Turbo Inspection

[Hefcat]

I have read a few threads about inspection on the turbo and wanted to see if anyone can tell me more. I am going to look at a stock turbo out of a 95-97 7.3L and thinking about buying it. Is there anything I can do to inspect it, I mean other than check for damage and shaft play. Also if my truck has 250k is it time to change the turbo?

Turbo Spec: From a 95-97 7.3L and 1.10 A/R housing

[late_99_PSD]

Basically if theirs little shaft play, and it spins freely (don't spin it without putting a little fresh oil in it) then you should be alright.

I don't think it much matters how many miles your turbo has on it as long as the shaft play is ok and it spins good.

[Hefcat]

Right on, thanks for the help. The reason I ask is because the guy that has this turbo is only asking for 200 so I figured it may be handy to have a spare in my garage.

[Hefcat]

I looked at the turbo today, there was no shaft play everything look good, no nicks or anything. i do not know how many miles are on it. Do you think this is worth $125 without knowing the mileage?