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Old 08-15-2003, 12:42 PM   #1
OhMy
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Question Noob Question re: Turbo

Hi everyone,

First off all... just bought a WRX STi last night... Black with Chrome (EDIT:Silver) wheels. I wasn't sure about the body style... but the more I look at it... the more I like it. Not bashing the EVO (I originally wanted that car pretty bad), but the more I looked at it and sat in it... the less I liked it. I did not drive it... and I am sure I would love it if I had driven it, so don't bother flaming me... it is just my opinion on the looks and quality.

My previous car was a BMW 330Ci and I don't feel that I am losing too much in looks and luxury... but I am gaining a whole lot in power, control and handling (I had the 225HP with a 5 speed with sport pkg, but it left something to be desired).

Anyways, my question: having never owned a turbo is there anything I should be aware of? For example, I am assuming the 'poof' sound I hear during normal driving is the blow off valve? Is that correct. Kinda freaked me out the first few times... but my buddy had told me about BOVs so I deducted it must be that. Also should I let the turbo cool extra long before turning it off. One more thing, should I let the car warm up before using the turbo?

Thanks guys, sorry I am such a noob.

BTW - I am not a pretentious BMW owner (in my opinion), the one thing I hated about it was the image it had... I enjoyed the looks and driving it... but hated feeling like I was showing off... hmm I am sure the same feeling will be generated by my hood scoop and wing... but I think those are performance orientated... not just for looks.

OhMy

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