13Jan 2017 by TD Admin
Twin Turbocharging: How Does It Work?

Twin Turbocharging: How Does It Work?

Help & Advice, Technical
Who wants one turbo when you can cram two in there? Here's how it can be done... Content Source: Michael Fernie | Car Throttle Turbochargers have been the holy grail for power gains for many decades, stressing engine blocks to their very limits through additional horsepower and heat output. Whether your car has a turbocharger stock or has been modified with new injectors and a manifold to accommodate one, the…
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12Jan 2017 by TD Admin
The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Rear Mounted Turbos

The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Rear Mounted Turbos

Help & Advice, Technical
Could a rear-mounted turbo setup be a viable option for your next mod, or is this unusual layout not worth the hassle? Source: Michael Fernie | Car Throttle Turbocharger placement can be a tricky business when modifying cars. Engine compartments are typically very busy places with multiple important parts crammed into a relatively small space. In general, turbochargers should be placed in the hottest areas of an engine bay as…
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11Jan 2017 by TD Admin
What Happens Inside an F1 Turbocharger?

What Happens Inside an F1 Turbocharger?

Motorsport, Technical
It's getting hot in here! Time for a quick throwback video from a couple of years ago from our friends at Fullboost. So as you can see from the picture above it's pretty darn hot! In this video below there is a video sequence which displays a visual sequence that shows the 2014 regulation changes taking shape and coming to life, as Seb's car transforms into an RB10. It also shows…
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11Jan 2017 by TD Admin
5 Things You Shouldn’t Do In A Turbocharged Vehicle

5 Things You Shouldn’t Do In A Turbocharged Vehicle

Help & Advice, Technical
You already know that your engine likes to breathe, sure we all do but there are ways to make it breathe easier. One of these ways is by stuffing as much air as possible into the engine's "throat." You're forcing the induction and to do that you'll need a turbocharger. Turbochargers are like magic some say! Witchcraft happens and you go faster. Our friends at Engineering Explained cover the basics…
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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…
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