbrian

Order from other vendors, I just check and CobbTuning has the 18k in stock. RallySportDirect also sells this turbo, not sure if they have stock though.