Are turbo timers still a thing?

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.

What does a GReddy turbo timer do?

The basic function of a turbo timer is to allow the vehicle to idle the engine for a timed period, with the ignition key removed. This allows the engine oil and turbo center cartridge to cool down and prevent internal turbo damage. GReddy Full Auto Timers pack tons of features into one economical, compact unit.

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.

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 I let my turbo idle?

When you drive it gently around town, 15 seconds should be more than adequate. When you drive the car hard ie. when your husband drives it, you should let it cool for 30 to 60 seconds.

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 turbos need to warm up?

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.

What rpm does turbo make boost?

Most turbos will begin to supply boost at engine speeds of around 2000 RPM. Other turbos, the larger kind installed on bigger engines won’t begin to spool up and produce boost until 3000 to 4000 RPM in engine speed.

Should you let a diesel engine warm up before driving?

In order to start a diesel engine and keep it running in cold weather, you must make sure you allow plenty of time for your engine to warm up. If you do not let your engine warm up before driving, you will make it work harder than necessary, which will lead to problems later on.