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Old 08-22-2011, 11:14 AM   #14 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by doomz78 View Post
Well as far as i know. Im not a mechanic. But i think engine off coasting may damage the turbo, or put stress on it after a few thousand start ups. Long term risk. Expensive part also. So the risk vs reward would not be worth it. And a 2000 dollar repair would negate any fuel savings for at least 10 years of engine off coasting.
...you'll be glad to know that the turbo cost is currently only $817.46, but, of course, that does not include installation!

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