Turbochargers
are a great way to add lots of fun and power to your vehicle,
however, they also need some special care to last a reasonable amount
of time and prove reliable over the long run. Turbos need extra attention, but all machines can benefit from the same care that keeps a turbo unit happy.
The other day I went to visit a good friend and as usual, I got to hear about all his latest mechanical woes. Apparently, my buddy’s mechanic says he needs a new turbocharger on his Subaru- AGAIN. This is the third turbo and second engine in 60,000 miles. My only question- since I know he runs a decent synthetic engine oil- was 'Do you religiously let it warm up and cool down for a few minutes every drive?' He looked at me curiously, and said, 'No I don't, thats a waste of fuel isn't it?'
