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TS-0811-1212 ProOPR Turbo Oil Pressure Regulator (Twin Outlet)Updated 5 days ago

Product Name:

OPR

Product Description:

ProOPR Turbo Oil Pressure Regulator (Twin Outlet)

Product Number:

TS-0811-1212

Important Notes on Your Oil Pressure Regulator

  1. Turbosmart accepts no responsibility whatsoever for the incorrect installation of this product which is potentially hazardous and can cause serious engine damage or personal injury.
  2. FLOW DIRECTION IS IMPORTANT. Incorrect plumbing will not allow oil to flow through the OPR.
  3. The filter should be cleaned thoroughly and/or replaced as required in line with engine oil changes. Confirm engine oil filter is finer then OPR.
  4. This is an adjustable regulator that is increased as positive pressure is applied to the reference port.
  5. The internal filter should be cleaned at regular oil change intervals. Failure to clear the filter of particulates may restrict oil flow and change the regulated pressure.
  6. The internal filter should be kept in the same orientation after cleaning to minimise that left-over particles aren’t dislodged during normal operation.
  7. Ensure that all plumbing is appropriately secured.
  8. Your turbo oil pressure regulator should be mounted at least 100mm from any significant heat source.
  9. Gauge port is 1/8” NPT.
  10. Reference port is 1/8” NPT.
  11. Turbo Oil Feed Outputs are 1/8” NPT.
  12. Preinstalled restrictors on turbochargers should remain intact.

Recommendations

  1. Turbosmart recommends that an appropriately qualified technician fits your turbo oil pressure regulator (OPR)
  2. Turbosmart recommends that your engine oil pressure is checked after fitment to ensure engine oil and turbo oil pressure is satisfactory.
  3. Turbosmart recommends that the oil pressures are monitored closely.
  4. Turbosmart recommends that in the event of an engine failure, the filter and O Rings be replaced with the rebuild kit (TS-0801-3001) and thoroughly clean the internals inspecting for any damage before reassembly.

Kit Contents
Please check that the following items have been provided in your OPR kit.

Quantity
Description
Use
1
Turbosmart Pro OPR
Main Unit
1
Turbosmart Sticker
Turbosmart Sticker

How to Install Your Oil Pressure Regulator


Figure 1 - Kit Contents





Figure 2 - OPR Overview

Tools Required

No

Description

1

Non-marking spanners to tighten fittings.

2

Allen key set


Fitting Your OPR

Locate the Turbo Oil Pressure Feed Line and Determine the Mounting Location

This line is usually found on the top of the turbo centre housing rotating assembly (CHRA) that feeds the turbo for lubrication and cooling. Take time to determine where you wish to mount the OPR in the engine bay.


Note: Direction is important. The Turbo side must be plumbed to the Turbo.



Fitting Boost Reference

The Boost reference port takes the OPR from 18PSI up following a rising rate of 0.6-0.8 PSI of Oil pressure to 1 PSI Boost Pressure. The Reference port MUST be positive pressure only. Higher boost pressure is an indicator of higher shaft speed which require more oil pressure. The 1/8 NPT is plumbed up to the “R” Boost reference port.




Fit Gauge or Sensor Port (STRONGLY Recommended)

Note! - Oil Pressure should be verified with a mechanical gauge minimum.
This step is optional but highly recommended. Before mounting the OPR, install a 1/8” NPT gauge or sensor. Unscrew the existing 1/8” NPT blank anti-clockwise with a 3/16” hex key. Apply thread lubricant and screw in clockwise until finger tight, then tighten further 1-2 turns for seal. Turbosmart gauge kit optional – TS-0402-2023.


Filter Maintenance

The filter should be cleaned thoroughly and/or replaced as required in line with engine oil changes, research into the engine oil filtration will give an idea on how quickly debris will be caught in the OPR filter. Ideally the Engine Oil Filter is finer than that of the OPR V2 with a 44 micron filter. Otherwise increase inspections of filter should be conducted due to debris in filter. 

To do this, we need two non-marking 9/16” Spanners to disassemble with anticlockwise rotation. The Filter can then be accessed for cleaning. Use a combination of compressed air and elastomer safe degreasers spraying through from the outlet side to dislodge particles on the inlet side of the filter.

To Reassemble we can follow the exploded view below. Having the cap upside down the filter, spacer and position can be stacked to ensure components sit in the correct position before spring and body is screwed together.

CAUTION! Failure to ensure filter, spacer and piston sit concentric to each other within the cap may result in the assembly not being correctly seating and may affect regulation pressure and induce leaks. 

The OPR must be torqued to 12Nm (8.8.lb.ft.)

The filter should be refitted in the same orientation. The Clean side should always face the turbo. 

 

Replacement Filter 

TS-0801-3001

TS OPR V2 Rebuild Kit Inc Filter 44 micron

TS-0804-3002

TS Turbo Oil Filter Element Replacement 44 micron


Troubleshooting 

  1. OPR Leaking – Check fittings are tight and O-rings are present or not damaged.
  2. OPR regulating below 18psi (137kPa) – Ensure engine oil pressure is above 22psi. If engine oil pressure is below 22psi, the OPR will not regulate until inlet pressure exceeds 25psi.
  3. OPR not regulating above at correct regulation pressure – Ensure boost reference is free from leaks and allows enough flow to boost reference port.
  4. Failing the above, submit a Technical Request Form with information about your engine, oil type and photos of the installation and one our expert technicians will respond as soon as possible.

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