Date: Mon, 28 Jun 1999 12:52:00 GMT From: wilkinspnopsamnet.au (Peter Wilkins) Subject: Re: Turbo Care
On Sun, 27 Jun 1999 14:06:16 -0000, "J Cameron" <smazmannopsaml.msn.com> wrote : >Before I purchased a Saab 9000, I've never had a turbo engine. I really >enjoy it but am looking for some tips to extend its life. > >A friend of mine told me to let it idle to "cool down" after extended use >such as climbing and twisting around the Rockies (naturally giving me a >tremendous adreline rush!) > >Anyway, If anyone has anymore tips on care to extend the life of these >deliciously expensive turbos, feed 'em out. > Well, when I collected my 9-5 I asked the dealer the same questions. He said just to forget that there was a turbo under the bonnet and it would probably outlast the piston rings. Letting it idle for a while to cool down the turbo used to be necessary for the high boost ones which used to glow red-hot after a strenuous session, but apparently is not needed for the low boost models. I still reckon it's not a bad idea though, if you have just climbed the Matterhorn or something similar on full throttle. -- Regards, Peter Wilkins (wilkinspnopsamnet.au)