24Jul 2017 by admin
5 Ways To Prepare Your Turbocharged Vehicle

5 Ways To Prepare Your Turbocharged Vehicle

Help & Advice, Technical
You could slap an eBay turbocharger on your ride and call it a day. But then comes failure and after a couple of hours, it may go boom! Or you could do it the right way by taking it to a garage to remove the turbocharger and sending it to turbo experts like us here at Turbo Dynamics. In this video, Engineering Explained walk through the many different steps and components which should be addressed when installing a turbocharger whether its the turbocharger, intercooler, oil cooling, fuel injectors, fuel pump, ECU mapping/chipping, cooling, spark plugs, compression ratio, and so on! They've got it covered. Once you have your car you'll need something very important which leads us to the first point. 1. You'll Need A Turbocharger. Duh! of course. As an…
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20Jul 2017 by admin
Why Performance Turbochargers Are The Best

Why Performance Turbochargers Are The Best

Help & Advice, Technical
Below is a very good video about why turbos are the best way to get power from an engine. Gale Banks from Banks Engineering shows us he's done it all, from setting Bonneville records to building 1,400HP jet boats, to military drive trains. If you are looking to upgrade your turbocharger or read more about the technical aspects of a turbocharger click here for our very own Hybrid Turbo range. It's great to see someone else as interested in Turbos as we are at Turbo Dynamics. Contact us today to upgrade, service or repair your turbocharger here.
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12Jun 2017 by admin
Do Turbochargers Perform Differently With Seasonal Weather?

Do Turbochargers Perform Differently With Seasonal Weather?

Technical
It’s one of the questions which occasionally comes up from time to time. Why do Turbochargers perform differently when it comes to temperature and the time of year? Customers tend to notice drops in performance on hot summer days when comparing it to cooler spring and autumn nights. Whilst this is a common trait amongst all turbocharged vehicles, there isn’t anything to worry too much about. So in this blog post, we'll take a look at why turbochargers produce less power in hot weather and what you can do about it. How Does A Turbocharger Work? First, we need to go back to basics here before we explain why turbos perform better at lower temperatures. To learn more about Turbochargers and how they work click here. To summarise, the waste exhaust…
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13Jan 2017 by admin
Turbo Dynamics Guide To Vehicle Maintenance This Winter

Turbo Dynamics Guide To Vehicle Maintenance This Winter

Help & Advice, Technical
Brrrr! With the temperature continuing to drop as we near closer to December, it is crucial to ensure that your vehicle is being thoroughly looked after. Winter can be a detrimental time for engines if they have not been consistently maintained, so if you have not kept up to date with your vehicle servicing the likelihood of breaking down can significantly increase. MAINTENANCE The majority of turbochargers we see arrive at our workshop is usually as a result of neglect. When a vehicle is not regularly serviced a turbocharger can typically fall victim to oil starvation… and those who know about turbos will understand that the main key to prolonging a turbo’s lifespan really does come down to oil. Without regular oil changes or oil filter replacements a turbocharger is…
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13Jan 2017 by admin
Back To Basics: How Does a Turbo Work In A Car?

Back To Basics: How Does a Turbo Work In A Car?

Help & Advice, Technical
If you’re unimpressed or underwhelmed by the level of horsepower your current engine delivers, you can give it a significant boost by installing a turbocharger. There are several reasons why you might want a turbocharger. Maybe you’re an adrenaline junkie and want more power and more speed. Or maybe you need your vehicle to be able to tow something heavy. Whether you're driving a Ford Focus RS or a Ram 1500 EcoDiesel, a turbocharger can give your vehicle the extra juice you’re looking for. WHAT IS IT? A vehicle’s engine generates power from the fuel it burns. The engine is capable of burning more fuel and generating more power if more air is delivered to its cylinders. A turbocharger forces more air into an engine, allowing it to burn more gas and increase…
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