Does the engine just loose or lack power or does it get "lumpy" as if one cylinder isn't firing?
As it's around 1500 rpm that the turbo starts to take effect; can you hear/feel the turbo running?
Maybe check the turbo & intercooler hoses, inside & out, for delamination & splits.
Also check the spindle from the turbo to the wastegate on the exaust manifold and make sure that the 'C' clip is still in place, I had mine fall off and it left me with no turbo boost at all.