S300SX Turbo Shaft Play, How Much Is Too Much?

In this video I cover a quick and easy method of checking your journal bearing S200/300/400 series Turbochargers radial end play. Hope this helps you guys determine if your turbocharger has "too much play!" While not a 100% positive test, this is a proven way for the average guy to get an idea of the condition of their turbo. Enjoy!
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[@NeelsUys-cl1gw]

Exactly all the info I was needing in one video. Thank you!

[@Topsecret32]

Here I am rebuilding the turbo you built for my skyline back in 2016.

[@802Garage]

Awesome tip. Simple solutions are beautiful.

[@foghornleghorn8536]

Really appreciate the information. Thank you.

[@projectgattago]

I know who I am calling when I decide to go with a turbo build!

[@barenekid9695]

Axial play is Normal When there is No oil pressure

[@emoney875]

Awesome

[@eminence55]

For axial, I get 9/100 tics on my .001" dial indicator. So I assume that is 0.009". Workshop manual says 0.0035 limit.

[@synnovevikstrom9841]

What kind of shaft to bearing n bearing to housing clearance is considered tolerance? I got 0.0032" and 0.0045" off my low miles SXE with bore gage n mics.

[@billetbill7286]

If i have in and out play what i need to change ? Bearings ? Thanks

[@andiledladlaad]

I have side to side play and when i spin the turbine wheel it touches the exhaust outlet, is that the problem?

[@Jakob-99]

I have a s200, i can feel the in and outplay a little and i can hear it a little bit, but i cant really see it, side to side play is like yours, is it a broken turbo or is that ok?