Turbo Fitment into 240

[DieselScout]

I received my D24T block back from the machinist yesterday.

Currently removing the old engine from my Sedan.

Doing a quick test fit of the turbo and exhaust manifold before removing engine.

Doesn't look like there will be enough room....the body/frame of the car and the automatic transmission cooler lines are interfering with the turbo placement.
The transmission mount is already removed and I'm using a jack to raise the transmission/engine back to level...not sure if this is affecting the perceived fitment complications.

What's the typical remedy?
Can these be fit without cutting into the body/frame and removing the transmission lines?


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[v8volvo]

What type of turbocharger is that? It's not a stock D24T turbo -- maybe a turbo from something else?

Typical fitment on a 240 chassis with a stock D24T turbo clears the frame rail no problem. Having fresh (not sagged) engine mounts helps too.

In the case of this different turbo you are using, I am not sure. If the compressor housing is larger than the stock turbo, then that could be the cause for frame rail interference.

A/T cooler lines are also not something I'm familiar with, as all the 240 TD installs I have done were in M46 cars, but at least those lines are flexible enough that they can be re-shaped and relocated as necessary. Shouldn't be an issue.

[DieselScout]

I think it's from a Mercedes of the same era (looks about the same size) but I think the turbine housing is a .42 or a .48 instead of .36

Is the stock A/R .36 turbo the largest that will fit in a 240 without modification?