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Would anyone on the forum be able to tell me where I could get a rebuilt 1.6TD - TA030 Garrett turbo # 465384-5 or the VW part # 068145703F

or alternatively I would take a 1.9 TD AAZ exhaust manifold with the attached turbo. Hopefully in excellent condition.

Thanks!
David

I don't want a TDI...

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