You may be familiar with the term, but not necessarily the process. This video not only shows what clocking a turbo means, it also shows how to do it.
It’s a simple process really, but it is critical to the longevity of your turbo. If you skip this step, damage to the turbo can result.
I strongly recommend you wait to perform this procedure after you’ve got the engine mounted in the vehicle. That way you’re sure to have it positioned correctly.
No matter what, I hope you enjoy the video. Good luck!
Additional info links
What is a Turbo: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turbocharger
Clocking a Turbo: http://www.on3performance.com/tag/how-to-clock-a-turbocharger/
What is a Turbo Timer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turbo_timer
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You also want little to no crankcase pressure, or the oil will drain even slower and sometimes come out behind the compressor wheel into the intake tract.
Will you be installing a turbo timer for the peace of mind factor?
Do you have to wind up your turbo like a watch after clocking it? I hear that's good for 5-15 BHP.
Does the oil supply for the turbo pass through an oil cooler before going to the turbo?
HI again Erick, I wonder if you can help me, My question is: I have a Honda Civic 1999 1.6 lts EX, Please can you tell me where is located the ECU or ECM of this car. Thanks Ernesto
yes the reach around and now that copper turned your crank
Hey Eric! Nice video..! Can we have air in the oil lines and how we get this out if the return line is from below? (I mean that: the air is lighter from the oil and the turbo maybe have a big bouble in it) Sorry for my english…..
Specs on turbo?
Hey Eric do you have any plans of taking this beast on the track this spring and seeing what she can do? That is one video we are all dying to see.
I just love the turbo sound
my moms car has one and it sounds so good.
60fps hell yeah!
I already know how to clock a turbo, but its EricThefreakingCarGuy talking about it!!
Nice work
Looking great man i just can't wait to you get it running and hear the engine.
Hey Eric, are you running a oil cooler on this setup? if so can you send me some pics of how you set yours up? Thank you love these videos their helping alot of people out!
Thanks for the video Eric.
Generally the consensus regarding allowing a turbo to 'wind-down' is to drive out of or at low levels of boost (this is not subjective, low is 1-4psi) for the last 5-10 minutes of your journey as idling is more detrimental than running at low load. With that being said, in the real world it makes very little difference, but when speaking of best practice it's best practice to speak of the best practice (:D) and not the second best.
But what about overclocking a turbo?
" I didn't know that !! " Well recorded video Eric And steady hand Brian. Thanks Buds !.
Hi Eric Love your vids. As always I don't know anything but this, just something on my mind. First I agree with all you say on your video. I got thinking about this and wonder if the oil coming in the turbo have the oil pump pressure? If this is the case won't that pressure coming in push the oil out? Again I believe the what you did it is the way to go but just thinking out loud.
So first you make sure pickachu is wet then you play with it, and you do this every time. Eww
Stop fingering ur turbo!!!!!!! Ha!!
After eight years with a turbo diesel I have either ran wasy the last mile or two untill a stop or let her idle for a few minutes after arrival. I have had no turbo problems.
where can I rent some garage space for car projects
thank u sir
ftw run no filter
what are the benefits of having a pod filter rather then a factory air filter?
yes goo dhe videos dhe mecanica
5 minute idle?!?!?!? That sounds extreme.
Don't forget to install a oil catch can.
Ummmmm, ORIENTATE is not a word!!!!!!!!!!
Are you keeping that hot air intake, or is that temporary?
im ready for the Fairmont to be ready and see it run and drive!
Another good reason to idle to cool down is the fact that if you immediately shut down a hot turbo, the oil has a tendency to boil due to the extreme turbo temp. Heavy duty diesels such as Caterpillar, Cummins and Detroit recommend it.
cool I learned something new today thanks Eric 👍
Isn't their a device that will circulate the oil (a type of pump) after you turn the engine off? Have you ever thought about that kind of device?
I'm still a few years off from throwing an LS into my 924S. However, I'm enjoying how your build is coming.
I have no experience from this but from listening to other people… they don't recommend using the filter you have on your turbo because the glue can come loose from heat and the turbo can suck the cap in and destroy the intake fan. Enjoy your videos. Been watching for a few years. Keep up the expert advice.
I'm gonna clock you in the nuts!
Nah j/k mate you're good.