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Old 07-29-2013, 05:38 PM   #1
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Question Turbo Blankets?

What blankets are you guys using?

Im currently shopping around for one.
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Old 07-29-2013, 05:52 PM   #2
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I've used a DEI in the past with great results. If it matters that was on a rotated turbo in my old STI
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Old 07-29-2013, 06:59 PM   #3
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PTP Lava is the best in my research. I am running one:



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Old 07-29-2013, 07:28 PM   #4
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PTP Lava is the best in my research. I am running one:



I like PTP as well.

Whats the size of FB's turbo?
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I got a T3 one.
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Either of those. ^

I'm going to pick up a lava for my 3.8L eclipse since my turbo/manifold is pretty tight in there now.

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i use one on mine, it works very well. i'm actually not sure what brand it is, i'd have to look on the receipt
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im using dei! its great!
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turns out mine came from treadstone performance. it was something like $90. i couldn't imagine how hot it would get under the hood without it.
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What impact does a blanket have on the temp of the air going into the intercooler/engine?
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Just ordered a Ptp T28 lava

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check the link: [ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBVFZ7vJppo&feature=player_embedded"]PTP turbo blanket you tube[/ame]

forums.nasioc.com re turbo blankets
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