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Old 01-19-2006, 02:22 PM
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upgrade to vf39?

i've seen a few vf39 turbos on sale. i know the wastegate is prone to cracking...

worth investing in one?
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Old 01-19-2006, 03:13 PM
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My buddy upgraded to an fp green and the old vf39 was cracked...
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There are those who had the crack and seemed to work with no issues (or not that many issues, heh.) I for one would spend a bit more and go with a turbo with less potential problems.

If you look around there are 34s and 22s decently priced and with a good tune you'll have a fun daily driver. Or you could just shell out some $$$ and get a "real" turbo.

I for one went with a 34 and couldn't be happier. Ok, I lie, but it's what my budget allowed and suits my needs very well.

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haha you know what they say, once you make more horsepower, you want more. its a neverending pit of mods and money.

i think ill stay away from a vf39 and go with what i really want. a vf34 or vf30. ok, i lied too... but its so much cheaper than the other turbos that i rather have.
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