Is Wicked wheel worth the money?
Wicked wheel is a waste of money. In general, very few “special” compressor wheels are worth a damn. Any who, the stock turbo limitation is in the turbine. Put a bigger turbine wheel on the stock turbo and the stock compressor wheel will give you 600hp.
How much does a wicked wheel help?
The wicked wheel helps surge where the ported housings pretty much eliminate it for a slightly modified truck (tuner,intake,exhaust). The WW is often used as a cheaper band aid for surge. Most will say they lose boost when installing one. Usually 2-3 psi depending on the truck.
What does a turbo wicked wheel do?
This turbo wheel upgrade compressor wheel also know as the wicked wheel. This wheel with performance modifications controls turbo surge problems associated with the stock turbo wheel. It fits the GTP38 stock turbocharger.
Does the Wicked Wheel whistle?
Mine was balanced and it has a very high pitched whine/whistle to it. With my AFE Stage II, it REALLY makes some noise.
What does a wicked wheel do for a turbo?
Are Wicked Wheels Good?
They will look and perform great on and off-road, so even if you aren’t an avid off-roading expert, these wheels look so great you can just put them on your daily vehicle anyway and know that they are just really amazing wheels. Wicked is known for its unique styling and industry-exclusive color options.
How do you remove a turbine wheel from a turbo?
Set the turbo vertically in a vice with the exhaust(turbine) wheel nut clamped between the jaws. Clamp it good. Hold the turbo upright and steady. Now, using a 5/8 or 16mm wrench (your choice), loosen and remove the compressor wheel (fi g9).
What kind of wrench do I need for Turbo?
Hold the turbo upright and steady. Now, using a 5/8 or 16mm wrench (your choice), loosen and remove the compressor wheel (fi g9). It is a regular thread so unscrew it like any other bolt/nut. Replace it with the Wicked Wheel®. Hand tighten then snug it up fi rmly with a wrench. There are no torque specs.
What kind of wrench do I need to remove turbine housing?
Using an 8mm 12-point wrench, remove the 4 bolts that hold the turbine housing to the center section (fi g7). They are fairly tight and aren’t the easiest bolts to get a bite on with the wrench. Use Caution: DO NOT USE A STANDARD 5/16” wrench.
How long does it take to install Turbo pro?
PLEASE NOTE: This install can take anywhere from 2 hours to 9 hours depending on level of experience and diffi culty of clamps to remove. Don’t get impatient as you’re likely to damage something or worse. Take your time and be persistent in removal of turbo.