Anyone running Vargas Oem Replacement

musseilm · 04-21-2014, 07:00 PM

Anyone feedback on those? Rattle issues solved with these babies for good?

Bme30 · 04-22-2014, 06:55 PM

musseilm · 04-22-2014, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Bme30

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Bme30 · 04-23-2014, 12:13 AM

go oem or RBs.

V8bait · 04-23-2014, 01:30 AM

Logs and dynos have been posted elsewhere, the stage 1 with billet compressor and clipped turbines picked up some ponies and should be more reliable, oem level replacements should not rattle. Why oh why would anybody steer you to bmw oem if it's not a warranty replacement is beyond me.

musseilm · 04-23-2014, 08:00 PM

Im just asking for oem replacement version. Not stage 1-2

techwhiz · 04-23-2014, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by musseilm

Im just asking for oem replacement version. Not stage 1-2

For the amount to install + the cost of the turbos.
Stage 1 makes more sense.

You are already in for $2000+ for the install (don't know exactly) + $1200 for the turbos (add $300 if you want upgrades thrust bearings).

The difference in price is $500. Not insignificant, but worth it if you plan to run a tune.

prepster · 04-24-2014, 10:11 AM

I'm intrested in this is also. I want to keep my car stock and want to know as well what is a good oem replacement. Is there an oem turbo replacement that garentees no waste gate rattle down the road? I would be installing the turbos myself so not considering how much it is for labor, just good quality oem turbo replacements (tischer sells the pair for 1200, but not including the gasket kit)

shmorgan77 · 04-24-2014, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Bme30

go oem or RBs.

+10

techwhiz · 04-24-2014, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by prepster

I'm intrested in this is also. I want to keep my car stock and want to know as well what is a good oem replacement. Is there an oem turbo replacement that garentees no waste gate rattle down the road? I would be installing the turbos myself so not considering how much it is for labor, just good quality oem turbo replacements (tischer sells the pair for 1200, but not including the gasket kit)

Then go for the Vargas with the upgraded thrust bearing for about $1300.

AK 335i · 04-24-2014, 12:46 PM

-4/10

fredcase · 07-13-2015, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by prepster

I'm intrested in this is also. I want to keep my car stock and want to know as well what is a good oem replacement. Is there an oem turbo replacement that garentees no waste gate rattle down the road? I would be installing the turbos myself so not considering how much it is for labor, just good quality oem turbo replacements (tischer sells the pair for 1200, but not including the gasket kit)

old thread revival. i'm in this boat, all I want is an affordable oem replacement that will last and not rattle. anyone have vargas oem replacements?

moo snuckle · 07-14-2015, 09:41 PM

i have the vargas oem replacements. Installed at 72k miles and am at 85k. Zero issues. I got them on a black friday sale so after core trade-in, I got them at a sweet price.

musseilm · 07-15-2015, 11:28 PM

same here... got them for 8kmiles no problems.

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Originally Posted by fredcase

old thread revival. i'm in this boat, all I want is an affordable oem replacement that will last and not rattle. anyone have vargas oem replacements?

buly34 · 03-17-2016, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by moo snuckle

i have the vargas oem replacements. Installed at 72k miles and am at 85k. Zero issues. I got them on a black friday sale so after core trade-in, I got them at a sweet price.

Still running them? If so what other mods do you have and how much boost?

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 03-17-2016, 07:43 PM

It's unfortunate there are so many vargas haters (who likely aren't even customers) because there are actually a lot of guys enjoying their cars with their turbo's. That being said, all turbo manufacturers have failures. Roll the dice or go OEM (those fail too).

TrollToll · 03-17-2016, 08:26 PM

It's unfortunate that Tony Vargas is a dick.

FL335 · 03-17-2016, 08:37 PM

LOL...in for the comments...

Acekid187 · 03-17-2016, 10:18 PM

Ive been rocking the stage 1s with upgrades for a lil over a year now. ive drove the car across country twice and have tracked the car. Turbos are holding up with no rattle. The only thing that sucks is the price had dropped on. But thats just how it is when stuff is out for a while they go down in price.

LQQKOUT · 03-17-2016, 10:23 PM

I am sure VTT can sell you a stock rebuilt set or you can just order the replacement CHRA from them and install it yourself.

335is-dct · 03-18-2016, 12:49 AM

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It's unfortunate there are so many vargas haters (who likely aren't even customers) because there are actually a lot of guys enjoying their cars with their turbo's. That being said, all turbo manufacturers have failures. Roll the dice or go OEM (those fail too).

his forum behavior is atrocious and embarrassing. Why anyone would do business with someone like him is beyond me

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V8bait Lieutenant 406 Rep 574 Posts Drives: e92 335i 6mt Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Houston iTrader: (1)	Logs and dynos have been posted elsewhere, the stage 1 with billet compressor and clipped turbines picked up some ponies and should be more reliable, oem level replacements should not rattle. Why oh why would anybody steer you to bmw oem if it's not a warranty replacement is beyond me.
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prepster Private First Class 12 Rep 102 Posts Drives: bmw 335i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: ventura ca iTrader: (0)	I'm intrested in this is also. I want to keep my car stock and want to know as well what is a good oem replacement. Is there an oem turbo replacement that garentees no waste gate rattle down the road? I would be installing the turbos myself so not considering how much it is for labor, just good quality oem turbo replacements (tischer sells the pair for 1200, but not including the gasket kit)
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moo snuckle Enlisted Member 49 Rep 40 Posts Drives: 2008 335i E92 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Tampa, FL iTrader: (1)	i have the vargas oem replacements. Installed at 72k miles and am at 85k. Zero issues. I got them on a black friday sale so after core trade-in, I got them at a sweet price.
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LQQKOUT Lieutenant 104 Rep 416 Posts Drives: 335XI Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States iTrader: (4)	I am sure VTT can sell you a stock rebuilt set or you can just order the replacement CHRA from them and install it yourself.
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