{"product_id":"turbocharger-for-chevrolet-c3500-k1500-k2500-k3500-1997-2000-6-5l","title":"Turbocharger for Chevrolet C3500,K1500,K2500,K3500 (1997-2000) 6.5L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eDirect-Replacement Turbocharger for 1997-2000 Chevrolet C\/K Trucks (GMT400)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The RHC6-8 replacement turbocharger restores factory manifold pressure and exhaust-gas scavenging on 1997-2000 Chevrolet C\/K Trucks to eliminate boost lag and recover lost towing power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Chevrolet C\/K Trucks Journal Bearing \u0026amp; Seal Failure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory turbochargers on the \u003cstrong\u003eGMT400\u003c\/strong\u003e diesel platform frequently succumb to chronic oil coking within the center housing rotating assembly (CHRA) due to high sustained exhaust gas temperatures (EGTs) under heavy towing cycles. Over time, heat soak degrades internal dynamic piston ring seals and carbonizes the oil feed passages, leading to severe journal bearing play, oil blow-by through the compressor seal, excessive shaft deflection, and severe compressor wheel contact with the housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis brand-new replacement assembly utilizes a high-grade nodular cast-iron turbine housing and a precision-cast aluminum compressor cover engineered to withstand extreme thermal cycling. Each unit features high-precision dynamic balancing of the rotating assembly to suppress shaft runout and eliminate high-frequency vibrational stress at high boost. Factory-spec oil and coolant supply interfaces match OEM specifications directly, restoring designed volumetric efficiency and steady boost control without requiring downpipe modification or oil line reconfiguration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × Brand-New Turbocharger (RHC6-8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstallation Accessories (Mounting Gaskets and Seals)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1997-2000 Chevrolet C\/K Trucks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e6.5L Detroit Diesel (L65 \/ L56) \/ GMT400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e195 hp \/ 430 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12533738\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e12552738\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e12556124\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e12556125\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eRHC6-8\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997-2000 Chevrolet C3500 6.5L V8 Diesel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997-2000 Chevrolet K1500 6.5L V8 Diesel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997-2000 Chevrolet K2500 6.5L V8 Diesel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997-2000 Chevrolet K3500 6.5L V8 Diesel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the GMT400 C\/K Trucks?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 1997-2000 Chevrolet C\/K Trucks equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e6.5L Detroit Diesel\u003c\/strong\u003e engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat maintenance is required prior to installing this turbocharger?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou must flush or replace the oil feed and drain lines and perform an engine oil and filter change to prevent residual particulate contamination from damaging the new journal bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Chevrolet Heavy-Duty Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to handle the demanding torque requirements of commercial hauling and heavy-duty towing, this unit ensures durable boost stability and thermal endurance for the lifetime of your workhorse.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67915634868472,"sku":"DS-EV6BXXKYX","price":318.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/turbocharger-for-chevrolet-c3500-k1500-k2500-k3500-1997-2000-6-5l-1.jpg?v=1793466822","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/turbocharger-for-chevrolet-c3500-k1500-k2500-k3500-1997-2000-6-5l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}