Are turbo timers still a thing?
Yes, as others have said, largely advice from yesteryear when turbos had only the oil on the bearing to cool them. The oil flow stops when the engine shuts off and then there’s no more oil on this hot bearing which, if just run hard, might be increasing in temperature before it starts to cool from shut-down.
Are turbo timers worth it?
It all depends on your car and how you drive it. But if you’re one of the many who simply use their car to get to work and back, you don’t need a turbo timer. Most regular drivers will never drive their cars hard enough to require such a device. Don’t let your fellow enthusiasts fool you into thinking you need one.
What turbo does a BA xr6t have?
The aptly named Garrett GT40 turbo blows to 6psi, helping the 4.0-litre in-line six-cylinder engine to 450Nm of torque between 2000rpm and 4500rpm.
When should you use a turbo timer?
A turbo timer is a device designed to keep an automotive engine running for a pre-specified period in order to automatically execute the cool-down period required to prevent premature turbo wear and failure.
Do modern turbos need to cool down?
Turbocharged engines do need to cool down before they are turned off. But in nearly all driving conditions, the engine does not reach temperatures that require a deliberate cooling down period.
What the difference between an XR6 and xr6t?
On top of the specifications available on the naturally aspirated XR6, the Turbo variant receives a limited slip differential, upgraded front brakes and 18-inch alloy wheels. The XR6 Turbo is available standard with a six-speed manual but the ZF six-speed automatic transmission is available as an option.
What’s the point of a turbo timer?
How do you set a turbo timer?
The turbo timer can be set to either 1,2, or 4 minute run times by the dealer….How to set the turbo timer:
- Before shutting off and exiting the vehicle you must set the emergency/parking brake.
- Turn off the engine and remove the key.
- The engine will continue to run for the pre-specified period of time.
Why should you allow a turbo to idle?
Idling the engine cools the turbo because it circulates the oil, yet does not make the turbo “work.” The amount of cooling it needs is directly related to the way you just finished driving it. When you drive it gently around town, 15 seconds should be more than adequate. When you drive the car hard ie.
How long should you let a turbo car idle?
In turn, doing this for a sustained period means one will end up damaging the turbocharger, with the heat getting onto other components. To prevent this, most manufacturers recommend that at start-up, you idle the car for at least two minutes.
What is the purpose of a turbo timer?
At what rpm does turbo kick in?
While your car’s engine revs, at cruise, at around 2,000 rpm, a turbo’s turbine can reach rotational speeds of more than 280,000 rpm.
Should you warm up turbo car?
Cool down Just as you need to warm up your engine, you need to let it cool down. Extended journeys and high speed driving creates a lot of heat in your turbocharger, and if you turn off the engine whilst it’s still hot, you can cook the oil inside, leading to unnecessary build up of carbonised oil inside your turbo.
Do I need to let my turbo Diesel cool down?
Since exhaust gases keep it hot, it’s only logical that once you shut the engine off the turbo temperature can only cool down, unlike the cooling system on the engine. So in summary ALL engines with a cooling system need a cool down after long sustained full load. This means everyone towing or running fully loaded.