Thats what I mean about newer trucks. got another quote from diesel specialist on the net. $567.00 for a new one. 1 year warranty. guaranteed oem. will probably go with the switzer, since I can buy local. most all the parts I buy are quite a bit less than same part on newer models & the old parts that are on my truck are better quality made than replacement parts. I am hope the new turbo will increase my m.p.g too. kept rpm's at 1600 witch put me at 65 m.p.h. went 720 miles & got 6.8 m.p.g. that seems to be my sweet spot. I could probably do better, but it's hard to drive 55-60 m.p.h.

Just be glad that you don't have a CAT. I had to pay over $1,500 for a turbo for a 3406E a couple of years ago. That didn't include the core charge or labor to put it on the truck. I think that I spent over $2,700 for everything. By the way, should you blow a turbo it would be a good idea to change the oil in case any of the metal got through. It doesn't take much to mess up a new turbo or engine. I know in your situation that you are talking about changing it before it actually goes out.

I have heard good things about Turbo Supply out of Joplin, MO. Google them up. New and remanned turbos from just about every manufacturer for just about any engine. Haven't tried them, but will in the near future for another vehicle I have.