Turbo Blanket!?!?
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Turbo Blanket!?!?
Anybody here using them? Happy with the product, pictures?
If so, measureable difference in under hood temps?
Using something different to combat under hood temps, please elaborate/show pictures I need some heatshielding ideas.
If so, measureable difference in under hood temps?
Using something different to combat under hood temps, please elaborate/show pictures I need some heatshielding ideas.
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As someone that sells turbos, I fully support the use of a product that promotes corrosion and has no measurable performance benefits. Anything that means you'll be replacing a $300 turbine housing every 2-3 years is a good buy in my book.
(don't waste your money.)
(don't waste your money.)
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Does ni-resist make a difference? (The GT2876 .64 housing is, right?)
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I do got one, engine runs good and I do not see any signs of rust or premature deterioration. Dont have any numbers but could tell engine bay much cooler than before.
On my setup as my car is FWD, the turbo is very close to the radiator and that is the number one reason to get the blanket.
(Like I have stated, I got a FWD 323/Protege, but with a BP engine thats why I come and go to this website). Plus a friend has a Miata and everynow and then contemplate buying one. Almost did the other day, but was to late already sold in Orlando.
On my setup as my car is FWD, the turbo is very close to the radiator and that is the number one reason to get the blanket.
(Like I have stated, I got a FWD 323/Protege, but with a BP engine thats why I come and go to this website). Plus a friend has a Miata and everynow and then contemplate buying one. Almost did the other day, but was to late already sold in Orlando.
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ive herd the same BS about blankets causing corrosion as exhaust wrap causes corrosion. but for bad corrosion you usually need moisture. how would moisture stay on the exhaust when is well above 212*F. ive had my home made mild steel turbo manifold wrapped for almost a year now with no rust on it. i un wrapped and re wrapped it a few weeks ago cause one of my hose clamps broke and it unraveled on one one runner.
the only thing keeping me from getting a turbo blanket is price.
the only thing keeping me from getting a turbo blanket is price.
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They are oem on lots of diesels I sell and only seem to have corrosion issues on ones that sit without running much of the time. Diesels run lower EGTs so it might let them make better power or efficiency. IDK much.