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Originally Posted by IndianaJo
My 300000 mile 300d is wimpy at takeoff and strong at 55, the opposite of my driving needs. Among obvious engine problems, I suspect the tips of the turbo fan vanes would erode at that milage. Ford truck turbos are notorious for getting wimpy at 200000. Is vane erosion a problem? What is the tip clearance in your 189000 mile unit? Is this a typical measurement you make on a turbo? Other members on this site suggest turbo wear in insignificant compared to motor wear.
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That sounds like how a turbo works.
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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.  [SIGPIC]
..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.
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