engine/turbo theory question

[Nate Stuart]

I agree with Javad, both turbo cars that I have owned would get the turbo
housing glowing. This is with stock boost levels, and mild to moderate
driving. Of course they glowed a bit brighter once the boost was cranked up,
and my right foot firmly planted :-) Ahh, can't wait for the turbo to go in
my car.... never thought I'd have withdrawals like this....

BTW the two cars in question are a '87 5kcstq (KKK K26), and a '83 Renault
Fuego 1.6T (Garrett T3)...
BBTW What good is a turbo, if yer foot aint in it???  80)

Later!
-Nate
'86 4kcs(soon to b t)q
'87 5kcstq (donor, need parts?!)

> <<I have never seen my turbo glow red and
> plan to keep it that way. Your turbo is at operating temp, as long as the
> oil is warm and lubricating the bearings...good luck...other comments
> welcome.
> -ameer>>
>
>     With a 3" exhaust and running 15 psi boost, my turbo glows red often,
even after a brisk drive.  If your turbo ain't glowin, you ain't drivin hard
enough =)!!
> Javad
>
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