Tractor driver
10-10-2011, 12:40 PM
I'm hoping to get a second opinion on an ongoing issues that has recently worsened.
About 18 months ago, my car developed an oil leak from the EGR valve. I got a variety of opinions from some mechanics which varied from 'it's always going to happen' to 'trade it in - the turbo is about to go'. Throwing caution to the wind, I decided to keep running it. Anyway, a couple of weeks ago I noticed a whistling noise from the engine and a lot more smoke than usual from the exhaust when the engine is under load. The car starts fine and runs OK, aside from the issues above. Took it to the mechanic and he said the turbo was on its way out and it, and the EGR, should be replaced.
Any views?
03 plate, 85k on the clock.
About 18 months ago, my car developed an oil leak from the EGR valve. I got a variety of opinions from some mechanics which varied from 'it's always going to happen' to 'trade it in - the turbo is about to go'. Throwing caution to the wind, I decided to keep running it. Anyway, a couple of weeks ago I noticed a whistling noise from the engine and a lot more smoke than usual from the exhaust when the engine is under load. The car starts fine and runs OK, aside from the issues above. Took it to the mechanic and he said the turbo was on its way out and it, and the EGR, should be replaced.
Any views?
03 plate, 85k on the clock.