Originally Posted by
R5MJH
hi all, some time ago maybe in december mikes 5 developed loads of smoke intermitantly. as the new turbo was on order we thought it must be turbo gone, oh well when it comes that will sort it, well fitted turbo yesterday full t25 from mr blunty (thanx) and drove from brighton to phils meet a217 45/50 miles no probs, had a great evening then drove back no probs, got back and left car running at macs drive through and the smoke did same thing, it only seems to do it now when hot soon as it cools down it goes again, i also think as we put a braided hose thanx markey mark and did oil service the cars got better oil pressure than before causing more smoke, ive got a feeling the old turbo was fine, i want to speak to markey mark but i thought id see if someone else has had this before, im now thinging its the oil ring on piston as it only does it when hot( 1/2 on gauge low stat fitted) did think valve stem seals too but wouldnt that do it all the time cold or hot???? anyways thanx in advance for any good news lol ........... ps car max'ed on 5 psi on trip, stinks badly of oil