the shreksta

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thinking about getting a hks turbo timer as scoobyworld are offering free fitting but is there any dangers of it damaging my car? my mate (evo owner) swears that turbo timers ruin cars but i cant see how,any ideas?

tubbytommy

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pointless on an impreza, just drive off boost for the last few miles, wont damage your car though as all they do is leave the engine idling.

that said they are useful for defrosting your car in winter without the keys in it.

i have one but it was given to me.

the shreksta

iTrader: (20)

it for this that i want one,with winter coming up and me starting work at 4am when its like -10 i aint sitting in my car while it warms up and i dont use hot water or de-icer,how would it work that way cos surely it would switch itself off when i will need it running

tubbytommy

iTrader: (20)

on mine you start the car and you can remove the ignition key and it stays running for a set amount of time which can be adjusted on the screen.

if the handbrake is released while the timer is on the engine cuts out.

for the job you want it is great

the shreksta

iTrader: (20)

so im guessing that you nip out and start your car,remove the keys and go for a cuppa then when the timer has finished its cycle you just go out and start the car again? maybe a remote start could be a good idea for me to save me leaving the house

jayallen

iTrader: (31)

Homo' use TT....

That is all.

tubbytommy

iTrader: (20)

on mine i can set the timer to run as long as i want it to but yes you start the car remove the keys and it stays running until either the handbrake is released or the timer runs down.

tubbytommy

iTrader: (20)

they are pointless for the job intended but useful for what shreksta wants

the shreksta

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thats what i like to see on a forum-real good helpful information,you must be proud of yourself for such an informative post,give yourself a pat on the back-you deserve it

jayallen

iTrader: (31)

What i like to see in a forum is a search button....This debate is as old as the wheel!

.......where shall we go next, "which dump valve"? or "800bhp on a budget"?

tubbytommy

iTrader: (20)

jay your mad today................do you need a hug?
im happy and helpful now me and kwik are engaged.

ScoobySteve69

iTrader: (13)

You need to remember that leaving your engine idling, particularly on a cold morning isn`t very good for the engine...condensation build up etc. Also, you need to remember that the other fluids aren`t warmed up either. Some muppet posted the other day that he uses his to warm the engine so then he can rag it straight away I feel sorry for his gearbox and diff

RobsyUK

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I too have early starts and all I do is start the car. put the fans on the screen full power circling in the car. then scrape... Sip of tea then do the side windows.

Personally a turbo timer is just leaving a car sitting there with the engine running which surely doesn't let the oil cool?

I didn't have one for this reason.