Forced Performance Turbocharger Cartridge

Forced Performance Turbocharger Cartridges: Precision at the Core

When a turbocharger fails or requires rebuilding, the heart of the repair is the Center Housing and Rotating Assembly — commonly known as the CHRA, or turbocharger cartridge. Few brands understand this critical component better than Forced Performance, a Texas-based manufacturer with over two decades of race-proven turbocharger expertise. Based in Texas, Forced Performance has been manufacturing and distributing the highest quality motorsport and direct fitment turbochargers for over 20 years.

The turbocharger cartridge is the rotating core of the entire turbo system — it houses the shaft, bearings, compressor wheel, and turbine wheel all in a single serviceable assembly. Replacing a worn or damaged CHRA instead of the entire turbocharger can restore factory-level boost response and longevity at a fraction of the cost of a full turbo replacement. For performance platforms, having access to a quality cartridge from a trusted builder makes all the difference between a reliable rebuild and a repeat failure.

FP's Approach to CHRA Quality

Forced Performance has delivered race-proven turbochargers for direct fit and custom applications since 1999. That decades-long track record in turbo engineering directly informs the quality of their cartridge offerings. FP's turbochargers are expertly designed utilizing cutting-edge technology and quality materials to resist the demands of high-boost applications, and are intended for auto enthusiasts and motorsport professionals alike.

One notable example in the Forced Performance CHRA lineup is the MHI Evo9 CHRA (49178-08980) — a factory Mitsubishi Evo 9 CHRA from the TD05HR-16G6C 49378-01580 2006 EVO9 turbocharger, designed specifically for those who need to replace their OEM cartridge. This level of platform-specific fitment reflects FP's focused expertise in the Mitsubishi Evo ecosystem, ensuring that builders and tuners get an assembly that meets the exact dimensional and performance specifications of the original turbo.

The Texas-based business specializes in Mitsubishi-Garrett hybrids and sourcing hard-to-find ball-bearing turbo components and parts. This specialization means that when Forced Performance offers a CHRA, it's not a generic off-the-shelf unit — it's a component selected and validated against the demanding standards of the sport compact performance world.

Who Should Consider an FP Turbocharger Cartridge?

FP's turbocharger cartridges are ideally suited for Mitsubishi Evo owners, tuners performing turbo rebuilds, and motorsport competitors who need a reliable, specification-correct rotating assembly. Whether you're restoring a tired turbo back to OEM spec or preparing a platform for further power upgrades, starting with a quality CHRA from a brand that lives and breathes forced induction is essential.

• OEM-Spec Fitment: Platform-specific cartridges designed to match factory housing dimensions and oil feed configurations
• Race-Tested Engineering: Developed by a brand with over 20 years in competitive motorsport applications
• Mitsubishi Evo Expertise: Deep familiarity with MHI turbo platforms, including the Evo 8, Evo 9, and Evo X
• Rebuild Confidence: A quality CHRA is the foundation of any successful turbo rebuild or refurbishment

Explore the full range of Forced Performance products or browse all turbocharger cartridges to find the right CHRA for your build.