WTB: CA18DET Engine Block Oil Restrictor

[oversteer180]

First off, I need to know if the stock oil restrictor fitting coming out the side of the block for the oil feed to the turbo can be unscrewed & replaced with another stock one (mine is stripped out on the inside)?

If it can be removed, then I need one ASAP.

Let me know if anyone has one to: [email protected]

[themadscientist]

yes. I removed mine entirely and ran the hose directly to the block though. I am not saying one is better than the other, I honestly don't know.

[oversteer180]

Was it fairly easy to remove? Im just affraid of breaking that ****er off inside the block and having to tap it out.

Also, what turbo are you running? I always believed if you didnt run the restrictor for the feed line that the oil would push past the seals in the turbo and smoke.
Modified by oversteer180 at 4:17 PM 1/30/2007

[oversteer180]

Anybody?

[float_6969]

I think I've got two of them actually. Not 100% sure, I'll have to dig for them. It should just thread right out. I didn't have any problems with mine.

[oversteer180]

umm, you would definitely be a life saver

[float_6969]

I'll try and remember to check tomorrow.

[oversteer180]

Sweet, thanks alot.

[davidricardo86]

I dont think you'll break it. Usually those fitting are made of steel or iron and there pretty strong. When i took my block to the machinist, they removed them. Id use a good size pipe wrench and give a good push/pull. If you want, you could also try heating the fitting or block first and then use the pipe wrench method.

[themadscientist]

If you lean on it at a funny angle you can break it. I have proven over the years that just about anything is breakable. I have run the S14 turbo without the restrictor for about 8 or 9 years and the turbo is just starting to exhibit bearing whine.

[davidricardo86]

Oh i agree, anything can be broken given the right amount of force.

[oversteer180]

Ever find anything out float?

[Not_a_sr]

i think i also have two of them floating around at the shop, in fact i think i know exactly where they are (which is rare) call me tomorrow around 1pm eastern time 937-469-4852 ask for jon 10$ shipped sound cool?

[oversteer180]

That sounds great. Ill call tomorrow, Or I can email you payment tonight. Just shoot me an email at [email protected]

[float_6969]

I didn't make it over there tonight. Go ahead and get it from Jon.

[oversteer180]

Thanks alot jon.

[shift240sr]

went out today at 3pm, what is your email ill shoot you over the delivery confirmation number.

[oversteer180]

[email protected]

Thanks again!

im guessing yo uhave 2 user names?

[Not_a_sr]

i have a couple of people that use the shop computer and leave themselves logged in. and i can never remember to log myself in.

i used to have a different name Slw240sx, but it hasn't worked in over a year.