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I know this question has probably been asked before, but im not too sure on how up to date the information might be, so i thought i would ask you guys as i have been dicked around so much i just want my car back :D

My 25 blew thanks to some dodgy actuator welding provided by a workshop which will remain nameless... Ive been told alot of things, but im relatively new to this whole car scene so i dont know what to believe...

What is the best option to go for in this situation? rebuild? drop in another 25? 26? conversion? and most importantly, who can i go and see that knows what they are talking about and can do quality workmanship at a reasonable price?? I just want my baby back on the road its been almost 2 months now :(

If anyone can give me some advice, and some sort of idea on what each option is going to cost, id appreciate it..

Thanks alot guys

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Go and see Ken at Hyperdrive - www.hyperdrivems.com.au. He is also forum member and alot of people go to him from the forums.

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TEL: (08) 9209 3100

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Or see Steve at SST

Unit 9/ 138 Radium St, Welshpool 6106 Ph(08) 9350 5444

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thx alot for ur input guys, geez we are talkin alot of money...

is there anything else i can do that might be cheaper? im not looking for mass hp or anything i just want my car back on the road. its not going to be a big racing machine.....

yeah im pretty sure the rings are gone....but the engine did seize mid cruise due to no oil. the actuator weld came off so no wastegate = big pressure buildup = turbo seal destruction = where did my oil go? oh its everywhere, look at the pretty fire.......

we did get the engine going again after about 20-30 min, but the infamous knock knock tap tap was audible from inside the car

cheers boosted 26 for ur support....

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yeah im pretty sure the rings are gone....but the engine did seize mid cruise due to no oil. the actuator weld came off so no wastegate = big pressure buildup = turbo seal destruction = where did my oil go? oh its everywhere' date=' look at the pretty fire.......QUOTE']

That statement isn't quite logical, with no wastegate actuator you wouldnt get any boost at all, or close to none.

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yup can sympathise with you bud - my 25 blew thru noones fault tho ...... wasnt prepared for such an outlay of money .... really didnt expect it ..... got a personal loan then just went the forgies now hopefully i never have to worry about it again. *touches wood*

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