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Easiest Upgrade from Journal Bearing to Ball Bearing
What is the most effective way of upgrading to ball bearing turbo from a journal bearing turbo? The answer is – Arashi KBT Series!
This is a must read if you still do not know about Arashi KBT Series. Our KBT series CHRA and turbocharger allows you to upgrade from journal bearing to ball bearing effortlessly.
Without preparing new accessories and piping, if you’d like to upgrade the whole journal bearing turbo to a ball bearing turbo, you may do so with Arashi KBT turbochargers, simply swap your turbo itself and it gives you all the advantages of a ball bearing turbocharger. If you want to control your budget, the easiest way is to buy an Arashi KBT cartridge and simply swap the cartridge from journal bearing type to KBT, your turbo immediately transforms into a ball bearing turbocharger. Arashi balances the whole cartridge before shipment and since a restrictor is very important for a ball bearing turbocharger, a restrictor comes in the package when you purchase KBT series CHRA/turbocharger.
Advantages of Ball Bearing Turbo:
- Spools faster and more efficiently
- Better response, reducing turbo lag
- More durable, handles higher speed and loads
- Stable driving experience compared to journal bearing
- Consumes less oil than journal bearing for lubrication and cooling
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