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more about #turbocharger more comments → Van Sarockin, rogue trebuchet: Thanks guys, You identified a really critical problem. I had my gas flows reversed. No wonder I've been getting all those backfires, stalls, and fla... more » damnelantra™: this makes me long for the and you will know us by the trail of parts series all over again... more » cyclopticgaze: I don't know why we're bothering with turbochargers when superior designs already exist: more » .357: Turbos are a good idea. Good fuel economy and good performance. more » mytdawg: And oldy but a goody - A turbo is nice but I'd rather be blown. more » Skunky: Turbos are for adding propulsion to the apex seals of a rotary. I thought that was common knowledge. more » Van Sarockin, rogue trebuchet: I sure do like my turbo: big power when you put your foot down (well, just a little after...), and crazy good fuel economy when you can resist. And i... more » mytdawg: FM, that's what makes them work. more » Das ASHloch (achtundsiebzig): That diagram messed with my head because I associate blue with cold, orange with hot. more » leavethegun-takethecannoli: How about the economy? Can you tell me how the f*cking economy works? If that's too hard: How about shovels, can you tell me how a shovel works? more » discontinuuity has left the Jalop until further notice: So which part sucks up and shreds $30 billion in a year? more » Jo Schmo: I wanna know how stickers and speed holes improve the overall efficiency of the car. more » engineerd: It also helps keep beer cold. [www.asciimation.co.nz] Crazy New Zealanders! He has an MGB-GT, too, for Jalopnik-related content. more » Dr. H. F. Danger: turbochargers...the solution for all your blowjob needs. more » Deartháir II: Next month: What engine oil is for, and five ways to get your husband to change it for you! more » -
#howto
How Does Turbocharging Work?
Touted as a way for small, efficient engines to produce big power, turbochargers are thankfully making a comeback. But how exactly do they work? Popular Mechanics explains with a horribly-colored graphic. [Popular Mechanics] -
#novelties
Vintage VW Bug Gets Turbocharged V8, Probably One Of The Four Horsemen
We're not sure what makes this vintage Volkswagen more terrifying, the turbocharged V8 engine or the unconventional (for a Bug) engine placement. Either way, this car fulfills a few dreams and, likely, a few nightmares. -
#racingnews
FIA Confirms S2000 Spec-Based Future For WRC
Interested in maintaining teams and competition in a bad economy, the FIA will move the World Rally Championship to a Super 2000 Spec car with optional control turbochargers in 2010. -
