11Jan 2017 by TD Admin
The World’s First 3D Printed Turbocharger

The World’s First 3D Printed Turbocharger

News, Technical
I know what your thinking....HOW?! Well the dream was made a reality thanks to Sweden engineer Christian von Koenigsegg. With fully 3D printed moving parts within the enclosed chamber, it's something that's never done before. 3D printing has undergone something of a renaissance in recent years and a perfect example is Koenigsegg One:1’s 3D Printed Variable Turbo. Christian von Koenigsegg showcases the One:1’s patented variable turbo, providing the perfect boost for any RPM level. Fully 3D printed, with moving parts printed within the enclosed chamber, something never done before. Watch the video below of how it came about including specs for the 3D Turbocharger
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10Jan 2017 by TD Admin
The Turbocharging Industry – Where Is It Going Next?

The Turbocharging Industry – Where Is It Going Next?

News
THE BASICS - What is a Turbo? The simplest way to understand turbos is to consider that an engine needs to mix fuel and air to run. Turbos force more air into the cylinder, which can be mixed with more fuel to create morepower. Turbos use the energy of the engine’s exhaust gasses to compress air into the engine. Turbos are formed of two main parts – a turbine and a compressor. These are linked so, when the one spins, the other spins with it. As fuel in the engine is burnt, exhaust gasses are forced out of the engine at high pressure, down a snail-shaped tube to spin the turbine. This turbine spins at incredibly high speeds (up to 250,000rpm) and causes the compressor (effectively a reversed turbine) to spin. This sucks…
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10Jan 2017 by TD Admin
Godzilla: LM1 Racecar At Goodwood Festival Of Speed

Godzilla: LM1 Racecar At Goodwood Festival Of Speed

Motorsport, News
Turbo Dynamics Provide Turbocharger for Litchfield Godzilla takes over Goodwood! This vehicle above was seen at this massive event called Goodwood Festival of Speed in June. The 1300bhp Litchfield GT-R was shown exclusively on the Billstein Suspension stand, hundreds of people that showed up. Turbo Dynamics provided the custom made  Garrett Turbo allowed the vehicle to reach some incredible bhp!
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10Jan 2017 by TD Admin
6 Tips To Protect Your Turbocharger

6 Tips To Protect Your Turbocharger

Help & Advice, Technical
Below is a list of way to protect your turbocharger against premature failure, follow these simple driving tips and it'll help you: 1.   When starting your car from cold, do not race the engine immediately from idle. Allow between 5-10 seconds for the engine oil to reach the turbocharger. 2.   Never operate the engine under full power until the engine oil has warmed thoroughly. When the lubricant is cold, it remains thick and gloopy and cannot lubricate the turbocharger effectively, until warmed and thinned. 3.   Old and tired oil cannot protect the turbocharger adequately. Therefore, do not extend the oil change interval beyond that recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. 4.   Low-grade oil cannot protect the turbocharger adequately. Therefore, always use oil of not only the correct viscosity but also to…
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10Jan 2017 by TD Admin
How Do Turbocharger Wastegates Work?

How Do Turbocharger Wastegates Work?

Technical
With the wonders of forced induction, a smaller engine can create the horsepower and torque of a larger-displacement engine. Engineering Explained goes into a bit more detail (with a lot more clarity) than that. Also, the video below briefly explains the difference between internal and external wastegates. Now that you possess this knowledge, go forth into the world and impress your automotive enthusiast friends the next time the topic of Turbos spools up. Watch below Engineering Explained explain how wastegates work and the diferences between an internal & external wastegate.
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