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06-09-2012, 02:18 AM

lukestaah

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Turbo Timer

So my first big paycheck just came in and I'm looking to buy a turbo timer first before my turbo starts acting up. Been looking around at some from HKS and Greddy? Which one would recommend?

06-09-2012, 11:41 AM

jonbonesjones

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neither, you only need a turbo timer on older turbo cars. Just drive a little slower a few miles before you get home. You may be referring to a boost controller?

06-09-2012, 12:23 PM

HulkB5

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Do you run a big turbo?
If so, and you think you need one, i run a greddy auto timer.
But if i have to replace it in the future ill go with innovates wideband timer, since i already have their wideband setup.

06-09-2012, 03:03 PM

lukestaah

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As of right now I'm running with a stock one. But plan to upgrade in the future.

06-09-2012, 08:33 PM

BaseDrifter

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Spend that money on basic maintenance.

06-09-2012, 10:06 PM

02quattrokev

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If your not running a bigger turbo with more boost i wouldn't say you need one. You can just let your car idle for a minute or two before you turn it off so the turbo cools down a little before shutting it off.