MR2 Turbo Head Gasket Failure Right After New Turbo Install! What Went Wrong?

Опубликовано: 14 Май 2026
на канале: Chroma Performance
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I did notice the "blowby" from the oil cap. I asked someone what their thoughts was and they did say it was pressure for the oil, not blowbye. Turned out to be blowby

Do I keep this car or take my losses and buy the project I always wanted?

What a rollercoaster! After installing a brand new RL Racing CT26 turbo on my 1991 MR2 Turbo, I was excited to feel the boosted power on the road. But just as I started putting it to the test, I ran into a major setback – the head gasket blew. In this video, I’ll walk you through everything: the turbo install, how the MR2 was running after the upgrade, and what might have caused the head gasket failure. If you're an MR2 fan or dealing with similar issues on your build, you won't want to miss this! Subscribe to follow my journey in getting this iconic JDM beast back on the road