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Originally Posted by VSGTS14
what makes a turbo in this engine bay different than a turbo in a already turboed car engine bay? nothing. it's actually getting a good cooling effect where it is sitting and it's not prone to heating anything up.
turbo blanket + wrap the dp keeps heat away.
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is a difference though. When an automotive manufacturer designs an engine bay including a turbocharger, they strategically locate the turbocharger with the incredible amount of heat it creates in mind. Most factory turbo systems locate the turbo away from volatile components like belts, pulleys, reservoirs, plastic covers, etc.. Additionally, ALL manufacturers incorporate some form of heat shield to further protect the other engine bay components.
That turbocharger is a HUGE generator of heat, and it is placed in a location where the original designers most likely weren't concerned with those types of temperatures.
Now I'm not saying that this is a poor design, or that other components will surely fail. I like the design of this kit more than the others for numerous reasons (most compact exhaust manifold design, shortest possible turbo>intercooler & intercooler>throttle body tubing, cool air intake, etc.) I'm just asking P&L's thoughts on this concern, which is a legitimate one.
Yes, a turbo/exhaust wrap will help, but I'm sure a lot of people don't want to 'ugly up' their engine compartment. One of the perks of this turbocharger location is that it looks sick.