dannyXR6T Member 13 Member For: 15y 2m 28d Posted 28/11/09 08:05 AM Share Posted 28/11/09 08:05 AM HEY ALLjust new to this site. I own an 03 BA XR6 turbo. 5 speed manual. just clocked over 77 on the ODSometimes when im driving, I get a small whistle noise from my motor or somewhere. not giving it to the car, but just driving normally. it comes and goes and sometimes its louder then other times.does anyone know anything bout it. ifs it a problem? or can give any tips on how to fix.thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHANTMXR6 It's not a MKI! Member 1,742 Member For: 16y 8m 5d Gender: Male Location: Earth Posted 28/11/09 08:16 AM Share Posted 28/11/09 08:16 AM Boost leaks generally whistle.Check all the induction pipework and clamps for security and tension. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xr6t_ute Donating Members 2,281 Member For: 17y 8m Gender: Male Location: south east suburbs Posted 29/11/09 01:25 AM Share Posted 29/11/09 01:25 AM (edited) spot on.check the crossover pipe 1st. Edited 29/11/09 01:26 AM by xr6t_ute Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannyXR6T Member 13 Member For: 15y 2m 28d Posted 29/11/09 09:03 AM Author Share Posted 29/11/09 09:03 AM thanks heaps for the quick replys. go any ideas why I only hear it intermitenly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHANTMXR6 It's not a MKI! Member 1,742 Member For: 16y 8m 5d Gender: Male Location: Earth Posted 29/11/09 12:38 PM Share Posted 29/11/09 12:38 PM Depending on throttle application and boost level the noise may appear intermittant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madwhip Member 73 Member For: 16y 4m 7d Posted 02/03/10 11:51 PM Share Posted 02/03/10 11:51 PM Do you have a gasket between the turbo and manifold. Mine squeels from it when it is cold or until I tighten the bolts, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FOONIN Donating Members 678 Member For: 15y 9m 26d Gender: Male Location: CHCH NZ Posted 03/03/10 01:18 AM Share Posted 03/03/10 01:18 AM Ive heard of similar stories. Possibly bearings etc, keep an open mind it might not be turbo related Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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