what size turbo for a ld28?

Discuss (and cuss) the Nissan LD-series OHC Six diesel engine, popularly available in the US in 1981-83 Datsun/Nissan Maxima Sedans & Wagons.

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alramone
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what size turbo for a ld28?

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i've got a stock ld28 in my range rover classic. i really need more power so i'm going to turbocharge it.
what is a good sized turbo to use?
i'm thinking that getting one from a same ish sized turbo diesel engine would be a good start. td27t turbo or maybe one off of a mitz pajero or isuzu etc.
but... i have a good used gt28r roller bearing turbo off of a s15 200sx 2litre 16v engine. it's roller bearing so should spool up quickly, but it's good for 300+bhp on a high reving petrol engine and i only want 150bhp?
so, if i sell the gt28r what should i be looking for?
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240ZD
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Smaller turbos seem to be better for these diesels, especially since you're not going for mega power. The quick spool at lower rpm is exactly what you need.
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alramone
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i've got hold of a 280zx turbo manifold and turbo. i could just use this turbo, but is there a good one/size to look out for?
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That's a T3 turbo. Should be just dandy.
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dieselfink
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i am most definately happy with my gt28r...amazing spool times great sound
83 maxi, ld28, fire ringed, copper head gasket, 5 angle valve job, ported head, coustom turbo flange, gt28r ball bearing turbo 20psi of boost@1250degrees, timing bumped, full load screwed, cold air, straight piped, 308k miles..for now
st jacob
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In my opinion small turbo will be better for you and i think it can give you more benefits.
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