question about the turbo.
11-18-2001, 08:09 AM
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question about the turbo.
I just noticed something about my turbo, when the car is idling is the little turbine thing suppose to be at a dead stop?
the little fins in the intake side.
[Modified by 97integraLST, 12:24 PM 11/18/2001]
the little fins in the intake side.
[Modified by 97integraLST, 12:24 PM 11/18/2001]
11-18-2001, 08:29 AM
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Re: question about the turbo. (97integraLST)
most turbos dont spin when the engine is at idle.. unless the turbine/compressor wheels are very small. This is normal.
11-18-2001, 06:57 PM
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Re: question about the turbo. (97integraLST)
hmmm mines spins when car is idling. drag gen 3 on a 95 gsr. got the kit used. mayb its not t3/t4 and i got ripped? 
11-18-2001, 07:29 PM
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Re: question about the turbo.
Mine spins at idle too, and I have T3/T04E for sure. Maybe that's a good sign: nice spinning action, well oiled, light compressor wheel.
11-18-2001, 09:27 PM
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Re: question about the turbo. (tararan)
Let me make a modification. 
Turbo systems that have free flowing exhausts and a hardly any backpressure, yes the turbo can spin. A turbo that doesn't spin at idle is not a sure sign of a problem, because there will be times that it's not spinning. 
Just make sure your turbo doesn't leak oil.. that's the main concern. Keep it cool with a turbo timer and make sure your oil feed doesn't have too much pressure. 
Turbo systems that have free flowing exhausts and a hardly any backpressure, yes the turbo can spin. A turbo that doesn't spin at idle is not a sure sign of a problem, because there will be times that it's not spinning. Just make sure your turbo doesn't leak oil.. that's the main concern. Keep it cool with a turbo timer and make sure your oil feed doesn't have too much pressure.
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11-29-2001, 08:59 AM
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Re: question about the turbo. (VTC_CiViC)
Is the setup affected if it's not spinning during idle? I wouldn't think so, but anyone have any proof if it helps or does nothing?
11-29-2001, 09:05 AM
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Re: question about the turbo. (ForcedAccord)
Performance isnt affected at all if it isnt spinning at idle. A highly loose and free spinning turbo will spin during idle. All that means is that the turbo spins quickly when needed to, and its free spinning. No biggie.
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