Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Blown Turbo Prevention

[Kernel]

Has anybody thought of or seen a way of preventing metal from being sucked into the engine following a blown turbo? A screen of sorts that would not get sucked out or restrict air flow, but still catch metal that might otherwise be sucked into the engine. Now that I have a clutch that holds, boost is into the 40's pretty easy. I know the HX35 is a pretty tough little turbo but everything has it's limits and any sized turbo is not an exception. For now I'm left to trust my gauge and go easy with my foot.



Scott

 

[Cummins4Life]

The intake heater works as a pretty good "screen" to keep the big pieces out.

 

[Joseph Donnelly]

If the shaft is compromised, the pressurized oil usually flows into the intercooler. It must be cleaned out or later high temperatures will bake the oil onto the coils and render them inefficient. So, metal parts are not the only problem. The solution is to shut the engine off immediately.

 

[Kernel]

Joe,



I too thought about if something like this should happen that shutting off the engine would be the only quick response action someone could do. Who cares about shutdown temps right? The turbo is already toast, but by the time you figure out what is going on, would that be too late? We're talking about a matter of seconds of course.



Scott

 

[JGK]

It would seem to me the effort put forth to stop shattered turbo parts and oil from getting into the engine would be better spent aquiring a turbo that will handle the demands you intend to put on it and not fail. While there are no guarantees, this would likely reduce the chances of it happening to a very small percentage. From then on, you're livin' on the edge! Ooooh!



JMO,

-Jay