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Old Oct 16, 2016 | 02:10 PM
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HX35 upgrade Q's

#10 fuel
3K GSK
50hp DDP injectors

full instrumentation

triple disk converter + upgraded 47rh

My VB is causing a stiff engagement in the TC and barking the turbo if I don't catch it in time and back out of the throttle for the OD shift. Unfortunatly the turbo has barked a few times too many and it's out of spec now and needing rebuilt. Under boost I'm getting some minimal contact on the turbo fins and housing, I could hear it so took the intake boot off and see some scuffing. Truck is parked until fixed.

I'm looking for a slight upgrade that will handle more abuse (also intend to address the VB and TC engagement)

what's a good value, rebuild my HX35 or step up to a 60mm fat shaft?
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Old Oct 16, 2016 | 02:18 PM
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Guess I'm looking for a reputable shop or place to send the turbo for a big durability and slight performance boost focused on towing heavy. Slightly bigger housing to reduce EGT and wouldn't might a slight spooling delay to decrease in EGT under mid to full boost.

It's not a race car, I haul hay and farm equipment.
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Old Oct 21, 2016 | 05:25 PM
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I have not done this, but I have seen a few folks in forums recommend G-pop Shop, http://gpopshop.com/
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Old Oct 26, 2016 | 12:52 PM
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Rotomaster New Turbo Cartridge Assembly 94-98 5.9L Dodge Cummins
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Old Jan 7, 2018 | 11:40 PM
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the rotomaster core is working good, just an update
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Old Jan 8, 2018 | 10:48 AM
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Thanks for the update. I would've expected you might need to upgrade to something like an S300 type. I'm no turbo guy, but from what I understand it's a lot stronger than the HX35 or 40 and can tolerate a lot more abuse.

Good to know the Rotomaster is working well for you.
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