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Table of Contents What Are Turbo Up Pipes and Why Do They Matter? How Pre-Turbo Exhaust Leaks Destroy Performance Symptoms of Leaking Up Pipes and Exhaust Connections Ford PowerStroke Up Pipe Problems by Generation Duramax Up Pipe Problems Ram Cummins Exhaust Manifold and Turbo Connection Issues …

Table of Contents Duramax Turbocharger Evolution: LB7 Through L5P LB7 Duramax Turbo Problems (2001 to 2004) LLY Duramax Turbo Problems (2004.5 to 2005) LBZ Duramax Turbo Problems (2006 to 2007) LMM Duramax Turbo Problems (2007.5 to 2010) LML Duramax Turbo Problems (2011 to 2016) L5P Duramax Turbo …

Table of Contents What Is a Turbo Actuator and Why Does It Matter Actuator Types by Platform Symptoms of Turbo Actuator Failure Actuator vs. Turbo Failure: How to Tell the Difference Testing Procedures Common Causes of Actuator Failure Replacement Process by Platform OEM vs. Aftermarket Actuators …

Table of Contents Introduction: The 6.7 PowerStroke Turbo at a Glance 2011 to 2014 Turbo Issues: The Ceramic Bearing Era 2015 to 2019 Improvements: The GT37 Upgrade 2020 and Beyond: Third Generation Refinements Common 6.7 PowerStroke Turbo Failure Symptoms Diagnostic Process: Finding the Root Cau …

Table of Contents Introduction: The Evolution of Diesel Turbocharging How Fixed Geometry Turbos Work Wastegate Function Applications How VGT Turbos Work Variable Vane Operation Electronic Actuators Aspect Ratio Optimization VGT Systems by Platform Garrett (PowerStroke and Duramax) Holset ( …

Table of Contents Introduction How Diesel Turbochargers Work Warning Signs of Turbo Failure Excessive Exhaust Smoke Loss of Power and Poor Acceleration Unusual Noises Check Engine Light and Diagnostic Codes Increased Oil Consumption Extended Turbo Lag Common Causes of Turbocharger Failure Oil …