[D-sling]

Since there are so many SS with Alpha turbo systems on them, it got me to wondering, what are your plans for replacement parts if anything goes bad, or if you need any type of help with your system? I know in other worlds (no SS) a lot of turbo systems are interchangeable meaning that bolt in a different turbo or exhaust or intake tube whatever as long as it was designed for your application.

 

[BKL]

Unfortunately, since there are relatively few turbo kits made for the Slingshot, chances are slim that any parts are interchangeable among the various kits. Also, Alpha's unique approach regarding relocating the TB also exacerbates the problem of interchangeability.
Things like the tune or exhaust can be addressed by existing vendors. With luck, a vendor might step forward willing to fab some parts as needed. Failing that, it would probably be a good idea t\for Alpha Turbo owners to group together and document as closely as possible the dimension of the various rube parts just in case. In all likelihood, barring an accident, the tubing is unlikely to ever really need replacing.
I think it would be good for Alpha to release as much as possible of their IP to the public, assuming they don't sell their IP as part of the business dissolution process. Such a move could go a long way toward ensuring support for former Alpha customers.

 

[harleyujoe]

I thought I saw someone with oil problems going into turbo and they listed the manufacture of turbo and parts and repairs of bearings ??

 

[[email protected]]

I am not sure what parts there would be a problem with. The Alpha turbo kit used an off the shelf turbo from Precision turbo, and they are still around, so any parts needed for a turbo rebuild are still available. The charge tubes, intercooler and throttle elbow are all pretty strong aluminum pieces and there should be no cracking or failure of those pieces over time. The blow off valve is a standard blow off valve which is common. The fuel injectors and MAP sensor are also off the shelf parts that are readily available. The exhaust muffler itself might be prone to cracking, but it is available online from the manufacture if that fails and can be welded in by a local shop. The tune was done by [email protected], so if an update is ever needed, that is still available. Really, I can not think of anything that should be an issue with failing or getting replaced down the road.

 

[D-sling]

Dave, I really appreciate all the info! I figured most were off shelf products but new to the SS world and since they are gone, tough to find all the information without taking a dive. Thanks a lot!!