Turbo Car Maintenance

Discussion in 'Dodge Challenger General Discussions' started by SRT-Tom, Nov 22, 2025.

  1. SRT-Tom

    SRT-Tom Well-Known Member Staff Member Super Moderator Article Writer

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    Here is an interesting video where a mechanic explains why the industry is going to turbo cars (emissions) and how to properly maintain them to insure that they last.

    The biggest take-away is to change your engine oil every 3,000 miles.

     
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    The first turbo car I owned, an 84 Ford T-Bird, I changed the oil every 1,500. A little excessive, I knew there was a concern about the turbos cooking the oil, I also idled the car prior to shutting it down after driving to let the turbo cool down some. I never had a significant issue with the car, engine or turbo related.
     
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    I assume that the newer water-cooled turbos don't have the oil cooking problem.
     
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