You mean the turbo itself or the motor?
Like Neil said the Garrett's are fine, and the motors are stout.

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Kenneth Lewis
Sent: Tuesday, November 03, 2009 3:52 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: Volvo B230FT Engine --> Vanagon?

Nine out of ten mechanics told me to "run not walk" away from turbo volvos.
Ken