It doesn't burn oil. I have major idle issues and hesitation/lack of power randomly issues, I see these issues especially when cold. The high idle (1000rpm) is persistent though. What I hate the most is that it will randomly loose power...especially in lower rpms from 1st to 2nd etc. I think there may be some misfiring going on due to the oily plugs...(not getting good spark, etc). So that's why I want to replace the piston rings, etc.
My turbo is pretty strong but showing signs it needs to be replaced. It seems like it only maxes out at about 4.5 - 5psi or so. (based on my gauge, it doesn't go into the red anymore). So I will replace the turbo with the t3/t4 setup, but before I turn up the boost and start really having fun with the car I want to make sure the engine is good, rings are replaced and head gasket, etc.
See, it's all a chain effect!