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Niles Nimmo

Niles Nimmo has worked on turbochargers for 19 years and is the name behind PT Turbo's guides. PT Turbo has rebuilt and supplied turbochargers in San Bernardino, California since 1978, for diesel pickups, heavy-duty trucks, industrial equipment and performance gas engines. Every rebuild is balanced in-house on a high-speed VSR machine and carries a 12-month, unlimited-mileage warranty. Have a question about a guide or a turbo? Call the shop at (909) 824-1020.

Turbocharger Failed on a Fresh Engine Rebuild: The Most Common Reasons Why
Diesel Diagnostics

Turbocharger Failed on a Fresh Engine Rebuild: The Most Common Reasons Why

When a turbocharger failed on a fresh engine rebuild, it is almost never because the turbo was defective out of the box. After 45+ years rebuilding…

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Holset HE200WG Turbocharger: Cummins ISF & Light Commercial Engine Guide
Turbocharger Tech Explained

Holset HE200WG Turbocharger: Cummins ISF & Light Commercial Engine Guide

The Holset HE200WG Turbocharger is the compact wastegated workhorse behind millions of Cummins ISF engines and light commercial diesels running in delivery vans, cab-forward trucks, and…

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How to Spot a Counterfeit Turbocharger: Fake Holset, Garrett & BorgWarner Identification
Turbo Guides

How to Spot a Counterfeit Turbocharger: Fake Holset, Garrett & BorgWarner Identification

Knowing how to spot a counterfeit turbocharger is one of the most valuable skills a diesel mechanic or fleet manager can have, because a fake Holset,…

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Fleet Turbocharger Pricing: How Commercial Operators Can Reduce Per-Unit Cost
Turbo Guides

Fleet Turbocharger Pricing: How Commercial Operators Can Reduce Per-Unit Cost

Fleet Turbocharger Pricing is the single line item most commercial operators underestimate, yet across a mixed fleet of trucks, buses, and heavy equipment it can quietly…

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Best Turbocharger Upgrade for Towing: What to Consider Before You Buy
Turbo Guides

Best Turbocharger Upgrade for Towing: What to Consider Before You Buy

Choosing the Best Turbocharger Upgrade for Towing starts with understanding what a loaded trailer actually does to your engine. Pulling 20,000 pounds up a grade is…

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Remanufactured vs Rebuilt Turbocharger: Real Cost Difference Explained
Turbo Guides

Remanufactured vs Rebuilt Turbocharger: Real Cost Difference Explained

Understanding the difference between a Remanufactured vs Rebuilt Turbocharger is the single best way to protect your wallet and your engine before you spend a dime…

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Turbocharger Rebuild Cost Breakdown: What You Are Actually Paying For
Turbo Guides

Turbocharger Rebuild Cost Breakdown: What You Are Actually Paying For

Understanding a Turbocharger Rebuild Cost Breakdown is the difference between making a smart repair decision and overpaying by hundreds of dollars for work your turbo may…

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Ford 6.7L Powerstroke Turbocharger: Problems, Symptoms and Replacement Guide
Diesel Truck Platforms

Ford 6.7L Powerstroke Turbocharger: Problems, Symptoms and Replacement Guide

The 6.7L Powerstroke uses a single Garrett variable geometry turbo. Learn the most common failure modes, how to diagnose them, and what replacement options are available.

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Caterpillar C15 Turbocharger Replacement Cost: New, Reman & Rebuild Compared
Turbo Guides

Caterpillar C15 Turbocharger Replacement Cost: New, Reman & Rebuild Compared

Understanding the real Caterpillar C15 Turbocharger Replacement Cost is the first step toward making a smart repair decision instead of overpaying for parts you don’t need.…

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Semi Truck Turbocharger Replacement Cost: Cummins ISX, DD15 & PACCAR MX-13
Turbo Guides

Semi Truck Turbocharger Replacement Cost: Cummins ISX, DD15 & PACCAR MX-13

Understanding the Semi Truck Turbocharger Replacement Cost for a Cummins ISX, Detroit DD15, or PACCAR MX-13 is the difference between a smart repair and a blown…

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Duramax Turbocharger Replacement Cost: LBZ, LMM & LML Price Comparison
Turbo Guides

Duramax Turbocharger Replacement Cost: LBZ, LMM & LML Price Comparison

Understanding the real Duramax Turbocharger Replacement Cost across the LBZ, LMM, and LML engines is the difference between a smart repair and an expensive mistake, and…

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6.7L Cummins Turbocharger Replacement Cost: New vs Reman vs Rebuild
Turbo Guides

6.7L Cummins Turbocharger Replacement Cost: New vs Reman vs Rebuild

Understanding the real 6.7L Cummins Turbocharger Replacement Cost is the difference between making a smart repair decision and overpaying by a thousand dollars or more. Whether…

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