Garrett rebuilder experience???

'79 930 Sean · 11-20-2008, 03:53 AM

Hi Everyone,
I have a Garrett GT35(71) non-BB custom turbo that I need to get rebuilt and was looking for feedback from people that had their Garrett's rebuilt. What shop did the rebuild? Were you happy with the service / work? And what was the cost? If you would rather send me a PM rather than an open post that would also be great. I really appreciate the help.

Sean

turbobrat930 · 11-20-2008, 04:13 AM

Although I can not vouch for the quality of a rebulid... I bought my custom GT-35r from Tial. Since they make their own cast SS turbine housing (instead of the heavy cast iron), and build all the turbos there, I am sure that they can rebuld a turbo as well. I had my turbo in about 7 business days from the time of payment... very happy with their service... here is their website... if you call, ask for Jake.. http://www.tialsport.com/

550SPYDER · 11-20-2008, 06:17 AM

Call these guys, ask to speak to Jim. They are currently rebuilding my old KKK K27. I cannot say enough about how helpful and knowledgeable they are about older turbo units. However, they will only rebuild to OEM specs using OEM parts – so if it is a modified or you want to go the “Import Tuner” route – these might not be the group for you. - http://www.qualitydiscountturbochargers.com/
- Ryan

lucittm · lucittm's Garage

Sean,
Where are you? These things are heavy and less shipping distance reduces the chance of damage or loss. There are turbo rebuilders in every state, I think...

Mark

'79 930 Sean · 06:32 PM

Hi Mark,
I am in New Mexico. So, west coast is likely the best for shipping. That said, shipping is only a small fraction of a turbo's cost (arg) so I am ok sending it any where in the US.

Thanks,

Sean

A930Rocket · 11-20-2008, 06:34 PM

Does Kevin at Ultimate Motorwerx (?) rebuild Garrets? I know he the man for KKK's.

turbobrat930 · 11-20-2008, 07:04 PM

i would definately say take it to a shop that is familiar with working on the garretts....

'79 930 Sean · 11-21-2008, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by turbobrat930

Although I can not vouch for the quality of a rebulid... I bought my custom GT-35r from Tial. Since they make their own cast SS turbine housing (instead of the heavy cast iron), and build all the turbos there, I am sure that they can rebuld a turbo as well. I had my turbo in about 7 business days from the time of payment... very happy with their service... here is their website... if you call, ask for Jake.. http://www.tialsport.com/

Thanks Brad, I did not know that TiAl did turbos too. I am currently running their BOV and wastegate. I'll give them a call and see what they have to say.

Thanks,
Sean

patkeefe · 11-21-2008, 05:44 AM

Tim's Turbos. He's in Virginia. His website is http://timsturbos.com/

'79 930 Sean · 11-21-2008, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by patkeefe

Tim's Turbos. He's in Virginia. His website is http://timsturbos.com/

Thanks Pat. Has anyone else every tried Tim's Turbos?

lucittm · lucittm's Garage

I have been to Tim's Turbos in Annandale, VA. He has KKK parts in-house, not sure about Garrett. He has a small shop but I like his work. He has the dynamic balancer so when he puts the turbo back together it is done right. He also will offer a warranty on his work. I would, and did, trust him to work on my turbo.

Thanks,
Mark

zcoker · 11-22-2008, 02:31 PM

Just send it to one of the original engineers who worked at Garrett, John Craig at Limit Engineering. He is the best - period. All the top GN race cars use his turbos. I believe he has brand new GT35R's at around a $1000 right now. Hard to beat that. He does not send anything out, either. He has all the special machines to do the job right and at a very good price, probably better than most that I know.

'79 930 Sean · 11-23-2008, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by zcoker

Just send it to one of the original engineers who worked at Garrett, John Craig at Limit Engineering. He is the best - period. All the top GN race cars use his turbos. I believe he has brand new GT35R's at around a $1000 right now. Hard to beat that. He does not send anything out, either. He has all the special machines to do the job right and at a very good price, probably better than most that I know.

Thanks for the info. He is in AZ by London Bridge, which is fairly close to me. I will see what he has to say on Monday.