What is a turbo cartridge assembly?

A turbo cartridge assembly, also known as a CHRA (Center Housing Rotating Assembly), is the core of a turbocharger. It contains the turbine wheel, compressor wheel, shaft, and bearings. Replacing the cartridge rebuilds the turbo's rotating components.

What does 'factory balanced' mean for this cartridge?

Factory balanced means the turbine wheel, compressor wheel, and shaft have been precisely balanced as a complete unit by the manufacturer. This is critical for high-speed turbocharger operation, preventing vibrations and ensuring longevity.

What else might I need to complete a turbo rebuild with this cartridge?

You will need to ensure the original turbocharger housing is clean and undamaged. It's also recommended to replace turbo oil feed and drain lines, and potentially gaskets, to ensure a proper seal and optimal oil flow.

BorgWarner K04 Turbo Cartridge 53047100518

Name: BorgWarner K04 Cartridge Assembly for- 5304 988 0064 / 5304 988 0191
Brand: BorgWarner
SKU: borgwarner-borgwarner-k04-cartridge-assembly-for-5304-988-0064-5304-988-0191-t14-82393
Price: 800.79 USD
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BorgWarner K04 Cartridge Assembly for- 5304 988 0064 / 5304 988 0191

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BorgWarner K04 Turbo Cartridge Assembly for- 5304 988 0064 / 5304 988 0191

Key Features

Direct replacement K04 turbo cartridge assembly.
Part number 53047100518 is a direct replacement for BorgWarner turbochargers 5304 988 0064 and 5304 988 0191.
Includes new turbine wheel, compressor wheel, shaft, bearings, and seals.
Factory balanced assembly for smooth operation and reliability.
Designed to restore turbocharger performance and efficiency.

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Product Details

BorgWarner is a well-known name in the automotive industry, particularly for their expertise in turbocharger technology. This K04 cartridge assembly, part number 53047100518, is a direct replacement for specific K04 turbochargers, offering a way to rebuild your existing unit rather than replacing the entire turbo. It's designed to restore the performance and efficiency of your forced induction system.

This cartridge is built with the precision you'd expect from BorgWarner, ensuring it meets the demanding requirements of a turbocharger. It includes all the necessary internal components to rebuild the center housing rotating assembly (CHRA) of your turbo. This means you get a new turbine wheel, compressor wheel, shaft, bearings, and seals, all balanced as a complete unit from the factory. This balanced assembly is crucial for smooth operation and longevity at high RPMs. The direct fit nature means it's intended to install into the existing turbocharger housing without modification, simplifying the rebuild process for mechanics familiar with turbocharger service.

When rebuilding a turbocharger, it's important to ensure all mating surfaces on the original turbo housing are clean and free of damage. This cartridge is designed to be a direct fit within the housing, but proper preparation of the housing is key to a successful rebuild. This assembly is a solid option for those looking to bring their turbo back to optimal performance without the cost of a full new turbocharger replacement.