Electric Turbos: DCI Separates the Facts from the Fiction
Despite strong evidence supporting the excellent boost provided by electric turbos, many consider them to be a scam. The primary culprits behind this are the cheap, low-quality devices flooding the market. These devices include modified computer fans and other electronics adapted for car intake. Their poor performance further fuels the skepticism around electric turbos. So, […]
Step by Step Instructions to Install Different Types of Turbo
A turbocharger is a device designed to improve overall efficiency, increase performance and fit a vehicle’s engine. Most auto manufacturers use turbos for their vehicles. But what are the different types of turbos, the steps to install them, and how we at Diesel Components, Inc. can help? Read on for more: Different Types of Turbo […]
Twin-Turbo V8 Facts of Life
Twin turbos come into the picture when an engine with two turbochargers compresses the intake fuel/air mixture. A Twin-Turbo is added to the second turbocharger of a vehicle’s engine, and we can do this by assigning a single turbo to work with each cylinder bank in V6 or V8 engines. Alternatively, vehicles use one large […]
Parallel Sequential Turbocharger Installation
How does Parallel Sequential turbo work? Sequential turbo set-ups feature one small and one large turbocharger. The small turbo mainly boosts low speeds, and the larger one is for higher engine speeds. The limited exhaust gas is directed into the smaller turbocharger when engine speed is low, resulting in rapid boost production. Although, it can […]
How to Install Your First Turbocharger on Any Engine?
There are two main ways to get more power from your car’s engine. The first is to increase the capacity of the engine. The second is to increase the amount of fuel going into the cylinder. Generally, when more fuel goes into the cylinders, the engine produces more power. So part of the solution is to tune the carburetor, cylinder […]
What are the main functions of Turbocharger?
Turbochargers are centrifugal compressors driven by an exhaust gas turbine and installed in engines to boost the air entering the cylinders. Turbocharger performance influences all the vital engine parameters, such as power, emissions, and, most importantly, fuel economy. Turbochargers are sometimes installed aftermarket by car tuners and enthusiasts, while many cars come with them stock […]
What Causes Turbo Failure and Common Turbo Failure Symptoms
The car’s turbo (or turbocharger) helps boost the engine’s power. With the invention of the turbocharger, smaller vehicles now produce the same power that larger vehicles have. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the way turbos work, Common Turbo Failure Symptoms, and what causes Turbo failure. It’s important to keep an eye out for […]
How to Install Your First Turbocharger on Any Engine?
There are two main ways to get more power from your car’s engine. The first is to increase the capacity of the engine. The second is to increase the amount of fuel going into the cylinder. Generally, when more fuel goes into the cylinders, the engine produces more power. So part of the solution is to tune the carburetor, cylinder […]
Horton Fan Clutch Troubleshooting & Service Instructions
The Horton Fan Clutch is important for the functioning and operation of your truck. Yet it is often overlooked and is among one of the least maintained components. With this blog, we attempt to explain how the Horton fan clutch works, what maintenance it requires, and, more importantly, what to keep an eye on. A […]
All you need to know about rear-mounted turbo
A rear-mounted turbo is an efficient & cost-effective power boost alternative for your vehicle So, if you have a car, an engine, and a spare turbocharger lying around? Then you have almost everything you need to install a rear-mount turbo setup. Though a single rear-mount turbo system may have problems delivering boost pressure at low […]