turbo timers

[Relentless_guy.com]

so im looking into some electronics for my 240. came upon turbo timers.. still dont understand their complete use and what to look for. can i please get some help on this

[daemonyk]

The idea of a turbo timer is that it keep the engine running for a pre-set time after the key has been removed - this for the purpose of allowing the oil to continue circulating and cooling down to reduce the heat in the turbo and related. Supposedly. I've read that this is mainly a carry-over from the days when turbos were not water cooled like they are today, and that they're really not necessary. Personally, I'd just sit in my car and let it idle for a minute or two before I shut it off and get out if I'm really that worried about it

If you really want one, they all basically do the same thing IMO. The main differences are the "bonus features" like different timer modes, or also having a tach and speedo and voltmeter or w/e built in. They're all around the same price ish too, so if I were going to pick one, I'd just pick whichever one I liked the features on.

[Razi]

The idea is to let the oil circulate and cool down a bit before shutting down the engine to prevent the hot oil from coking up in the turbo oil lines and clogging it.
I heard it isn't completely necessary on a street car, but I have one anyways.

[krash]

My alarm has one built in, so when I go Ka-t I'm set

[pepesilvia]

its a scam. talk to a real expert and they'll tell you. Just dont drive it hard before you're going to turn the car off.

[Razi]

But it's cool and beeps and stuff!

[Relentless_guy.com]

ah ok. i c. so pretty much i dont neccisarily need one but if i did just get a good one that doesnt have to b all fancy smancy and stuff. cool deal guys thanks alot.

[pepesilvia]

But it's cool and beeps and stuff!

That reminds me of a dirty joke